
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (144 Rentals)


Dorado Plaza

College View

Pakeva

Aztec Lofts Apartments

Talmadge Pacific Apartments

5809 Lindo Paseo

4703 Norma Dr

6305 Stanley Ave

6165 Montezuma Rd
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4459 1/2 52nd St

4455-4459 Dawson Ave

Park Collwood

Carriage House Apartments

Alberts College

Gravity Apartments

Adelaide Gardens

Adelaide Gardens

4432-4436 52nd St

4471 48th St
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4510-4512 58th St

College West

5055 Collwood Blvd

4444 49th St

Five Gated Access Beauties

4501 54th St

4561-4565 Altadena Ave

5884 Estelle St

Albert's College Apartments

4520-4528 51st St
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4478 N 48th St

48th Street Apartments

4441 Menlo Ave

Talmadge Manor Apartments

El Camino Apartments

4437 51st St

4455 WINONA Ave

6036 Estelle St

4455 50th St

4479-4485 54th St
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4546 54th St

5077-5081 Madison Ave

4480 51st St

6181 Montezuma Rd

4448 Estrella Ave

4465-4469 Euclid Ave

4441-4447 51st St

4411 Menlo Ave

4483-4489 Euclid Ave

Aztec Corner
College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area Studio Apartments | $1,915 | $1,825 | $2,095 |
College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,595 | $3,150 |
| College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,827 | $2,000 | $3,810 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $930 | $4,535 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $910 | $6,400 |
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Largest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is found at Talmadge Pacific Apartments and is listed at 717 square feet priced from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 1 Bedrooom / 1 Bath | 717 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Pakeva | 1x1 | 601 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 570 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| College View | 1x1 | 563 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| The Plaza Apartments *$2760 OFF MOVE-IN* | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 537 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 6165-04 | 500 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Cheapest Available College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the Plan A Model starting from $1,895 at Dorado Plaza. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,232. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Dorado Plaza | Plan A | $1,895 |
| Aztec Lofts Apartments | 6165-04 | $1,895 |
| The Plaza Apartments *$2760 OFF MOVE-IN* | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,995 |
| Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 1 Bedrooom / 1 Bath | $1,995 |
| Pakeva | 1x1 | $2,145 |
| College View | 1x1 | $2,750 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom College Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in College Area with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in College Area is at Dorado Plaza listed at $1,895.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in College Area is $2,232.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Area is a 717 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Talmadge Pacific Apartments.
What is the average size for College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in College Area is currently 690 sq ft.
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