
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (51 Rentals)


Stanza Little Italy

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Gema

Atmosphere Apartments

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889 Date St, Unit 143

889 Date St, Unit 541

1551 4th Ave, Unit 712

1642 7th Ave, Unit 424

1642 7th Ave, Unit 222
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1561-1575 9th Ave

Mayfair Apartments

935-949 E Date St

216-222 Ash St

Park View Condos

1401-1421 2nd Ave

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Piazza Palermo

Historic Little Italy Bungalows

7th & A

777 Beech St

Cedar Gateway

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1822 Third Ave

Vera Cortez Hill

Jacaranda on 9th

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Cathedral Plaza

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Wilsonian

Elliot Arms Apartments

1525 2nd Ave
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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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 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 945 square feet priced from $4,622. 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 | PH04 | 945 Sq Ft | $4,622 |
| Gema | A3AFF | 865 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | 750 Sq Ft | $2,359 |
| Ancora Apartments | A2 | 638 Sq Ft | $3,507 |
| Atmosphere Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 613 Sq Ft | $1,386 |
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 $1,386 at Atmosphere Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cortez is currently $3,230. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Atmosphere Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,386 |
| Gema | A1AFF | $2,300 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | A1 (Premium) | $2,359 |
| Stanza Little Italy | N | $2,942 |
| Ancora Apartments | A4 | $3,082 |
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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 Atmosphere Apartments listed at $1,386.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cortez Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cortez is $3,230.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cortez is a 945 square feet unit starting from $4,622 at Stanza Little Italy.
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