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Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,235 (8 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-San Diego - Sorrento Mesa
9880 Pacific Heights BlvdSan Diego, CA 92121
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$2,600 - $2,625Studio Apartments Available Now
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments
9085 Judicial DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,660 - $3,725Studio Apartments Available Oct 29
The Villas of Renaissance
5280 Fiore TerSan Diego, CA 92122
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$2,800Studio Apartments Available Now
Costa Verde Village
8720 Costa Verde BlvdSan Diego, CA 92122
3927 Nobel Dr
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University City, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
University City Studio Apartments | $2,593 | $2,235 | $3,725 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,223 | $2,150 | $6,935 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $2,430 | $10,000+ |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,172 | $3,950 | $8,735 |
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Ranked #27
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
52 / 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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $2,621.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is Canyon Park which is listed at $2,235, while the average apartment in University City costs $4,604.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 42 regular apartments in University City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University City?
Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $591 which is $4,013 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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