3054 Rue Dorleans
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym + more
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- 3054 Rue D’Orleans, San Diego, CA 92110(858) 757-8486$5,800
- 3704 Texas Street, San Diego, CA 92104(530) 635-1137$5,300
3704 Texas St
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more
- 13937 Kerry Lane, San Diego, CA 92129(858) 967-2122$5,600
13937 Kerry Lane
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 1685 Donax Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154(619) 278-9727$3,500
1685 Donax Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Dishwasher, All utils included, Garage, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel
- 554 Los Angeles Place, San Diego, CA 92114(619) 712-2346$1,900
Super cute 1 bedroom available in San Diego, all utilities included!
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, All utils included, Microwave, Internet access, and Furnished
- 2401 C Street, San Diego, CA 92102(619) 359-2865$1,795
2401 C Street
- 1 unit available
- Studio
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
- 6840 Simi Place, San Diego, CA 92139(619) 900-6875$3,600
6840 Simi Place
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, Extra storage, Range + more
- 5430 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92110(619) 775-1016$2,750
5430 Linda Vista Road
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool + more
- 3842 Basilone Street, San Diego, CA 92110(619) 373-9531$3,400
3842 Basilone Street - 1
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, and Pool
- 6911 Quemoy Court, San Diego, CA 92111(619) 391-2487$4,895
6911 Quemoy Court
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 3760 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103(858) 454-4200$1,825
Rare 1 Bedroom in a Fantastic Location with Timeless Vintage Charm!
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, and Coffee bar
- 4424 Illinois Street, San Diego, CA 92116(619) 832-6743$2,595
4424 Illinois Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Parking, Coffee bar, Community garden, and Bbq/grill
- 3102 G Street, San Diego, CA 92102(619) 309-6639$1,499
3102 G Street - 3102#4
- 1 unit available
- Studio
- Amenities
Recently renovated
- 5742 Lone Star Drive, San Diego, CA 92120(281) 763-7774$7,659
5742 Lone Star Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 3675 7th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103(619) 850-5432$4,100
3675 7th Avenue unit: C
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage + more
- 5971 La Jolla Mesa Drive, San Diego, CA 92037(619) 535-8511$18,500
5971 La Jolla Mesa Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony and Pool
Average rent in San Diego, California
- Studio
- $2,609Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $3,133Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $3,921Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $4,805Trending down
* 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.