
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (649 Rentals)


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The Lindley

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Diega

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The Wyatt Makers Quarter

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Treehouse

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800 Broadway

Simone Little Italy
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Stanza Little Italy

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AV8 Little Italy

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Entrada

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Griffis East Village

Instrata Little Italy

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13th & Market

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Tenth&G

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Cielo
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The Merian

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525 Olive

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AVA Balboa Park

Market Street Square

Vantaggio Little Italy

900 F Street

Studio 15

2551 Commercial St-F4OZ

Koll Center
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The Rey

Horton 4th Avenue

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Island Flats

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Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic
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 | $2,506 | $974 | $5,618 |
| Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,326 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,118 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,665 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 649 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 | Bond Studio | 950 Sq Ft | $2,735 |
| Cielo | C1 Floorplan (Open Style) | 851 Sq Ft | $2,807 |
| 4th and J | Paseo | 723 Sq Ft | $3,033 |
| Eighteen Ten State St | Studio K | 720 Sq Ft | $3,209 |
| Griffis East Village | Langley | 690 Sq Ft | $2,182 |
| The Wyatt Makers Quarter | SC | 689 Sq Ft | $2,616 |
| AVA Balboa Park | S3 | 642 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
| 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 $2,506. 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 |
| WLA 509 Park | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,495 |
| Island Flats | Small Studio | $1,500 |
| WLA Windsor | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,550 |
| Studios435: Furnished Studios with Modern Esthetic | 435-212/312/412 | $1,595 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Diego, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $2,506.
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 354 sq ft.
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