
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (45 Rentals)


Total Monthly Price
GEMA

Stanza Little Italy

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

889 Date St, Unit 541

1642 7th Ave, Unit 119

889 Date St, Unit 889 Date St Unit 338

1642 Seventh Ave

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1602-1620 8th Ave

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7th & A

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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 | $2,819 | $1,350 | $3,352 |
Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $1,350 | $4,282 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,251 | $3,104 | $5,541 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Cortez area of San Diego, CA is found at Stanza Little Italy and is listed at 872 square feet priced from $3,128. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanza Little Italy | P | 872 Sq Ft | $3,128 |
| GEMA | A2 | 842 Sq Ft | $2,822 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | 750 Sq Ft | $2,305 |
| Ancora | A2 | 638 Sq Ft | $3,132 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | 560 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 538 Sq Ft | $1,860 |
Cheapest Available Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Cortez of San Diego, CA is the 1-Bed/1-Bath Model starting from $1,860 at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cortez is currently $3,440. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | 1-Bed/1-Bath | $1,860 |
| 1822 | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,095 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | $2,305 |
| GEMA | A2 | $2,822 |
| Stanza Little Italy | H | $2,891 |
| Ancora | A4 | $2,907 |
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cortez with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cortez is at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community listed at $1,860.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is $3,440.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cortez is a 872 square feet unit starting from $3,128 at Stanza Little Italy.
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