1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (258 Rentals)

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4424 Mississippi St
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4424 Mississippi St

4424 Mississippi StSan Diego, CA 92116
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Sapphire Apartments
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Sapphire Apartments

1440 Lincoln AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4533 North Ave
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4533 North Ave

4533 North AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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1021 Hayes Ave
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1021 Hayes Ave

1021 Hayes AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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402 Arbor Dr
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402 Arbor Dr

402 Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103
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4130 Louisiana St
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4130 Louisiana St

4130 Louisiana StSan Diego, CA 92104
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The AIDN
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The AIDN

2411 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92104

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4049 Park Blvd
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4049 Park Blvd

4049 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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4028 Texas St
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4028 Texas St

4028 Texas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4044 Texas St
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4044 Texas St

4044 Texas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4128 Alabama St
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4128 Alabama St

4128 Alabama StSan Diego, CA 92104
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1702 Lincoln Ave
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1702 Lincoln Ave

1702 Lincoln AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4032 Alabama St
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4032 Alabama St

4032 Alabama StSan Diego, CA 92104

University Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Largest Available University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University Heights area of San Diego, CA is found at Winslow and is listed at 972 square feet priced from $4,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
WinslowA5972 Sq Ft$4,100
Vida North Park ApartmentsA4754 Sq Ft$3,194
The TownsendA2750 Sq Ft$3,100
Metro Mission ValleyA2726 Sq Ft$2,771
The NashC5691 Sq Ft$2,995
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)640 Sq Ft$2,497
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath620 Sq Ft$2,248
402 Arbor Dr1/1 4th Ave600 Sq Ft$2,350
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4225 Building - 1 Bed / 1 Bath560 Sq Ft$2,195

Cheapest Available University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University Heights of San Diego, CA is the 4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model starting from $2,095 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University Heights is currently $3,023. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath$2,095
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom - Remodeled$2,098
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,248
Georgia Modern1BR/1.0BA$2,295
402 Arbor Dr1/1 4th Ave$2,350
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)$2,497
Fora1BR/1.0BA$2,550
Metro Mission ValleyA1$2,743
The NashC5$3,050

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, San Diego, CA

Ranked #29

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including University Heights, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the University Heights Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in University Heights with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University Heights is at Sleepy Hollow Apartments listed at $2,095.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is $3,023.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in University Heights is a 972 square feet unit starting from $4,100 at Winslow.

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