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property at 3760 Florida St

3760 Florida St

San DiegoCA92104
property at 3760 Florida St

3760 Florida St

San DiegoCA92104

Uptown District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown District area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $995. Hillcrest Inn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Uptown District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$995
Hillcrest InnStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The Marquis at HillcrestThe UniversityStudio,1BA$1,600
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,645
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building StudioStudio,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown District area is the $2.16 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Uptown District apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Structure starting at $3,595 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$2.16
Structure0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.20
River Front Condominium RentalsRoyal2BR,2BA$3.22
Park DiplomatTwo Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$3.28
A Walkers Paradise and Serene Canyon Views2X1.5 Dove St TH View/Carport2BR,1.5BA$2.91
1st & Penn Apts - 1penn2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.21
4554 Campus Ave, Unit 74554 Campus Ave2BR,1BA$3.12
3434 Reynard Way, Unit Josie3434 Reynard Way1BR,1BA$3.08
55+ Senior Living- Georgia Regency Apartments1031BR,1BA$2.92
Canyon Breeze1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown District, San Diego, CA

Ranked #11

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown District

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown District?

There are currently 1113 Apartments for Rent in Uptown District, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $30,000. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown District ranging from $1,700 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown District ranges from $1,700 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,791.

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