Average rent in San Diego, California
- Studio
- $2,595+Prices trending down
- 1 Bed
- $3,056+Prices trending down
- 2 Beds
- $3,857+Prices trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $4,760+Prices trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
Top neighborhoods in San Diego, CA
College East
What's it like to live in College East?
Navy families and SDSU grad students share 1960s courtyard units. Naval Medical Center proximity ensures military discounts but 5AM reveille echoes through thin walls.
Great for
- College Students
- Grad Students
- Academics
- Young Renters
- Remote Workers
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
Mid City
What's it like to live in Mid City?
Authentic diversity thrives in Mid-City San Diego, where global communities have created one of the city's most vibrant culinary scenes along El Cajon Boulevard. The neighborhood offers significantly better rental value than coastal or downtown options while maintaining straightforward access to both through excellent public transportation. As San Diego's original streetcar suburb, Mid-City features distinctive architecture spanning multiple eras, creating character increasingly rare across the city's newer developments dominated by contemporary styling with limited architectural diversity.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
La Jolla
What's it like to live in La Jolla?
Beyond the picture-perfect postcards, La Jolla's rental market offers surprising diversity from vintage cottages to luxury high-rises. The Village provides European-style walkability rare in Southern California, where errands become pleasant strolls rather than traffic-clogged drives. Many apartments include outdoor space with ocean views or glimpses between buildings, while sea breezes create natural air conditioning during warmer months. The microclimate stays noticeably cooler than inland neighborhoods, though early summer "May Gray" and "June Gloom" marine layers sometimes persist all day. Parking challenges increase dramatically during summer tourism season, making rentals with dedicated spots worth the premium. When seeking outdoor recreation, the protected cove offers swimming, paddleboarding, and snorkeling literally steps from many residential buildings.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
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