
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Old Town San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (465 Rentals)


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Broadstone Mission Valley

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Celeste

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Bevel Apartments

Arbor Crest on Fourth

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AV8 Little Italy

The Presidio Apartments

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Treehouse
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4177 First Ave.

1922 Hancock St

1710 Hanford Dr

1621 Hotel Cir S

1605 Hotel Cir S, Unit 105, Unit 105

Casa del Pueblo

Mission Greens

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630 W Washington St

3039 Hugo St

Wellington Square

728 Bush St

3653 3rd Ave

2215-2219 Front St

2357 State St

2066 4th Ave
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3032-3038 Hugo St

3720-3722 Dove St

1121 Eureka St

3831 1st Ave

5445 Mildred St

3138 Ingelow St

3745 1st Ave

3766-3770 1st Ave
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Old Town San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Town San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Old Town San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,332 | $1,084 | $3,805 |
| Old Town San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,180 | $6,570 |
| Old Town San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,709 | $2,250 | $7,900 |
| Old Town San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,456 | $2,859 | $7,500 |
| Old Town San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,538 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 465 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Town San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Old Town San Diego Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Old Town San Diego area of San Diego, CA is found at Mission Hills Apartments and is listed at 1,413 square feet priced from $3,805. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Hills Apartments | LOFT PLAN 6 | 1,413 Sq Ft | $3,805 |
| AV8 Little Italy | A4 | 691 Sq Ft | $3,031 |
| Bowen Apartments | S2D | 621 Sq Ft | $2,528 |
| Broadstone Mission Valley | Studio | 611 Sq Ft | $2,860 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | 595 Sq Ft | $2,292 |
| Rivair Apartment Homes | S1 | 575 Sq Ft | $2,393 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | 570 Sq Ft | $2,058 |
| Treehouse | S2 | 494 Sq Ft | $2,574 |
| Chapman Place | Studio | 473 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Rainford Apartments | S3 | 468 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
Cheapest Available Old Town San Diego Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Old Town San Diego of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,508 at The Presidio Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Old Town San Diego is currently $2,332. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | $1,508 |
| Hilltop Terrace | Studio | $1,748 |
| Love Where You Live | Alcove Studio 1 | $1,795 |
| City Lofts | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,795 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | $2,058 |
| Celeste | S1 | $2,075 |
| Chapman Place | Studio | $2,100 |
| Olea | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,292 |
| Rainford Apartments | S3 | $2,295 |
| Rivair Apartment Homes | S1 | $2,393 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Old Town San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Old Town San Diego with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Old Town San Diego is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Old Town San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Old Town San Diego is $2,332.
What is the largest available Studio Old Town San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Old Town San Diego is a 1,413 square feet unit starting from $3,805 at Mission Hills Apartments.
What is the average size for Old Town San Diego Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Old Town San Diego is currently 512 sq ft.
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