
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (153 Rentals)


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Dorado Plaza

College View

The Parker

Pakeva

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Stateside

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4473 Menlo Ave, Unit B

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4442 Menlo Ave

4501 Collwood Blvd

5462 Adobe Falls Rd

5119 Remington Rd

6249-6253 Dorothy Dr

5082 Madison Ave

5121 Remington Rd

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Carriage House Apartments

4455-4459 Dawson Ave

Alberts College

Gravity Apartments

4424 Altadena Ave

4522-4524 Dawson Ave

4471 51st St

4515-4521 56th St

Albert's College Apartments

6230-6236 Stanley Ave
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4583-4585 Altadena Ave

Glenridge Apartments

6156-6162 Acorn St

4440-4444 Menlo Ave

4522-4524 Altadena Ave

4455-4461 52nd St

4435 48th St

4454-4460 52nd St

The Madison Apartments

4493 48th St
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Collwood Point

Malwick Manor & Palos Verde

4550-4560 60th St

College Villas

4470 50th St

6098 Adelaide Ave

Five Gated Access Beauties

4501 54th St

5884 Estelle St

4510-4512 58th 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 | $1,995 | $1,895 | $2,095 |
| College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,150 | $850 | $2,995 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $2,100 | $3,760 |
| College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,050 | $9,842 |
| College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,002 | $960 | $6,500 |
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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 $3,510. 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 | $3,510 |
| Fifty Twenty-Five | 2BR/2BA - Semi Private - Premium | 1,004 Sq Ft | $950 |
| College View | 2x2 | 863 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | 800 Sq Ft | $2,545 |
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 $995 at Fifty Twenty-Five. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,689. 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 | $995 |
| Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | $2,195 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath- Renovated | $2,545 |
| College View | 2x2 | $2,550 |
| The Parker | Plan B1 | $3,510 |
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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 $2,689.
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 $3,510 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 0 sq ft.
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