
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (53 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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GEMA

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800 Broadway

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The Wyatt Makers Quarter

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Stanza Little Italy

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K1 Apartments

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Valentina by Alta

Artisan

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Tenth&G

Griffis East Village

Instrata Little Italy

Il Palazzo Apartments

600 Front Apartments

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625 Broadway

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AV8 Little Italy

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Entrada

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Treehouse

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Cielo
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City View

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525 Olive

Simone Little Italy

Urbana Rental Flats

WLA Windsor

The Rey

Modera San Diego

Horton 4th Avenue

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AVA Balboa Park
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The Helm - Affordable Housing

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Redwood Terrace

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Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!

TREO at Kettner

Savina by Bosa

Curlew Apartments

Sixth Avenue Apartments
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2254 5th Ave

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The Merian

Harrington Heights - Affordable Housing

Shift

The Beacon

Camden Tuscany

2421-2427 E St
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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 | $2,484 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,341 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,152 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Diego, San Diego, CA
Ranked #3
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 646 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Diego with rent ranges from $900 to $14,441 with an average price of $5,385.
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 $1,475 to $18,166 with an average monthly rent of $3,444.
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 $2,100 to $28,967. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,341.
How expensive are Downtown San Diego Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 129 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Diego on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,355 to $19,341 - averaging $6,152 for the location.
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