
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (159 Rentals)


Dorado Plaza

College View

The Parker

Las Palmas Apartments

Talmadge Pacific Apartments

Stateside

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4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B, Unit B

5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit Campus Walk Condos, Unit Campus Walk Condos
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5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit 5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit 5540 Lindo Paseo

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6249-6253 Mary Ln Dr

6249-6253 Dorothy Dr

4972 54th St

5522 Dorothy Dr

5885 El Cajon Blvd

4922 Tierra Baja Way

4560 60th St

4471 56th St
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5026 Collwood Way

4924 64th St

5505 Adelaide Ave

4847 Twain Ave

Park Collwood

Carriage House Apartments

4455-4459 Dawson Ave

Alberts College

Gravity Apartments
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4424 Altadena Ave

4515-4521 56th St

4471 51st St

Casa del Sol

4483 Winona Ave

4520-4528 51st St

4478 N 48th St

6156-6162 Acorn St

4440-4444 Menlo Ave

4522-4524 Altadena Ave
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4455-4461 52nd St

4435 48th St

4454-4460 52nd St

The Madison Apartments

Albert's College Apartments

6230-6236 Stanley Ave

4583-4585 Altadena Ave

Glenridge Apartments

4475 Winona Ave

4424 47th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Area Studio Apartments | $1,994 | $1,788 | $2,195 |
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $850 | $2,995 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,475 | $3,835 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,050 | $7,925 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $960 | $6,400 |
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Largest Available College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is found at Fifty Twenty-Five and is listed at 1,004 square feet priced from $939. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Premium | 1,004 Sq Ft | $939 |
| Pakeva | 2x2 | 867 Sq Ft | $2,645 |
| College View | 2x2 | 863 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | 2x1a-R | 825 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 800 Sq Ft | $2,545 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan B | 700 Sq Ft | $2,225 |
Cheapest Available College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the 2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Elite Model starting from $1,009 at Fifty Twenty-Five. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,698. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Elite | $1,009 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan B | $2,225 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | $2,545 |
| Las Palmas Apartments | 2x1a-R | $2,595 |
| Pakeva | 2x2 | $2,645 |
| College View | 2x2 | $2,695 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including College Area, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom College Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in College Area is $2,698.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Area is a 1,004 square feet unit starting from $939 at Fifty Twenty-Five.
What is the average size for College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in College Area is currently 840 sq ft.
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