
Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (86 Rentals) Page 2 of 2


419 W Beech St

402 Date St

400-420 Ash St

Nerney Apartments

Foley Plaza at Bankers Hill

410 Elm St

West Park Apartments

Quality Inn Apartments

216-222 Ash St
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1401-1421 2nd Ave

1556 2nd Ave

1755-1759 2nd Ave

Piazza Palermo

1468 1st Ave

1445 Front St

1662 Front St

Historic Little Italy Bungalows

El Roberto Apartments

Caledonia
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Cortez Hill Apartments

Jacaranda on 9th

Cortez Heights Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

Elliot Arms Apartments

Cedar Gateway

La Maison

Sandford Hotel

New Palace Hotel

Cathedral Plaza

Grandview Apartments

Westminster Manor

1525 2nd Ave

Wilsonian

1822 Third Ave

Centre City Apartments
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 | $2,668 | $1,450 | $3,102 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $1,860 | $4,032 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $2,244 | $8,402 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $2,472 | $2,472 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,468 | $2,995 | $4,495 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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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, September 16, 2026, there are currently 86 available Cortez apartments priced from $1,450 to $8,402, with an average monthly rent of $3,121.
How much are Studio apartments in Cortez?
There are currently 52 Studio Apartments in Cortez with rent ranges from $1,450 to $3,102 with an average price of $2,668.
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 $1,860 to $4,032 with an average monthly rent of $3,223.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cortez range from $2,244 to $8,402. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,219.
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