
Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (1,259 Rentals)


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The Mayer @PB
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Pacific Beach Shores

2140 Reed Ave

5051 La Jolla Blvd, Unit 209, Unit 209

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5081 Foothill Blvd, Unit ADU, Unit ADU

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1033 Grand Ave, Unit Grand Ave, Unit Grand Ave

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2255 Garnet Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

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853 Thomas Ave, Unit Apt 3, Unit Apt 3

1855 Diamond St, Unit 5-232, Unit 5-232

1855 Diamond St, Unit 5-213, Unit 5-213
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1652 Reed Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

2138 Reed Ave

2152 Oliver Ave

3979 Ingraham St

3981 Ingraham St

2645 Garnet Ave

2661 Magnolia Ave

3843 Riviera Dr, Unit 2, Unit 2

924 Hornblend St, Unit 306, Unit 306

3850 Riviera Dr, Unit 3, Unit 3
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3765 Promontory St

735 Whiting Ct

4060 Huerfano Ave, Unit Bay Ho, Unit Bay Ho

3755 Ocean Front Walk, Unit 12, Unit 12

817 Ostend Ct

819 Ostend Ct

732 Jersey Ct

734 Jersey Ct

3193 Mandan Way

4319 Susquehanna Pl
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Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pacific Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Studio Apartments | $2,262 | $1,695 | $3,210 |
| Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $1,790 | $9,302 |
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,356 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,267 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $23,493 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePacific Beach, San Diego, CA
Ranked #68
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Western San Diego, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with little ones? this neighborhood has emerged as a favorite neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and great education resources.
Luxury Living Rating
Pacific Beach has now become known as amongst the finest luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, maid services, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pacific Beach
How much are Studio apartments in Pacific Beach?
There are currently 1,053 Studio Apartments in Pacific Beach with rent ranges from $1,695 to $3,210 with an average price of $2,262.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Pacific Beach ranges from $1,790 to $9,302 with an average monthly rent of $2,820.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Pacific Beach cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Pacific Beach range from $2,150 to $12,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,356.
How expensive are Pacific Beach Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 228 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Pacific Beach on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,750 to $16,301 - averaging $6,267 for the location.
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