1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (281 Rentals)

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Park Place
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Park Place

4617 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92116

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4015 Richmond St
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4015 Richmond St

4015 Richmond StSan Diego, CA 92103
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3973 8th Ave
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3973 8th Ave

3973 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Alabama Manor
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Alabama Manor

4543 Alabama StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4067-71 Normal St
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4067-71 Normal St

4067-71 Normal StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4009 Georgia St
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4009 Georgia St

4009 Georgia StSan Diego, CA 92103

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4033 Texas St
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4033 Texas St

4033 Texas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4135 Texas St
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4135 Texas St

4135 Texas StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4109 3rd Ave
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4109 3rd Ave

4109 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Stuart Manor
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Stuart Manor

4070 Mississippi StSan Diego, CA 92104
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4094 Georgia St
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4094 Georgia St

4094 Georgia StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4045-4047 8th Ave
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4045-4047 8th Ave

4045-4047 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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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 Vida North Park Apartments and is listed at 882 square feet priced from $3,254. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vida North Park ApartmentsA9882 Sq Ft$3,254
Tenney1-D1768 Sq Ft$3,300
The TownsendA1728 Sq Ft$3,085
Metro Mission ValleyA2726 Sq Ft$2,750
WinslowA2705 Sq Ft$2,970
The NashC5691 Sq Ft$2,995
4057 Alabama St680 Sq Ft$2,575
Fora1BR/1.0BA677 Sq Ft$2,764
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom500 Sq Ft$1,998

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 $1,995 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University Heights is currently $2,881. 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$1,995
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom$1,998
Villa Marquette1BR/1.0BA$2,145
Arbor Crest on FourthOne Bedroom, One Bath$2,248
The WarwickMarston$2,355
The NashC2$2,400
Georgia Modern1BR/1.0BA$2,500
4057 Alabama St1 bedroom Downstairs$2,550
Tenney1-F$2,675
Metro Mission ValleyA2$2,750

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, San Diego, CA

Ranked #36

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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 $1,995.

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 $2,881.

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 882 square feet unit starting from $3,254 at Vida North Park Apartments.

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