
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Darnall Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (74 Rentals)


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6510 College Grove Dr

4251 College Ave

4544 El Cerrito Dr

3456 Meridian Ave

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Sunrise Pointe

Sandy's Apartments

4478-4482 58th St

5884 Estelle St

Terracina Gardens

4051 College Ave
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4510 55th St

4550 College Ave

6036 Estelle St

4425-4427 Dayton St

3508 College Ave

6053-6065 Adams Ave

Adelaide Gardens

4550-4560 60th St

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6161 Tarragona Dr

4550 55th St

3510 College Ave

4510-4512 58th St

College Eight

Glenridge Apartments

4540-4548 55th St

Cascade Apartments

5502-5506 University Ave

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4518 Alice St

Adelaide North II

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Aragon Arms

6250-6264 Stanley Ave

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4644 Soria Dr
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Darnall, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darnall?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darnall Studio Apartments | $1,894 | $1,788 | $2,000 |
Darnall 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $850 | $2,352 |
| Darnall 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,999 | $2,895 |
| Darnall 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,506 | $2,795 | $7,363 |
| Darnall 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Darnall Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Darnall 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Darnall area of San Diego, CA is found at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes and is listed at 650 square feet priced from $2,065. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 650 Sq Ft | $2,065 |
| Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1X1 MRK | 616 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 1/1 | 600 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | 575 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 550 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 509 Sq Ft | $1,400 |
| Tierra Del Rey | A 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 400 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Cheapest Available Darnall 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Darnall of San Diego, CA is the One Bedroom One Bath Model starting from $1,400 at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Darnall is currently $1,889. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | $1,400 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,450 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 1/1 | $1,699 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | $1,750 |
| Tierra Del Rey | A 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,875 |
| Hillside Terrace Apartments | 1X1 MRK | $2,025 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | $2,065 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Darnall Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Darnall Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Darnall is $1,889.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Darnall Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Darnall is a 650 square feet unit starting from $2,065 at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Darnall 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Darnall is currently 615 sq ft.
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