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Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA – Page 45

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$1,825

1 bed1 bath470 sqftApartment

4054 Highland Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92105

$2,195

2 beds1.5 baths900 sqftApartment

602-608 Chamberlin / 580-588 Emerald, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$1,950

1 bed1 bathApartment

230 W Cedar St., San Diego, CA, 92101

$3,895

2 beds1 bath850 sqftApartment

2174 Montgomery Ave #A, Cardiff, CA, 92007

$2,495

Studio1 bath300 sqftApartment

2166 Montgomery Ave #E, Cardiff, CA, 92007

$1,995

1 bed1 bathApartment

4563 38th St, San Diego, CA, 92116

$2,295

2 beds1 bathApartment

4110-4124.5 32nd Street, San Diego, CA, 92104

$1,795

1 bed1 bath480 sqftApartment

1252 Palm Avenue Management Office, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

$2,195

2 beds1 bathApartment

1721 - 1725 W. 9th Ave., Escondido, CA, 92029

$1,995

1 bed1 bath650 sqftApartment

31-131 N. Highland Avenue, National City, CA, 91950

$1,700

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

437 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA, 92019

$2,699

2 beds1 bath760 sqftApartment

2449 Soto Street, San Diego, CA, 92107

$1,995

2 beds1 bath875 sqftApartment

303 East Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$2,100

2 beds1 bath850 sqftApartment

8961 N Magnolia Ave, Santee, CA, 92071

$2,400

2 beds1 bathApartment

4334 49th Street, San Diego, CA, 92115

$1,395

Studio1 bath250 sqftApartment

1250 El Cajon Blvd, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$2,550

2 beds2 baths920 sqftApartment

5333 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA, 91942

$1,805

Studio1 bath324 sqftApartment

2435 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA, 92102

$2,095

2 beds1 bath594 sqftApartment

1441 13th St, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

$2,150

1 bed1 bath690 sqftApartment

8633 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA, 91942

$2,195

Studio1 bathApartment

1520 Tyler Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103

$2,700

2 beds2 baths925 sqftApartment

2835 Alta View Drive, San Diego, CA, 92139

$1,745

Studio1 bath250 sqftApartment

1550-1568 S. Juniper St, Escondido, CA, 92025

$1,875

2 beds1 bathApartment

1040 E Washington Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92020

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Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA

Browse apartments for rent in San Diego, CA. Compare units by bedroom count, price, and amenities - updated daily on Rentler.

What to Know Before Renting an Apartment in San Diego, CA

Apartment communities across San Diego range from mid-century garden courts to new mid-rise buildings. When comparing apartments in San Diego, weigh monthly rent against parking, storage, and in-unit laundry — those three amenities drive day-to-day satisfaction more than square footage alone. Many complexes offer online applications and virtual tours; still verify noise levels and commute routes before you sign.

San Diego Neighborhoods for Apartment Renters

Downtown San Diego/East Village

Downtown and East Village offer new apartments, renovated lofts, and condos, with mostly studios and 1-bedrooms, as well as a few 2-bedroom options. Pricewise, rents usually fall above San Diego’s average ($3,232/mo), especially in luxury buildings with pet-friendly amenities. For short trips throughout the city, renters often take the 12th & Imperial Transit Center’s Blue, Green, and Orange Trolley lines. Overall, Downtown San Diego and the East Village are best for solo renters, couples, and professionals looking for walkability, high-end rentals, and urban access.

Pacific Beach

Offering coastal living and shoreline access, Pacific Beach has apartments, condos, and townhomes. Most rentals are either studios or 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom layouts, with moderate luxury units available closer to the coastline. On average, rents run above San Diego’s average price point of $3,232/mo. With beach access, walking paths, and open space, many rentals in Pacific Beach are pet-friendly. The area has a strong transit network, grounded in MTS Routes 8 and 30, leading to Old Town and University Town Center. Pacific Beach is a great place for couples, young professionals, UC San Diego students, and retirees who want to live by the ocean.

North Park/University Heights

With older apartments, duplexes, and homes, North Park and University Heights offer a mix of studios, 1-bedrooms, and 2-bedrooms. Most properties have mid-range or above average prices for the San Diego market, with renovated properties adding some premium inventory to the mix. Locals can walk to small businesses, cafes, and restaurants. Additionally, MTS Route 7 connects the University Avenue corridor to Downtown San Diego. Larger apartments tend to be the most pet-friendly, especially those on walkable streets. All things considered, North Park and University Heights are best for solo renters, couples, and local professionals who want to live near dining, nightlife, and transit.

Mission Valley

Mission Valley has a steady supply of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments, condos, and townhomes. The area has great highway access, with direct links to I-8, I-805, and SR-163. Locals can also take the Green Line to Mission Valley Center, Hazard Center, and Fashion Valley. In terms of pricing, Mission Valley rentals range from mid-level to above average. However, new-construction developments add luxury units with pet-friendly amenities to the market. Overall, Mission Valley is a great option for small families, commuters, and couples.

La Jolla

As one of the most upscale rental markets in San Diego, La Jolla offers luxury apartments, condos, townhomes, and single-family homes. Most units are new builds or renovated 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, and 3-bedrooms. Rents are on the high end, hovering well above San Diego’s average of $3,232/mo. Renters with dogs usually prefer upscale communities and homes near coastal trails and pet-friendly amenities. Locals often take I-5 and SR-52 when driving, but MTS Route 30 also connects La Jolla with University Town Center, Pacific Beach, and Old Town. Because of its high price points and premium amenities, La Jolla works best for high-income professionals, couples, and families seeking coastal living.