1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (582 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 1,448 square feet priced from $7,949. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The LindleyA2DTH1,448 Sq Ft$7,949
StrataA1D1,298 Sq Ft$3,398
Asano on Fourth - Bankers Hill/Little Italy1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms1,202 Sq Ft$4,938
Eighteen Ten State St1 Bed - 1.5 Bath N21,135 Sq Ft$4,808
Radian1H1,064 Sq Ft$4,200
Cornerstone Lofts1/1 Loft1,000 Sq Ft$2,450
CurrentA1Lc974 Sq Ft$3,150
Instrata Little ItalyA11963 Sq Ft$3,556
Kaya1 BR Balcony + Den Floorplan H951 Sq Ft$3,995

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 $1,625 at Redwood Terrace. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown San Diego is currently $3,238. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA$1,625
Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community1-Bed/1-Bath$1,860
900 F Street1 Bed 1 Bath B$1,895
City ViewPlan C$1,943
Jade Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,995
2551 Commercial St1A-G$1,995
600 Front Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$2,035
18221BR/1.0BA$2,095
Harborview Apartment HomesPlan G$2,170

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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 $1,625.

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 $3,238.

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 1,448 square feet unit starting from $7,949 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 793 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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