2203 Broadway
San DiegoCA92102
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2782 Broadway, Unit 301
2782 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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1080 Park Blvd
San DiegoCA92101
450 J St, Unit 5121
450 J St
San DiegoCA92101
1435 India St
San DiegoCA92101
445 Island Ave
San DiegoCA92101
532 Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy
San DiegoCA92113
1080 Park Blvd, Unit 1409
1080 Park Blvd
San DiegoCA92101
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1080 Park Blvd, Unit 1206
1080 Park Blvd
San DiegoCA92101
2776 B St, Unit 120
2776 B St
San DiegoCA92102
1480 Broadway
San DiegoCA92101
2732 Treat St
San DiegoCA92102
1080 Park Blvd, Unit 710
1080 Park Blvd
San DiegoCA92101
550 15th St, Unit 401
550 15th St
San DiegoCA92101
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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 | $4,643 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,927 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,333 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,500 | $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 June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Diego area is the $2.32 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Fifth & Olive in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Downtown San Diego apartment is the 2-J Model at K1 Apartments starting at $3,826 with a $2.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifth & Olive | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.32 |
| K1 Apartments | 2-J | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1150 J St, Unit 217 | 1150 J St | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| F11 East Village | 2J-4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Pioneer – Lofts (PIOLOF) | Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| MBS Studios | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| GEMA | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Horton 4th Avenue | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 2140-2144 1st Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Villa De Oro Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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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 1111 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $28,966. There are also 175 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Diego ranging from $1,500 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 $1,500 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,372.
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