
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA Under $1,500 (34 Rentals)


WLA Windsor

Arlington Apartments

MBS Studios

Lillian Place

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Sage House Apartments

Vantaggio Little Italy

Island Flats
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830 Park Blvd

Luther Tower - 55+ Affordable Community

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Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!

Trolley Court

1562 Seventh Ave, Unit 307

444 G St

Tenth Avenue
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Golden Heights Terrace

Vantaggio Broadway

Park 12 Podium

Kettner Crossing Phase 1

WLA 509 Park

La Maison

Essex Apartments

Lions Gate
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Los Vientos

2525 Broadway

563 22nd St

CCBA Senior Garden

Cortez Hill Apartments

Mitchell Apartments

Living Q

Cedar Gateway
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1985 National Ave

Villa Harvey Mandel
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 | $2,479 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,421 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,355 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,052 | $2,472 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Diego, San Diego, CA
Ranked #3
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA
Roosevelt International Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Diego
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Diego?
There are currently 647 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Diego with rent ranges from $875 to $16,250 with an average price of $2,479.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Diego Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Diego ranges from $1,325 to $16,619 with an average monthly rent of $3,421.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Diego cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Diego range from $1,950 to $27,884. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,355.
How expensive are Downtown San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 130 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,472 to $19,687 - averaging $6,052 for the location.
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Moving to North County San Diego: Costs, Commutes, and Culture
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Sun, surf, clean air, healthy lifestyles, and a coastline that seems to stretch as far as the eyes can see.

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Hey there! I’m Hayden, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for San Diego.

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Choosing the right place to live during your college years can make or break your collegiate experience. My name is Hayden, I’m a San Diego area expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com and have been in the real estate world for years.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.