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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College East Studio Apartments | $2,118 | $1,695 | $2,784 |
| College East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $1,375 | $3,099 |
| College East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,799 | $1,550 | $4,959 |
| College East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $2,579 | $4,599 |
| College East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,404 | $1,155 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Receive 1-Month Free Base Rent + $1,000 Look & Lease on Select Units! *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs & fees excluded. Restrictions Apply, Contact for Details.Expires 07-09-2026
Receive Up to 1-Month Free Base Rent + $500 Look & Lease! *On select units. Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded. Contact for Details!Expires 07-10-2026
Concession Included in Advertised Rent- Self Amortization Required ; Your written lease will reflect true base rent, not including any offered rent concessions. A concession addendum and self-prorating sheet will be included in your lease packet and will be incorporated into your lease. Please review before signing.Expires 07-10-2026
1 Month FREE on ALL floor plans for a limited time! Conditions apply, call for details.Expires 07-10-2026
Sign within 48hrs of applying for Fall 2026 and receive a $800 gift card!Expires 07-10-2026
Up to 2 Months Free on Select Units! Contact Our Leasing Team to Learn MoreExpires 07-10-2026
M/I SPECIAL: No rent due until August 1st with immediate move-in on select units!Expires 07-11-2026
Rolando Place - Spacious, recently renovated apartment home with yard, in-unit W/D, and parking in trendy apartment community - Welcome to Rolando Place! This community of single family homes and secluded duplexes are set in the heart of Rolando Village. When you live at Rolando Place, La Mesa is at your feet. From sparkling Lake Murray to the best weekly farmers market in San Diego, you'll never be without weekend plans. Just minutes away from SDSU and Grossmont colleges, as well as elementary and high schools. Conveniently located off the I-8 near the I-5, 805, and 15 highway. Photos may not depict exact unit.Expires 07-31-2026
*MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1 month FREE upon immediate move-in on a 13 month lease with select units. Rent today!*Expires 08-07-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in College East, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
M/I SPECIAL: No rent due until August 1st with immediate move-in on select units!Expires 07-11-2026
*MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 1 month FREE upon immediate move-in on a 13 month lease with select units. Rent today!*Expires 08-07-2026
Rolando Place - Spacious, recently renovated apartment home with yard, in-unit W/D, and parking in trendy apartment community - Welcome to Rolando Place! This community of single family homes and secluded duplexes are set in the heart of Rolando Village. When you live at Rolando Place, La Mesa is at your feet. From sparkling Lake Murray to the best weekly farmers market in San Diego, you'll never be without weekend plans. Just minutes away from SDSU and Grossmont colleges, as well as elementary and high schools. Conveniently located off the I-8 near the I-5, 805, and 15 highway. Photos may not depict exact unit.Expires 07-31-2026
Sign within 48hrs of applying for Fall 2026 and receive a $800 gift card!Expires 07-10-2026
Up to 2 Months Free on Select Units! Contact Our Leasing Team to Learn MoreExpires 07-10-2026
Receive Up to 1-Month Free Base Rent + $500 Look & Lease! *On select units. Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded. Contact for Details!Expires 07-10-2026
Concession Included in Advertised Rent- Self Amortization Required ; Your written lease will reflect true base rent, not including any offered rent concessions. A concession addendum and self-prorating sheet will be included in your lease packet and will be incorporated into your lease. Please review before signing.Expires 07-10-2026
1 Month FREE on ALL floor plans for a limited time! Conditions apply, call for details.Expires 07-10-2026
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in College East is at Stateside listed at $800.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in College East is $2,508.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in College East is a 1,824 square feet unit starting from $1,155 at Iconic on Alvarado - Lease by the Bed.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in College East is currently at 710 sq ft.
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