Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (664 Rentals)

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The Warwick
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$2,000 - $2,595

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 7

The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Tenney
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$2,732 - $5,677

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Tenney

2260 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92104
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property at 3950 Cleveland Ave
$2,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Sep 18
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3950 Cleveland Ave, Unit 104

3950 Cleveland Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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property at 4659 Texas St
$3,000

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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4659 Texas St, Unit Mission Villas #7

4659 Texas St
San DiegoCA92116

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property at 1259 Lincoln Ave
$2,595 - $3,500
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 1
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1259 Lincoln Ave

San DiegoCA92103
property at 4259-61 Maryland St
$2,500 - $5,500
1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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4259-61 Maryland St

San DiegoCA92103

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1441 Madison Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1441 Madison Ave

1441 Madison AveSan Diego, CA 92116

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University Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including University Heights, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Heights

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Heights area of San Diego, CA?

As of today, September 14, 2026, there are currently 664 available University Heights apartments priced from $1,598 to $7,170, with an average monthly rent of $2,977.

How much are Studio apartments in University Heights?

There are currently 331 Studio Apartments in University Heights with rent ranges from $1,598 to $3,023 with an average price of $2,562.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Heights Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Heights ranges from $1,651 to $7,170 with an average monthly rent of $2,741.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Heights range from $2,650 to $5,741. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,847.

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