3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (65 Rentals)

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Victory on Paseo
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$1,050 - $2,400
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Victory on Paseo

5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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property at 4527 49th St

$4,895

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$4,895

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$4,895

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

4527 49th St

San DiegoCA92115

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$8,200

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4942 Baja Ct

San DiegoCA92115
property at 4518 52nd St

$3,200

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4518 52nd St

San DiegoCA92115
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Gravity Apartments
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Gravity Apartments

4750 Mission Gorge PlSan Diego, CA 92120

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4551 College Way
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4551 College Way

4551 College WaySan Diego, CA 92115
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4501 54th St
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4501 54th St

4501 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4518 52nd St
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4518 52nd St

4518 52nd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4453 51st
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4453 51st

4453 51stSan Diego, CA 92115
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Adelaide Gardens
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Adelaide Gardens

5510 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4447 49th St
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4447 49th St

4447 49th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4540 51st St
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4540 51st St

4540 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4475 Winona Ave
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4475 Winona Ave

4475 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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5026 Faber Way
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5026 Faber Way

5026 Faber WaySan Diego, CA 92115

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4550 College Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

4550 College Ave

4550 College AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4470 50th St
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4470 50th St

4470 50th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4624 51st St
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4624 51st St

4624 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4411 Menlo Ave
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4411 Menlo Ave

4411 Menlo AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4482 48th St
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4482 48th St

4482 48th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4 Units & Sfr
3 Bedroom Apartments

4 Units & Sfr

4450-4456 51st StSan Diego, CA 92115

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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 1,642 square feet priced from $4,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The ParkerPlan C31,642 Sq Ft$4,395
Topaz3x3 Penthouse A1,278 Sq Ft$1,925
The Rive San Diego3x3 A1,268 Sq Ft$1,150
College View3x31,193 Sq Ft$2,320
Campus Village Apartments3 bed 2 bath - Renovated1,000 Sq Ft$2,925
Hardy Apartments3 BR 2 BA895 Sq Ft$3,495
Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included*3 Bedroom 2 Bath850 Sq Ft$3,835
Victory on Paseo3BR/1.5BA - Penthouse836 Sq Ft$1,300

Cheapest Available College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the 3BR/1.5BA Model starting from $1,050 at Victory on Paseo. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,778. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Victory on Paseo3BR/1.5BA$1,050
College View3x3$2,320
Campus Village ApartmentsSpacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo...$2,925
Hardy Apartments3 BR 2 BA$3,495
Aztec Campus Apartments *Parking Included*3 Bedroom 2 Bath$3,835
The ParkerPlan C3$4,395

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College Area, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including College Area, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $2,778.

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 1,642 square feet unit starting from $4,395 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 800 sq ft.

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