3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (44 Rentals)

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College Area, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College Area Studio Apartments | $1,925 | $1,295 | $2,195 |
College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,184 | $850 | $3,000 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,195 | $3,995 |
College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $930 | $4,620 |
College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $910 | $7,200 |
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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 1,545 square feet priced from $4,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Parker | Plan C2 | 1,545 Sq Ft | $4,450 |
Paseo Place | 3x3 Shared | 1,278 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
Topaz | 3x3 Penthouse A | 1,278 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
College View | 3x3 | 1,193 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Campus Village Apartments | 3 bed 2 bath - Renovated | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Available now and for Fall 2025 - Steps to SDSU... | 895 Sq Ft | $3,595 |
Aztec Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $3,835 |
Victory on Paseo | 3BR/1.5BA - Penthouse | 836 Sq Ft | $1,089 |
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 $930 at Victory on Paseo. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $2,394. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Victory on Paseo | 3BR/1.5BA | $930 |
College View | 3x3 | $2,250 |
Campus Village Apartments | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | $2,925 |
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Available now and for Fall 2025 - Steps to SDSU... | $3,595 |
Aztec Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $3,835 |
The Parker | Plan C2 | $4,450 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom College Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in College Area with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in College Area is at Victory on Paseo listed at $930.
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 $2,394.
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 1,545 square feet unit starting from $4,450 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 1,201 sq ft.
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