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Broadway Towers
1150 E StSan Diego, CA 92101
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (53 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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$2,690 - $17,582Special Offer
2 Months Free Receive Up to 2 Months Free + $1000 Look & Lease! Restrictions Apply. Call Us for Details.
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The Torrey
1200 Front StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,200 - $6,995Special Offer
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The MINN
1905 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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$2,610 - $5,097Special Offer
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Concert Residences
955 11th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,610 - $7,045
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Diega
702 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,493 - $3,615
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GEMA
1471 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$3,786 - $14,906
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Park Summit
555 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,840 - $20,288Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 10 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Details.
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West
1011 Union StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,995 - $8,400Special Offer
3 Months Free Receive up to 12 weeks free rent when you move into select homes by 05/31/2026- Contact our leasing office for details ** Term
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Pinnacle on The Park
424 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,800 - $8,799Special Offer
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Radian
675 9th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,113 - $6,781
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K1 Apartments
330 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,996 - $22,728
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The Lindley
1331 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,821 - $10,492
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AV8 Little Italy
2155 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,603 - $8,719
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Valentina by Alta
1919 Pacific HwySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,210 - $8,400Special Offer
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Spire San Diego
1443 Island AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,682 - $5,408
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Eighteen Ten State St
1810 State StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Artisan
1601 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,897 - $3,647
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Entrada
453 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,819 - $3,982Special Offer
Specials Two months FREE on move-in ready two-bedroom homes! Call for details.
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Griffis East Village
688 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,331 - $4,939Special Offer
2 Months Free New Special Offer: Get 8 WEEKS FREE on ALL new leases by 4/30! Tour Today! *T&Cs apply
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Instrata Little Italy
1980 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,985 - $3,828Special Offer
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Il Palazzo Apartments
2040 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,799 - $2,528Special Offer
Discounts $1000 Off !! Call Office For Details
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Market Street Village
699 14th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,215 - $3,699Special Offer
1 Month Free Save up to 6 Weeks off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Move in by 05/31/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term requir
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13th & Market
1330-1350 Market StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,220 - $12,060Special Offer
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800 Broadway
800 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,332 - $7,695
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Stanza Little Italy
310 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,086 - $3,801Special Offer
Specials 1 Month FREE! Plus ask how to receive an additional $1,000 off! Restrictions apply.
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Idea1 Apartments
899 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,379 - $4,487
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The Wyatt Makers Quarter
1509 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,262 - $4,499
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625 Broadway
625 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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$3,353 - $6,569Special Offer
2 Months Free Lease Today for 8 Weeks Free + Another $1,000 Off Select Homes when you Look & Lease Within 24hrs of Touring! Visit website fo
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F11 East Village
1110 F StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,576 - $6,181
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Treehouse
2525 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Cielo
915 W Grape StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,469 - $3,193
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City View
840 17th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$3,365 - $15,599Special Offer
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Simone Little Italy
1401 Union StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,635 - $4,020Special Offer
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AVA Balboa Park
3288 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$1,895 - $2,850Special Offer
1 Month Free ONE MONTH OFF RENT SPECIAL! - Limited Time: Receive ONE FULL MONTH When You Apply to Select Apartment Homes Today! Save an Addi
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900 F Street
900 F StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,650 - $2,600Special Offer
Specials LIMITED TIME ONLY! Receive 6 weeks FREE on select units! Join us for an OPEN HOUSE this Saturday!
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Market Street Square
606 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,495 - $3,095
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Viridian Lofts
1014 Fifth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,291 - $5,914Special Offer
Specials Enjoy up to 4 weeks of rent free living on select homes when you lease by 05/15/2026! *Restrictions apply. Applications must be sub
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Modera San Diego
1445 K StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,155 - $6,859Special Offer
2 Months Free LIMITED TIME - ASK US HOW TO GET UP TO 8 WEEKS FREE RENT!* *Restrictions apply/select apartments/subject to end without notice
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The Rey
801 A StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,995Special Offer
Specials *On approved credit. Limited time offer.
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Canyonwood Apartments
1830 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103
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$3,118 - $5,069
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1551 Union StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,360 - $4,575Special Offer
Specials FREE Rent at Move-in! *Restrictions May Apply
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Elan Luxo II
1907 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,650Special Offer
Specials We are hosting an open house on the Saturday March 28th from 9am to 12pm, for those who would like to tour our community! Receive $
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The Helm - Affordable Housing
191 W Beech StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$1,595 - $1,875Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive up to 4 weeks free plus $500 Look and Lease! Call for details.
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Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic
435 13th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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$2,189 - $2,569Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy your first full month’s rent FREE when you make Arrive Broadway Lofts your new home! Offer valid on 12+ month lease terms
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Arrive Broadway Lofts
1007 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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$974 - $1,029Special Offer
Specials For a limited time we are currently waiving all application fees.
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Trolley Court
940 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
1225 Island Ave, Unit 313, Unit 313
1225 Island Ave
San DiegoCA92101
1150 J St, Unit 107, Unit 107
1150 J St
San DiegoCA92101
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2103 Island Ave, Unit #4, Unit #4
2103 Island AveSan Diego, CA 92102
1435 India St, Unit 204, Unit 204
1435 India St
San DiegoCA92101
Downtown San Diego - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in San Diego by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg. See how it ranks!
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,411 | $900 | $4,413 |
| Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $1,595 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,125 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,195 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Downtown San Diego Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 05-02-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown San Diego, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Eighteen Ten State St
2 months off + $2,000 look and lease special on base rent* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 05-02-2026
The Torrey
Receive Up to 2 Months Free + $1000 Look & Lease! Restrictions Apply. Call Us for Details.Expires 05-02-2026
Il Palazzo Apartments
UP TO 4 WEEKS FREE ON SELECT HOMES! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.Expires 05-02-2026
900 F Street
ONE MONTH OFF RENT SPECIAL! - Limited Time: Receive ONE FULL MONTH When You Apply to Select Apartment Homes Today! Save an Additional $500.00 Off Move-In Fees When You Look & Lease Within 48 Hours of Touring! Offer Valid thru 4/30/2026 - Certain Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Info! Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires 05-02-2026
Current
Up to 10 Weeks FREE on Select Homes! *Restrictions Apply.Expires 05-02-2026
Elan Luxo II
FREE Rent at Move-in! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 05-02-2026
Griffis East Village
Two months FREE on move-in ready two-bedroom homes! Call for details.Expires 05-02-2026
The Rey
LIMITED TIME - ASK US HOW TO GET UP TO 8 WEEKS FREE RENT!* *Restrictions apply/select apartments/subject to end without notice.Expires 05-02-2026
13th & Market
Save up to 6 Weeks off rent! Applies to first full month's rent only. Move in by 05/31/2026. Minimum 12 month lease term required.Expires 05-02-2026
GEMA
Up to 6 Weeks Free Base Rent! *On select units. Base rent. Restrictions and minimum lease terms apply. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 05-02-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown San Diego, CA
Specials updated: 05-02-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown San Diego, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Artisan
Move-In Special Receive Up to 2 Months Free! Look & Lease for Up to $3,000 Off! First Parking Spot Free! - No Monthly Fee *Select Homes. New Move-InsExpires 06-30-2026
Arrive Broadway Lofts
Enjoy your first full month’s rent FREE when you make Arrive Broadway Lofts your new home! Offer valid on 12+ month lease terms. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 05-03-2026
The Lindley
Receive up to 2 Months Free on Base Rent + $2000 look and lease!** Base rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other cost & fees excluded. Restrictions apply on select unitsExpires 05-03-2026
Modera San Diego
Enjoy up to 4 weeks of rent free living on select homes when you lease by 05/15/2026! *Restrictions apply. Applications must be submitted within 24 hours of your tour and move in within 21 days. Special will be applied to your second full month of residency. Offer valid only on 12-15 month lease terms.Expires 05-03-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown San Diego is at Trolley Court listed at $974.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown San Diego is $4,049.
What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Diego is a 2,166 square feet unit starting from $2,299 at Artisan.
What is the average size for Downtown San Diego Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown San Diego is currently at 519 sq ft.
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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
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