
Studio Apartments for Rent in the College East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (52 Rentals)


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Atlas Alvarado

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Palmilla

7102 Mohawk St

5380 Reservoir Dr

6603-6625 Reservoir Ct

7290 Mohawk St

7169-7179 Mohawk St

5120 70th St
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6153 Montezuma Rd

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Casa De Alvarado

7219-7221 Mohawk St

6614 Reservoir Ln

6211 Stanley Ave

6849-6851 Amherst St

6868-6876 Amherst St

4637 Soria Dr

6235 Stanley Ave
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6831-33 Amherst St

6650 Amherst St

Wellington Townhomes

Montezuma Manor

4805 70th St

6210 Stanley Ave

El Castillo

7012 Amherst St

6757-6763 Amherst St
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6875-6877 Amherst St

4817-4821 68th St

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6757-6765 El Cajon Blvd

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6772 Solita Ave

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College East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
College East Studio Apartments | $2,165 | $1,700 | $2,659 |
| College East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $1,700 | $3,099 |
| College East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,535 | $4,068 |
| College East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,279 | $2,579 | $4,599 |
| College East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,594 | $1,375 | $6,500 |
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Largest Available College East Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmilla | S1 | 485 Sq Ft | $2,101 |
| 64 Forty | Studio | 345 Sq Ft | $1,955 |
Cheapest Available College East Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 64 Forty | Studio | $1,955 |
| Palmilla | S1 | $2,101 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio College East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in College East with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in College East is at 64 Forty listed at $1,955.
How much is the average rent for a Studio College East Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in College East is $2,165.
What is the largest available Studio College East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College East is a 485 square feet unit starting from $2,101 at Palmilla.
What is the average size for College East Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in College East is currently 215 sq ft.
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