Average rent in San Diego, California
- Studio
- $2,668+Prices trending up
- 1 Bed
- $3,096+Prices trending up
- 2 Beds
- $3,867+Prices trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $4,813+Prices trending up
* 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
View 140 listingsNeighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
Northeastern San Diego
What's it like to live in Northeastern San Diego?
Tech employees gravitate to Northeastern San Diego for its perfect positioning between multiple corporate campuses and outdoor recreation in Mission Trails Regional Park. Newer apartment communities typically include business centers, high-speed internet, and flexible spaces supporting remote work. The area's diverse dining reflects San Diego's international population, with authentic options beyond tourist-oriented fare. Though lacking the nightlife of downtown districts, many residents appreciate the quieter evenings after intense workdays.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
View 92 listingsNeighborhood 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
View 75 listingsNeighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
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