5BD 3BA House located in Rancho Penasquitos
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, Fireplace + more
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- 12550 Senda Panacea, San Diego, CA 92129(858) 748-2103$4,895
- 5165 Alumni Place, San Diego, CA 92115(619) 988-8253$7,900
5165 Alumni Place
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, and Air conditioning
- 5229 East Falls View Drive, San Diego, CA 92115(619) 988-8253$5,700
5229 East Falls View Dr
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Ice maker, and Refrigerator
- 5288 Manhasset Drive, San Diego, CA 92115(619) 988-8253$7,900
5288 Manhasset Drive
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
- 4955 Baja Court, San Diego, CA 92115(619) 988-8253$8,300
4955 Baja Court
- 1 unit available
- 6 bed
- Amenities
Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning, and Some paid utils
- 5350 West Falls View Drive, San Diego, CA 92115(619) 988-8253$6,450
5350 West Falls View Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, and Air conditioning
- 132 South 33rd Street, San Diego, CA 92113(858) 695-0123$1,995
*** MOVE IN SPECIAL $500 OFF FIRST MONTH'S Rent *** Remodeled 2 Bedroom Condo
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Recently renovated, and Refrigerator
- 11310 Cloudcrest Drive, San Diego, CA 92127(858) 207-4595$4,350
Spacious 4B/3BA Rancho Bernardo Home with Private Yard, A/C, Modern Upgrades, and Resort-Style Community Amenities
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more
- 3650 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103(619) 930-9101$3,850
3650 5th Ave unit: 510
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Stainless steel, Gym + more
- 11411 Box Elder Place, San Diego, CA 92127(619) 435-1565$4,400
11411 Box Elder
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 235 West Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101(949) 297-2020$3,700
235 Market St unit: 206
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets + more
- 4275 Asher Street, San Diego, CA 92110(858) 336-9836$3,500
4275 Asher St unit: 54
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Carport, Recently renovated + more
- 11233 Tierrasanta Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92124(619) 432-7355$2,495
11233 Tierrasanta Blvd unit: 13
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, Air conditioning, and Tennis court
- 3854 Creststone Place, San Diego, CA 92130(858) 812-9191$5,200
3854 Crestone Place
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Pool, Tennis court + more
- 3609 Bernwood Place, San Diego, CA 92130(858) 481-4890$2,695
3609 Bernwood unit: 81
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Gym, Pool + more
- 13721 Pine Needles Drive, San Diego, CA 92014(858) 345-4514$12,000
13721 Pine Needles
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Bbq/grill, Microwave, Furnished + more
Average rent in San Diego, California
- Studio
- $2,594Trending up
- 1 Bed
- $3,126Trending up
- 2 Beds
- $3,903Trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $4,819Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Explore Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA
Whether you’re looking for your first place near the local University of California campus or diving into the bustle of La Jolla, there are plenty of apartments for rent in San Diego, CA.
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Rest assured, you’ll find a new home that ticks all your boxes in less time than it takes to finish the Seven Bridge Walk.
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Can You Live Cheaply in San Diego?
Even though the apartment rental market in San Diego is competitive, the city has pockets of affordable apartments. Areas like Hillcrest and Fox Canyon are budget-friendly, offering access to popular San Diego attractions like parks, museums, and restaurants. These features rival the more expensive suburbs like Little Italy and Scripps Ranch.
Across the city, the median rental rate for a San Diego, California apartment is:
- 1BR: $1,975/month - 2BR: 2,475/month
Remember, no matter where you choose to rent an apartment in San Diego, you can rely on affordable, accessible public transport. This makes the entire city — from the San Diego Zoo to Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá — your playground.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Everyone from a first-time renter to a 10-time A-Lister needs to know how to determine rental affordability. With this understanding, you’ll avoid stretching the budget and increase the likelihood of approval.
Property managers in San Diego recommend that rent not exceed 40% of the household income. So, landlords renting a 2BR/1BA apartment in Casa de Oro for $2,995 would expect tenants to earn upwards of $7,487.50/month.
San Diego rental costs are down 3.1% year-over-year. Still, outside factors such as job growth, low housing inventory, and the city’s desirability indicate the trend is unlikely to continue.
There are two reasons for higher rents in San Diego. First, a limited supply of deed-restricted affordable rental units forces tenants to pay market rates for housing. Second, many San Diego suburbs like La Jolla and Mission Bar are within walking distance of the beach. This proximity makes them highly desirable areas, increasing the competition.