1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (90 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 $6,665. 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$6,665
La Jolla Crossroads ApartmentsChianti with Mezzanine1,004 Sq Ft$3,175
Towers at Costa VerdeMeridian with Den Option967 Sq Ft$2,950
Costa Verde VillagePinnacle with Loft option962 Sq Ft$3,010
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Non-Rovates900 Sq Ft$2,700
La RegenciaPinnacle880 Sq Ft$2,675
La Jolla Palms Apartment HomesPlan 1842 Sq Ft$3,050
Regents CourtMain Top Island810 Sq Ft$3,125
Regents La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath A (Ruby Plan - Renovated)753 Sq Ft$2,855
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsCordoba (Renovated)725 Sq Ft$2,988

Cheapest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University City of San Diego, CA is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model starting from $2,295 at Pacific Gardens Genesee. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University City is currently $3,349. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Pacific Gardens Genesee1 Bedroom / 1 Bath$2,295
La Jolla CanyonPinnacle$2,365
Whispering Pines1 Bedroom$2,395
Allina La Jolla1 Bed, 1 Bath$2,414
Canyon ParkOne Bedroom One Bath$2,425
Mirada at La Jolla Colony ApartmentsMadrid (Bond)$2,467
La Jolla Nobel1 Bed 1 Bath A (4149)$2,498
Village Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom Renovated$2,587
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Renovated 6/15$2,600
La RegenciaPinnacle$2,675

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, San Diego, CA

Ranked #28

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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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 Pacific Gardens Genesee listed at $2,295.

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 $3,349.

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 $6,665 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 464 sq ft.

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