
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (656 Rentals)


The Lindley

The Wyatt Makers Quarter

Treehouse

800 Broadway

Simone Little Italy

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AV8 Little Italy

F11 East Village

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Instrata Little Italy

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Market Street Village

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900 F Street

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2679 Imperial Ave
Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Downtown San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,405 | $974 | $5,828 |
| Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $1,625 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,704 | $1,925 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,136 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,230 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 656 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown San Diego Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is found at Horton 4th Avenue and is listed at 1,233 square feet priced from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horton 4th Avenue | 2 Story Loft | 1,233 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Arrive Broadway Lofts | Avenue Studio | 950 Sq Ft | $2,385 |
| Cielo | C1 Floorplan (Open Style) | 851 Sq Ft | $2,886 |
| 4th and J | Paseo | 723 Sq Ft | $3,033 |
| K1 Apartments | ST-F | 706 Sq Ft | $2,427 |
| Harborview Apartment Homes | Plan E | 700 Sq Ft | $2,765 |
| AV8 Little Italy | B3.1 | 687 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Vici Luxury Rentals - Little Italy | Capri 5 | 670 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| Market Street Village | Studio | 443 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
Cheapest Available Downtown San Diego Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown San Diego of San Diego, CA is the Standard Model starting from $974 at Trolley Court. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown San Diego is currently $2,405. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Trolley Court | Standard | $974 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | $1,300 |
| Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community | Studio | $1,350 |
| Vantaggio Little Italy | Small full size bed | $1,450 |
| Island Flats | Small Studio | $1,450 |
| WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,495 |
| Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,525 |
| WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown San Diego with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown San Diego is at Trolley Court listed at $974.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown San Diego is $2,405.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Diego is a 1,233 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at Horton 4th Avenue.
What is the average size for Downtown San Diego Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown San Diego is currently 489 sq ft.
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