
Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (1,276 Rentals)


AVA Pacific Beach

Bay Apartments

The Pacific at Mission Bay

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1704 Hornblend St

The Mayer @PB

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WELCOME HOME

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Cedar Shores

The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments!
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3531-3537 Del Rey St

3833 Jewell St

3538 Del Rey St

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Ingraham - La Playa Point LP
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Pacific Beach Shores

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4251 Gila Ave, Unit 4251 Gila

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2228 Garnet Ave

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3652 Promontory St, Unit cottage

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3852 Mission Blvd, Unit C

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2146 Felspar St, Unit 2146

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2148 Felspar St, Unit 2148

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1030 Opal St, Unit B

1855 Diamond St, Unit 5-232

1645 Emerald St, Unit PB 1 Bedroom Condo
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4750 Noyes St, Unit North Pacific Beach Condo 1B|1B

1552 Chalcedony St, Unit 1

1814 Pacific Beach Dr

2140 Reed Ave

2017 Oliver Ave, Unit 2017 Oliver Ave

2035 Oliver Ave, Unit Pacific Beach Condo

1371 Grand Ave

4080 Sequoia St

2152 Oliver Ave

2317 Grand Ave
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3979 Ingraham St

4651 Pico St, Unit 111

1035 Hornblend St

2645 Garnet Ave

2661 Magnolia Ave

924 Hornblend St, Unit 306

4859 Bella Pacific Row, Unit 230

3750 Bayside Walk

819 Ostend Ct

732 Jersey Ct
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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 | $2,170 | $1,672 | $3,000 |
| Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,891 | $1,850 | $9,131 |
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,993 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,706 | $3,445 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $27,992 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePacific Beach, San Diego, CA
Ranked #82
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 1,052 Studio Apartments in Pacific Beach with rent ranges from $1,672 to $3,000 with an average price of $2,170.
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 $1,850 to $9,131 with an average monthly rent of $2,891.
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 $2,000 to $12,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,993.
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