
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (147 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the University City area of San Diego with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Town Park Villas

Village View

LUX by Garden*

Casa Aldea at University City Village

Costa Verde Village Apartments

La Jolla Nobel

La Jolla Paseo

La Regencia Apartments

La Jolla Crossroads Apartments
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The Villas of Renaissance

Valentia

Palisade at Westfield UTC

Allina La Jolla

Veranda La Jolla

Regents Court

Canyon Park

La Jolla Blue Apartments

Elan Terraza La Jolla

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Pacific Gardens Genesee

Axiom La Jolla

La Jolla Park East

Towers at Costa Verde Apartments

La Jolla View

Whispering Pines

La Jolla Terrace

Torrey Pines Village

4130 Porte de Palmas, Unit 7
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8889 Caminito Plaza Centro, Unit 7326

3987 Nobel Dr, Unit 337

8889 Caminito Plz, Unit 7221

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 34

7120 Shoreline Dr, Unit 2112

4070 Porte La Paz

3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 6213

3550 Lebon Dr, Unit 6408

4162 Camino Ticino, Unit 4162 Camino Ticino
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8041 Camino Huerta

7831 Camino Noguera, Unit university woods

7120 Shoreline Dr, Unit 2208

3969 Nobel Dr, Unit 280

9604 Caminito del Feliz

6248 Caminito Araya, Unit 6248

8840 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit 306

3882 Radcliffe Ln, Unit NA

4095 Rosenda Ct, Unit 249
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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 | $2,418 | $2,129 | $3,355 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $2,050 | $5,958 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,856 | $2,575 | $10,000+ |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,893 | $3,950 | $7,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity City, San Diego, CA
Ranked #26
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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.
Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about University City
How much are Studio apartments in University City?
There are currently 64 Studio Apartments in University City with rent ranges from $2,129 to $3,355 with an average price of $2,418.
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 $2,050 to $5,958 with an average monthly rent of $2,976.
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 $12,090. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,856.
How expensive are University City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 27 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,950 to $7,500 - averaging $4,893 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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