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1562 Seventh AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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San DiegoCA92102
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1150 J StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1080 Park Blvd
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253 10th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
2650 Broadway
San DiegoCA92102
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1480 Broadway, Unit 2307, Unit 2307
1480 Broadway
San DiegoCA92101
1465 C St
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1551 4th Ave, Unit 412, Unit 412
1551 4th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
445 Island Ave
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517 24th St
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777 Sixth Ave
San DiegoCA92101
1333 8th Ave, Unit 206, Unit 206
1333 8th Ave
San DiegoCA92101
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Downtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,738 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,708 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Diego Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Arlington Apartments priced from $900. Trolley Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $974. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Single Room Occupant | Studio, | $900 |
| Trolley Court | Standard | Studio, | $974 |
| Studio 15 | Studios - 50% AMI - Utilities included | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units! | Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| Island Village Apartments | Studio ALL UTILITIES Included | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Diego area is the $1.75 price per square foot One Bedroom One Bath Model at Viridian Lofts in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Downtown San Diego apartment is the Lofts Model at Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) starting at $2,495 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Horton Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viridian Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 801 Ash St, Unit 101 | 801 Ash St | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| F11 East Village | 2J-1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Koll Center | Large 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Cornerstone Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| Greystone Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| Vera Cortez Hill | S1 (Premium) | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Diego?
There are currently 1116 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $22,728. There are also 170 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Diego ranging from $1,499 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Diego ranges from $1,499 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,865.
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