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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core-columbia Studio Apartments | $2,496 | $900 | $3,695 |
| Core-columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Core-columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $2,528 | $10,000+ |
| Core-columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,179 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Core-columbia Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Receive up to 12 weeks free rent when you move into select homes by 06/30/2026- Contact our leasing office for details ** Terms & conditions apply.Expires 05-30-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free Base Rent! Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 05-30-2026
Save up to 6 Weeks off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Move in by 05/31/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 05-30-2026
Up to 6 Weeks Free Base Rent! *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 05-30-2026
Receive up to 12 weeks free rent when you move into select homes by 06/30/2026- Contact our leasing office for details ** Terms & conditions apply.Expires 05-30-2026
ONE MONTH OFF RENT SPECIAL! - Limited Time: Receive ONE FULL MONTH When You Apply to Select Apartment Homes Today! Save an Additional $500.00 Off Move-In Fees When You Look & Lease Within 48 Hours of Touring! Offer Valid thru 6/15/2026 - Certain Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Info! Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires 05-30-2026
Up to 10 Weeks FREE on Select Homes! *Restrictions Apply.Expires 05-30-2026
Up to $1,000 off Select Units until 4/30! *Base Rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 05-30-2026
Receive up to 12 weeks free rent when you move into select homes by 06/30/2026- Contact our leasing office for details ** Terms & conditions apply.Expires 05-30-2026
10 WEEKS FREE ON SELECT UNITS* — Your Home, Held Longer! Contact our leasing office for more details.Expires 05-30-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Core-columbia, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Move-In Special Receive Up to 2 Months Free! Look & Lease for Up to $3,000 Off! First Parking Spot Free! - No Monthly Fee *Select Homes. New Move-InsExpires 06-30-2026
Rent special for a studio for $1,475.00Expires 06-12-2026
New Special Offer: Get 6 WEEKS FREE on ANY apartment when you move-in by 05/31! Plus, 2 EXTRA WEEKS if you apply within the next 24 hrs of touring! Book a tour now! *T&Cs applyExpires 05-30-2026
Receive Up to 2 Months Free + $1000 Look & Lease! Restrictions Apply. Call Us for Details.Expires 05-30-2026
Up to 8 Weeks Free Off Base Rent!* *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and Minimum Lease Terms Apply. Other Costs and Fees Excluded.Expires 05-30-2026
Receive one month free rent. *Call the office for details.Expires 05-30-2026
Receive up to 2 Months Free on Base Rent + $2000 look and lease!** Base rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other cost & fees excluded. Restrictions apply on select unitsExpires 05-30-2026
ENJOY UP TO 2 WEEKS FREE ON ALL AVAILABLE HOMES!* ; Enjoy up to 2 weeks of rent free living on select homes when you lease by 05/31/2026! *Restrictions apply. Applications must be submitted within 24 hours of your tour and move in within 21 days. Special will be applied to your second full month of residency. Offer valid only on 12-15 month lease terms.Expires 05-30-2026
Newly Reduced Pricing on Studios and 1 Bedrooms. Receive up to 3 Months Free Base Rent + $1500 Look & Lease on all homes. Minimum lease term applies. Other cost and fees excluded. Restrictions may apply.Expires 05-30-2026
2 months off + $2,000 look and lease special on base rent* *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 05-30-2026
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Core-columbia is at Trolley Court listed at $974.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Core-columbia is $3,905.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Core-columbia is a 2,166 square feet unit starting from $2,399 at Artisan.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Core-columbia is currently at 489 sq ft.
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