
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (54 Rentals)


Stanza Little Italy

The Helm - Affordable Housing

Windsor Apartments

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

1643 6th Ave, Unit 414

1562 Seventh Ave

1732 5th Ave

Symphony Terrace

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1468 1st Ave

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1556 2nd Ave

419 W Beech St

Piazza Palermo

1721 4th Ave

410 Elm St

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1439 9th Ave

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740 Cedar St

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Mayfair Apartments

1546 5th Ave
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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 |
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There are currently 54 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Cortez area of San Diego, CA is found at Stanza Little Italy and is listed at 579 square feet priced from $2,712. 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 | E | 579 Sq Ft | $2,712 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | 570 Sq Ft | $1,984 |
| Ancora Apartments | S4 | 486 Sq Ft | $3,027 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | 355 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | 287 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Cheapest Available Cortez Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Cortez of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,475 at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community. The average price for all Studio apartments in Cortez is currently $2,748. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | $1,475 |
| Windsor Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,595 |
| The Helm - Affordable Housing | Studio | $1,650 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | $1,984 |
| Ancora Apartments | S2 | $2,552 |
| Stanza Little Italy | E | $2,712 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cortez with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Cortez is at Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community listed at $1,475.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Cortez Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Cortez is $2,748.
What is the largest available Studio Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cortez is a 579 square feet unit starting from $2,712 at Stanza Little Italy.
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