
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (163 Rentals)


Dorado Plaza

College View

The Parker

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Fifty Twenty-Five

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Las Palmas Apartments

Stateside

Talmadge Pacific Apartments

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4473 Menlo Ave
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6328 Cleo St

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4560 60th St

4924 64th St

5026 Collwood Way

5885 El Cajon Blvd

6033 Estelle St

5505 Adelaide Ave

4545 Collwood Blvd

4517 Collwood Ln
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Carriage House Apartments

4455-4459 Dawson Ave

Alberts College

Gravity Apartments

4424 Altadena Ave

4515-4521 56th St

4471 51st St

Casa del Sol

4483 Winona Ave
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4520-4528 51st St

4478 N 48th St

Sanctuary Suites

6156-6162 Acorn St

4440-4444 Menlo Ave

4522-4524 Altadena Ave

4455-4461 52nd St

4435 48th St

4454-4460 52nd 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 | $1,903 | $1,695 | $2,195 |
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $1,000 | $2,995 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $919 | $3,695 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,214 | $1,165 | $9,120 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $869 | $4,900 |
| College Area 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,124 | $6,000 |
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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 The Parker and is listed at 1,127 square feet priced from $3,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker | Plan B1 | 1,127 Sq Ft | $3,695 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Premium | 1,004 Sq Ft | $989 |
| Pakeva | 2x2 | 867 Sq Ft | $2,645 |
| College View | 2x2 | 863 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 800 Sq Ft | $2,475 |
| Dorado Plaza | Plan B | 700 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
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 $1,989. 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 Apartment | $2,475 |
| Pakeva | 2x2 | $2,645 |
| College View | 2x2 | $2,695 |
| The Parker | Plan B1 | $3,695 |
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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 $1,989.
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 1,127 square feet unit starting from $3,695 at The Parker.
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 923 sq ft.
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