Apartments in the University City area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $3,406 | $2,215 | $8,464 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $2,231 | $9,037 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,550 | $2,430 | $10,000+ |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,757 | $3,510 | $8,710 |
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
See all Apartments in San DiegoTake advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top University City, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Leasing Special: Move-in by 5/31/25 and receive one month free rent! *On select apartment homes. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. For a limited time only.Expires 06-01-2025
Look and Lease Special! Tour our community and sign your lease on the same day and receive $1500 off.* *On select apartment homes. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. Valid until 5/31/25 only.Expires 06-01-2025
Look & Lease: Get up to $500 OFF Move-In on select units! *Restrictions ApplyExpires 06-01-2025
Now Leasing for Summer & Fall 2025! Contact us to learn what available apartment homes align with your moving timeline.Expires 06-01-2025
Free Rent at Move-inExpires 06-01-2025
* Start your lease by 5/31 for half a month free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-01-2025
Up to $1,000 off! See leasing for details.Expires 06-01-2025
Rent Specials! We're Now Leasing to Students and Offer Shared Housing for UC San Diego!Expires 06-01-2025
Receive up to 8 weeks free on the Penthouse *Restrictions apply. Please contact the leasing office for details.Expires 06-01-2025
Up to $1500 Off at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-02-2025
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.
Leasing Special: Move-in by 5/31/25 and receive one month free rent! *On select apartment homes. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. For a limited time only.Expires 06-01-2025
Look and Lease Special! Tour our community and sign your lease on the same day and receive $1500 off.* *On select apartment homes. With an approved application. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Restrictions and limitations apply. Valid until 5/31/25 only.Expires 06-01-2025
Look & Lease: Get up to $500 OFF Move-In on select units! *Restrictions ApplyExpires 06-01-2025
Now Leasing for Summer & Fall 2025! Contact us to learn what available apartment homes align with your moving timeline.Expires 06-01-2025
Free Rent at Move-inExpires 06-01-2025
* Start your lease by 5/31 for half a month free! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-01-2025
Up to $1,000 off! See leasing for details.Expires 06-01-2025
Rent Specials! We're Now Leasing to Students and Offer Shared Housing for UC San Diego!Expires 06-01-2025
Receive up to 8 weeks free on the Penthouse *Restrictions apply. Please contact the leasing office for details.Expires 06-01-2025
Up to $1500 Off at Move-In!* *All prices and specials are subject to availability and may be changed without notice. Select homes only. OAC.Expires 06-02-2025
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in University City is at Allina La Jolla listed at $2,231.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in University City is $5,189.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 2,805 square feet unit starting from $3,190 at LUX by Garden.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in University City is currently at 660 sq ft.
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