Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is Pacific Beach a city?

  Is Pacific Beach a city?

  Pacific Beach is a [neighborhood in San Diego](https://www.apartmentlist.com/renter-life/best-neighborhoods-san-diego), CA. The district is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and La Jolla to the north. To the east, it stretches to Interstate 5 and Clairemont, while to the south, it reaches Mission Beach and Mission Bay.

• How expensive is it to live in apartments in Pacific Beach?

  How expensive is it to live in apartments in Pacific Beach?

  Places to rent in Pacific Beach are typically cheaper than downtown. There’s a good mix of studios, two-bedroom apartments, and beach condos to suit different budgets. But beach apartments often come at a premium. --- The [median rent](https://www.apartmentlist.com/ca/san-diego#rent-report) for a downtown [San Diego apartment](https://www.apartmentlist.com/renter-life/find-san-diego-apartments) is $2,308/month. Depending on the floor plan, you can expect to pay: --- - __1BR__: $1,967/month - __2BR__: $2,465/month --- These prices are similar to Pacific Beach rentals.

• Is Pacific Beach crowded?

  Is Pacific Beach crowded?

  Pacific Beach is one of the most popular areas in San Diego, CA. It attracts large numbers of tourists, especially on summer weekends and holidays. And its easy access to [nearby cities](https://www.apartmentlist.com/renter-life/cities-near-san-diego) makes it a great hub for renting or vacationing.