
Studio Apartments for Rent in the San Carlos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (28 Rentals)


Terra at Mission Trails

7063 Eldridge St

7787 Margerum Ave

Casa Del Cerro

Alberts College

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5547-5553 Shasta Ln

5649 Lake Park Way

5580 Lake Park Way

5661 Lake Park Way

5631 Lake Park Way

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San Carlos, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Carlos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
San Carlos Studio Apartments | $2,235 | $1,850 | $2,659 |
| San Carlos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $2,095 | $3,099 |
| San Carlos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $1,323 | $3,799 |
| San Carlos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,743 | $2,064 | $9,223 |
| San Carlos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,936 | $1,122 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Carlos Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available San Carlos Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the San Carlos area of San Diego, CA is found at Atlas Alvarado and is listed at 594 square feet priced from $2,422. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas Alvarado | S1 | 594 Sq Ft | $2,422 |
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio (W&D) | 510 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Elan Mesa Lofts | Studio 1 Bath - 0X1 | 450 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Cheapest Available San Carlos Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit San Carlos of San Diego, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,850 at Terra at Mission Trails. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Carlos is currently $2,235. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Terra at Mission Trails | Studio | $1,850 |
| Elan Mesa Lofts | Studio 1 Bath - 0X1 | $1,995 |
| Atlas Alvarado | S1 | $2,422 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Carlos Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Carlos with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in San Carlos is at Terra at Mission Trails listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Carlos Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Carlos is $2,235.
What is the largest available Studio San Carlos Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Carlos is a 594 square feet unit starting from $2,422 at Atlas Alvarado.
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