
Apartments for Rent in the Southeast San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (267 Rentals)


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3167 Market

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3037 franklin

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3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043

3317 L St

4314 Z St, Unit 4480

358 Gavin St

2849 E St, Unit Unit1
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3268 National Ave, Unit B

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3886 Superior St

3875-77 Beta St

3120 Martin Ave

3064 Imperial Ave

643 S 31st St

3841-3845 Superior St

1215 S 31st St

3941-3945 Birch St
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3517-3523 J St

735 40th St

2866-70 Ocean View Blvd

4006-4008 Delta St

839 S 37th St

3265 Ocean View Blvd

249 S 33rd St

3873 Superba St

3965 Logan Ave

4039 National Ave
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4037 National Ave

3011 Franklin Ave

3726 Acacia St

3313 Island Ave

3095 L St

1515 S 40th St

2847 Clay Ave

4300 Newton Ave

4042-44 Eta St

729 Morrison St
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3258-3260 Greely Ave

3712-3714 Hemlock St

3453-3459 Ocean View Blvd

3725 Ocean View Blvd

3709-3715 T St

325 Olivewood Ter

322 S Pardee St

3741-3749 T St

3750-3760 Ocean View Blvd

3768-3770 Ocean View Blvd
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Southeast San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
| Southeast San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $1,700 | $2,345 |
| Southeast San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,843 | $2,745 |
| Southeast San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,597 | $3,495 | $3,995 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southeast San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,507 | $2,100 | $2,795 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,259 | $2,500 | $3,600 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,115 | $3,750 | $4,495 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast San Diego, San Diego, CA
Ranked #112
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast San Diego
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southeast San Diego area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, August 02, 2026, there are currently 267 available Southeast San Diego apartments priced from $1,595 to $3,995, with an average monthly rent of $2,244.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southeast San Diego Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southeast San Diego ranges from $1,700 to $2,345 with an average monthly rent of $2,030.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast San Diego cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southeast San Diego range from $1,843 to $2,745. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,390.
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