
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (60 Rentals)


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Campus Village Apartments

College View

The Parker

Topaz

Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included*

Cerca Student Housing

Stateside

Monte

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Victory on Paseo
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4580 55th St, Unit B

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4853 Twain Ave, Unit SI ID1351684P

5728 Adelaide Ave

5119 Remington Rd

5056 Rockford Dr

5503 Adobe Falls Rd

4523 Winona Ave

4607 Collwood Ln

5214 E Falls View Dr

4771 Choctaw Dr
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5434 Adams Ave

4527 Esther St

4605 59th St

5104 63rd St

Gravity Apartments

4551 College Way

4501 54th St

4455 WINONA Ave

6036 Estelle St

4510-4512 58th St
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4453 51st

Adelaide Gardens

4447 49th St

4540 51st St

4475 Winona Ave

5026 Faber Way

4550 College Ave

4470 50th St

Albert's College Apartments

Glenridge Apartments
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4522-4524 Dawson Ave

4474-4476 Estrella Ave

4482 48th St

4624 51st St

4411 Menlo Ave

4 Units & Sfr

College West

4466 48th St

4461 50th St

4478 50th 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 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is found at The Parker and is listed at 1,680 square feet priced from $4,595. 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 C4 | 1,680 Sq Ft | $4,595 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 1,089 Sq Ft | $1,910 |
| Campus Village Apartments | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | 950 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates | 3 BR 2 BA | 895 Sq Ft | $1,165 |
| Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included* | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $3,835 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/1.5BA | 834 Sq Ft | $1,275 |
Cheapest Available College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the 3 BR 2 BA Model starting from $1,165 at Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $3,214. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates | 3 BR 2 BA | $1,165 |
| Victory on Paseo | 3BR/1.5BA | $1,275 |
| Campus Village Apartments | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | $2,795 |
| Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included* | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $3,835 |
| The Parker | Plan C3 | $4,245 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom College Area Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in College Area is $3,214.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Area is a 1,680 square feet unit starting from $4,595 at The Parker.
What is the average size for College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in College Area is currently 1,100 sq ft.
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