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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $2,823 | $2,219 | $3,800 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,037 | $2,195 | $5,075 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $2,430 | $9,175 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,767 | $3,954 | $5,140 |
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Up to 4 Weeks Free on Base Rent on Select Units!**Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $3500 OFF - selected apartment homes (new move ins only- see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $4,000 off - selected apartment homes (new move ins only- see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.Expires 06-24-2026
Now Offering $1,500 Look-And-Lease Special on Select Apartments!* *Must apply within 48 hours of touring.Expires 06-24-2026
1 Month FREE Base Rent on Vacant Units!* *Min Term Req’d. Move in within 2 weeks. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Sel. Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-24-2026
$1,500 off! See leasing for details.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $2,000 Off at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to 1.5 Months Free at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to 1st Month Free at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
* Save up to $50/mo on select apartments! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-24-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in University City, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Up to 4 Weeks Free on Base Rent on Select Units!**Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $3500 OFF - selected apartment homes (new move ins only- see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $4,000 off - selected apartment homes (new move ins only- see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.Expires 06-24-2026
Now Offering $1,500 Look-And-Lease Special on Select Apartments!* *Must apply within 48 hours of touring.Expires 06-24-2026
1 Month FREE Base Rent on Vacant Units!* *Min Term Req’d. Move in within 2 weeks. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Sel. Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-24-2026
$1,500 off! See leasing for details.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to $2,000 Off at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to 1.5 Months Free at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
Get Up to $1,500 Off Your Move In! Applies to select units. Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 06-24-2026
Up to 1st Month Free at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-24-2026
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