1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (512 Rentals)

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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is found at The Lindley and is listed at 1,375 square feet priced from $9,012. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The LindleyA1DTH1,375 Sq Ft$9,012
Asano on Fourth - Bankers Hill/Little Italy1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms1,202 Sq Ft$5,350
The Wyatt Makers QuarterUL31,190 Sq Ft$3,974
Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF)Lofts1,040 Sq Ft$2,495
Kaya1 BR Balcony + Den Penthouse Floorplan I1,036 Sq Ft$6,000
CieloH1 Floorplan1,002 Sq Ft$4,094
CurrentA1Lc974 Sq Ft$3,300
Idea1 ApartmentsA30L Loft + Den950 Sq Ft$3,240
Modera San DiegoA01L937 Sq Ft$2,777
Park 12 - The CollectionTOWER A13925 Sq Ft$3,672

Cheapest Available Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown San Diego of San Diego, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,675 at Redwood Terrace. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown San Diego is currently $3,335. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA$1,675
2551 Commercial St1A-G$1,995
900 F Street1 Bed 1 Bath B$2,035
18221BR/1.0BA$2,145
Curlew and Juniper Apartments1/1$2,195
Market Street Village1 Bed 1 bath$2,225
Pinnacle on The ParkSPIRE 1A$2,260
Spire San DiegoSPIRE 1A$2,260
600 Front Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$2,280

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including San Diego. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown San Diego with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown San Diego is at Redwood Terrace listed at $1,675.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Diego is $3,335.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Diego is a 1,375 square feet unit starting from $9,012 at The Lindley.

What is the average size for Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown San Diego is currently 707 sq ft.

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