
Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (91 Rentals)


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Stanza Little Italy

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Gema

Atmosphere Apartments

The Helm - Affordable Housing

Windsor Apartments

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

889 Date St, Unit 143

889 Date St, Unit 541

850 Beech St, Unit 713
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1441 9th Ave, Unit 207

702 Ash St, Unit El Cortez

1642 7th Ave, Unit 424

1642 7th Ave, Unit 222

1642 7th Ave, Unit 331

1643 6th Ave, Unit 414

1643 6th Ave, Unit 105

1551 4th Ave, Unit 712

1455 Second Ave

702 Ash St, Unit 1002
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1560 Tenth Ave

1441 Ninth Ave

1562 Seventh Ave

702 Ash St

1642 Seventh Ave

1333 Eighth Ave

1501 Front St

1643 Sixth Ave, Unit 402

702 Ash St, Unit 1002

1501 Front St, Unit 633
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Aria

Aloft on Cortez Hill

Mills at Cortez Hill

1330-1338 8th Ave

Symphony Terrace

Solara Lofts

1732 5th Ave

Soleil Court Condos
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1515 9th Ave

1561-1575 9th Ave

The Park At 10th Avenue

1439 9th Ave

935-949 E Date St

Mayfair Apartments

1602-1620 8th Ave

740 Cedar St

777 Beech St
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Cortez, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $2,748 | $1,475 | $3,352 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $1,386 | $4,622 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,151 | $1,063 | $5,250 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $1,159 | $2,576 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,855 | $3,250 | $5,495 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,395 | $5,395 | $5,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCortez, San Diego, CA
Ranked #124
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Cortez area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, August 02, 2026, there are currently 91 available Cortez apartments priced from $1,063 to $5,250, with an average monthly rent of $3,322.
How much are Studio apartments in Cortez?
There are currently 53 Studio Apartments in Cortez with rent ranges from $1,475 to $3,352 with an average price of $2,748.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cortez Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cortez ranges from $1,386 to $4,622 with an average monthly rent of $3,230.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cortez range from $1,063 to $5,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,151.
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