Apartments for Rent with Specials in the La Playa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (6 Rentals)

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Apartments in the La Playa area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Bowen Apartments
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$2,274 - $3,866Special Offer
1 Month Free UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE ON SELECT HOMES! PLUS ASK HOW TO RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1000 OFF! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.
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Bowen Apartments

3280 Barnett AveSan Diego, CA 92110
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Celeste
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$1,990 - $3,150Special Offer
2 Months Free Now leasing! Up to 10 WEEKS FREE + $500 off + Waived App Fees when you look and lease. Call to schedule a tour today.
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Celeste

2901 Nimitz BlvdSan Diego, CA 92106
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Elan Coco Palms
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$2,095 - $3,200Special Offer
Specials Move In Special -OAC-Selected Vacant Units Only on 11 or 12 month lease
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Elan Coco Palms

4975 Del Monte AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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Top San Diego Apartments in the La Playa Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-18-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top La Playa, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Elan Pacific Palms

Move In Special -OAC-Selected Vacant Units Only on 12 month leaseExpires 06-18-2026

Elan Coco Palms

Move In Special -OAC-Selected Vacant Units Only on 11 or 12 month leaseExpires 06-18-2026

Elan The Park

Move In Special -OAC-Selected Vacant Units Only on 12 leaseExpires 06-18-2026

Celeste

Now leasing! Up to 10 WEEKS FREE + $500 off + Waived App Fees when you look and lease. Call to schedule a tour today.Expires 06-18-2026

Bevel Apartments

UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE! RESTRICTIONS APPLY. CALL TODAYExpires 06-18-2026

Bowen Apartments

UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE ON SELECT HOMES! PLUS ASK HOW TO RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $1000 OFF! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.Expires 06-18-2026

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La Playa, San Diego, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials La Playa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in La Playa?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in La Playa is at Celeste listed at $1,990.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials La Playa Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in La Playa is $2,846.

What is the largest Rent Specials La Playa Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in La Playa is a 1,298 square feet unit starting from $2,298 at Bevel Apartments.

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