
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Pacific Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,790 (57 Rentals)


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Pacific Beach Shores

Bay Park Apartments

3360-3364 Luna Ave

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Villa Monair

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4893 Coconino Way

WELCOME HOME

3257-59 Luna Ave

Emerald Manor Apartments

2055 Felspar St

4506 Moraga Ave

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3252-3254 Jemez Dr
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4060 Huerfano Ave, Unit Bay Ho, Unit Bay Ho

4580 Jicarillo Ave

The Pacific At Mission Bay

4107 Ingraham St

AVA Pacific Beach

1421 Grand Ave

1014 Tourmaline St

Bay

Casas by the Sea

1849-1867 Morena Blvd
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Bay Palms Apartment

2166 Grand Ave

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Pico Apartments

1360 Hornblend St

3313 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

Avaz Pacific Beach

Bahia Jewell
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4464 1/2 Figueroa Blvd

4750 Noyes St

Diamond Park Apartments

3298 Luna Ave

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Grand Avenue Apartments

Viking Pacific

Cedar Shores

1133 Reed Ave

1729 Diamond St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pacific Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Studio Apartments | $2,251 | $1,695 | $3,210 |
Pacific Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,830 | $1,790 | $9,018 |
| Pacific Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,304 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,380 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Pacific Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $22,996 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pacific Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pacific Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pacific Beach is at Bayview Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment is $1,800 at Bayview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pacific Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pacific Beach is starting from $1,800 at Bayview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Pacific Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pacific Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bayview Apartments and starts from $1,800.
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