Cheap Condos for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $950 (19 Rentals)

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property at 4454 Eastgate Mall
$950

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$950

Total Monthly Price$950
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

4454 Eastgate Mall, Unit 8

4454 Eastgate Mall
San DiegoCA92121
  • Smoke Free
property at 3969 Nobel Dr
$1,996 - $2,895

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,996 - $2,895

Total Monthly Price$1,996 - $2,895
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

3969 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free
property at 3965 Nobel Dr
$2,095

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,095

Total Monthly Price$2,095
1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

3965 Nobel Dr

San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free
property at 5217 Arlene St
$2,395
Studio Rentals
Available Now
Furnished

5217 Arlene St

San DiegoCA92117
  • Smoke Free
property at 6180 Agee St
$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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6180 Agee St, Unit 161

6180 Agee St
San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free

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property at 8644 Via Mallorca
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 15
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8644 Via Mallorca, Unit D

8644 Via Mallorca
San DiegoCA92037
  • Smoke Free
property at 3520 Lebon Dr
$2,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5221

3520 Lebon Dr
San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free

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property at 3927 Nobel Dr
$2,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

3927 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free
property at 8521 Villa La Jolla Dr
$2,650

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Base Rent$2,650

Total Monthly Price$2,650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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8521 Villa La Jolla Dr, Unit VIlla La Jolla

8521 Villa La Jolla Dr
La JollaCA92037
property at 3935 Nobel Dr
$2,675

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Base Rent$2,675

Total Monthly Price$2,675
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117

3935 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
  • Smoke Free
property at 7565 Charmant Dr
$2,590 - $2,675
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

7565 Charmant Dr

San DiegoCA92122
property at 7405 Charmant Dr
$2,695 - $3,300
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
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7405 Charmant Dr

San DiegoCA92122

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property at 4025 Porte La Paz
$2,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals
Available Sep 10
Affordability

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4025 Porte La Paz
San DiegoCA92122

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 95 Apartments for Rent in University City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $9,175. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $950 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $950 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,070.

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