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San Diego Apartments
Last updated March 18 2024 at 8:34 AM

San Diego, CA
932 Apartments for Rent

San Diego Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 1,423,851
Population Density: 4,369.3 people/sq mile
Median Age: 36
Percentage of Family Households: 58%
Median Annual Income: $93,042 / year
Median Rent: $1,962 / month

What locals are saying

Whhhoooooooooossshhhh…. Hear that? It’s the cool, mountain breeze rushing toward the sea, ruffling the truffula—er, palm—trees here in sunny San Diego.

OK, wake up

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San Diego Demographics


How diverse is San Diego?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Diego is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Diego are White (41.9%), Hispanic Or Latino (29%), Asian (16.9%), Black Or African American (5.5%), Two Or More (5.3%), Other (0.8%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Diego residents?

The median age in San Diego is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is San Diego?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Diego is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Diego are White (41.9%), Hispanic Or Latino (29%), Asian (16.9%), Black Or African American (5.5%), Two Or More (5.3%), Other (0.8%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Diego residents?

The median age in San Diego is 36 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

San Diego Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in San Diego is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Above Average
The level of violent crime in San Diego is above average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in San Diego is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in San Diego


Elementary Schools

10 /10
Bird Rock Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
450 Students
5 Reviews
450
Students
5 Reviews
10 /10
Hearst Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
513 Students
10 Reviews
513
Students
10 Reviews
10 /10
Ocean Beach Elementary School
Public
K-4
Public
K-4
409 Students
21 Reviews
409
Students
21 Reviews

Middle Schools

10 /10
Carmel Valley Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
1,135 Students
17 Reviews
1,135
Students
17 Reviews
10 /10
Pacific Trails Middle
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
723 Students
3 Reviews
723
Students
3 Reviews
9 /10
Mesa Verde Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,339 Students
23 Reviews
1,339
Students
23 Reviews

High Schools

10 /10
Scripps Ranch High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,179 Students
35 Reviews
2,179
Students
35 Reviews
10 /10
Westview High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,384 Students
22 Reviews
2,384
Students
22 Reviews
10 /10
Canyon Crest Academy
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,572 Students
28 Reviews
2,572
Students
28 Reviews

What Renters Say about San Diego


Apartment List has released the results for San Diego from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"San Diego renters expressed general satisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "With expensive rents in coastal cities, it comes as no surprise that cost of living is a source of dissatisfaction in San Diego."
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Weather
81%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
65%
Pet Friendliness
64%
Social Life
57%
Safety and Crime Rate
56%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
47%
Commute Time
44%
Public Transit
43%
Quality of Schools
33%
Dating
17%
State and Local Taxes
7%
Affordability
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Average rent in San Diego, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Diego is $3,117, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,944. Rent rates updated 4 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in San Diego, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in San Diego, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 932 available rental units listed on Apartment List in San Diego. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in San Diego is $2,561 for a studio, $3,117 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,944 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of San Diego apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next San Diego, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in San Diego?

In San Diego, the average rent is $2,561 for a studio, $3,117 for a 1-bedroom, $3,944 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,802 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Diego, check out our monthly San Diego Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in San Diego?

You can filter cheap apartments in San Diego by price: under $1,100, under $1,200, under $1,400, under $1,500.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in San Diego?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find San Diego apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in San Diego?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in San Diego.

How can I find off-campus housing in San Diego?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around San Diego. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include San Diego City College, Vanguard University of Southern California, University of California-San Diego, Orange Coast College, and Chapman University.