Studio Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (40 Rentals)

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Las Palmas
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Las Palmas

4070-4260 Porte de PalmasSan Diego, CA 92122
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Pines of La Jolla
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Pines of La Jolla

8308-8338 Regents RdSan Diego, CA 92122
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The Venetian
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The Venetian

3945 Nobel DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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Casabella
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Casabella

5304-5488 Renaissance AveSan Diego, CA 92122
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Regency Villas
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Regency Villas

6330-6350 Genesee AveSan Diego, CA 92122
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Genesee Highlands
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Genesee Highlands

4120-4136 Camino TicinoSan Diego, CA 92122
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Park Place
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Park Place

3969 Mahaila AveSan Diego, CA 92122
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Wateridge
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Wateridge

10110-10386 Wateridge CirSan Diego, CA 92121
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Villa Europa
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Villa Europa

3956-4018 Nobel DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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La Paz
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La Paz

4010-4080 Porte La PazSan Diego, CA 92122
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6220 Agee St
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6220 Agee St

6220 Agee StSan Diego, CA 92122
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Dieguenos
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Dieguenos

7904-7994 Caminito DiaSan Diego, CA 92122

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Madrid
Studio Apartments

Madrid

4001-4095 Porte de PalmasSan Diego, CA 92122
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Villa La Jolla
Studio Apartments

Villa La Jolla

8540 Via MallorcaLa Jolla, CA 92037
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Cambridge
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Cambridge

3101-3195 Morning WayLa Jolla, CA 92037
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The Woodlands
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The Woodlands

3326-3448 Via AlicanteLa Jolla, CA 92037
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La Jolla Terrace
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La Jolla Terrace

3103-3199 Evening WayLa Jolla, CA 92037
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Woodlands North
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Woodlands North

8720-8750 Villa La Jolla DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
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Villas Mallorca
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Villas Mallorca

8606-8696 Villa La Jolla DrLa Jolla, CA 92037
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La Jolla Boardwalk
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La Jolla Boardwalk

8830-8880 Villa La Jolla DrLa Jolla, CA 92037

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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available University City Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the University City area of San Diego, CA is found at Costa Verde Village Apartments and is listed at 620 square feet priced from $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Costa Verde Village ApartmentsSoledad620 Sq Ft$2,800
Veranda La JollaStudio C515 Sq Ft$2,192
The Villas of RenaissancePlan 1493 Sq Ft$2,395
Canyon ParkStudio480 Sq Ft$2,222

Cheapest Available University City Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit University City of San Diego, CA is the Studio C Model starting from $2,192 at Veranda La Jolla. The average price for all Studio apartments in University City is currently $2,421. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Veranda La JollaStudio C$2,192
Canyon ParkStudio$2,222
The Villas of RenaissancePlan 1$2,395
Costa Verde Village ApartmentsSoledad$2,800

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, San Diego, CA

Ranked #25

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Diego, California. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in University City is at Veranda La Jolla listed at $2,192.

How much is the average rent for a Studio University City Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in University City is $2,421.

What is the largest available Studio University City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 620 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at Costa Verde Village Apartments.

What is the average size for University City Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in University City is currently 500 sq ft.

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