1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (91 Rentals)

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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University City area of San Diego, CA is found at LUX by Garden and is listed at 1,710 square feet priced from $6,490. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
LUX by Garden1B-3 & 3A1,710 Sq Ft$6,490
Costa Verde VillagePinnacle with Loft option962 Sq Ft$2,985
Towers at Costa VerdeRegency960 Sq Ft$3,160
La RegenciaPinnacle880 Sq Ft$2,650
La Jolla Crossroads ApartmentsMedici862 Sq Ft$2,825
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Renovated 6/15780 Sq Ft$2,500
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsCordoba (Renovated)725 Sq Ft$3,077
Solazzo Apartment HomesPlan C718 Sq Ft$2,925
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1Bath 709sf709 Sq Ft$2,595

Cheapest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University City of San Diego, CA is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model starting from $2,231 at Allina La Jolla. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University City is currently $3,210. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath$2,231
Nobel Court1 BR 1 BA Reno$2,306
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Renovated)$2,320
La Jolla CanyonPinnacle$2,365
Town Park VillasCedar Grove$2,377
Veranda La Jolla1X1$2,397
Canyon ParkOne Bedroom One Bath$2,425
Village Square ApartmentsJunior One Bedroom Renovated$2,463
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Renovated 6/15$2,500
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1Bath 709sf$2,595

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, San Diego, CA

Ranked #28

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University City is at Allina La Jolla listed at $2,231.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University City is $3,210.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 1,710 square feet unit starting from $6,490 at LUX by Garden.

What is the average size for University City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University City is currently 726 sq ft.

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