
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (132 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the University City area of San Diego with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Towers at Costa Verde Apartments

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Village View

The Jewel at LUX

Casa Aldea at University City Village

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Canyon Park

Costa Verde Village Apartments

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Axiom La Jolla

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La Jolla Crossroads Apartments

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Palisade at Westfield UTC

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Regents Court

La Jolla Palms Apartment Homes

Veranda La Jolla

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Elan - Terraza La Jolla

Nobel Court

La Jolla Park East
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Avalon La Jolla Colony

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La Jolla View

Whispering Pines

La Jolla Terrace

La Jolla Nobel

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Torrey Pines Village

La Jolla Paseo

3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117
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7190 Shoreline Dr, Unit 6204

3969 Nobel Dr

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

3520 Lebon Dr

3550 Lebon Dr

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 34

9514 Easter Way

4382 Caminito del Diamante, Unit Playmor La Jolla

4435 Nobel Dr, Unit 4435 Nobel Drive 30

7994 Caminito Dia, Unit 1
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7110 Caminito Zabala

8840 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit 306

5305 Toscana Way, Unit SI FL1-ID1633408P

5305 Toscana Way, Unit SI FL3-ID1633409P

5305 Toscana Way, Unit SI FL2-ID1633410P

7205 Charmant Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID1191A

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7205 Charmant Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1169A

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7205 Charmant Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID55A

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8503 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1559834P

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8506 Via Mallorca, Unit SI FL2-ID1546138P
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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $2,548 | $2,159 | $3,395 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $1,600 | $5,910 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $2,575 | $9,175 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,131 | $3,950 | $7,315 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Western San Diego, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
University City is now ranked as one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about University City
How much are Studio apartments in University City?
There are currently 41 Studio Apartments in University City with rent ranges from $2,159 to $3,395 with an average price of $2,548.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University City ranges from $1,600 to $5,910 with an average monthly rent of $3,096.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University City range from $2,575 to $9,175. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,030.
How expensive are University City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,950 to $7,315 - averaging $5,131 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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