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Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA – Page 5

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$3,550

2 beds1.5 bathsApartment

4525 Campus Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92116

$2,295

1 bed1 bathApartment

13850 Mango Drive, Del Mar, CA, 92014

$2,095

2 beds1 bath875 sqftApartment

758 S. Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$2,100

1 bed1 bath716 sqftApartment

3276 Ashford St. Unit C, San Diego, CA, 92111

$11,850

7 beds4 baths2,500 sqftApartment

5610 Dorothy Dr. & 5608 Dorothy Dr., San Diego, CA, 92115

$2,595

1 bed1 bath650 sqftApartment

3152 Kemper Street, San Diego, CA, 92110

$2,500

1 bed1 bath600 sqftApartment

811 Loring Street, San Diego, CA, 92109

$2,250

2 beds2 bathsApartment

1850 Pepper Valley Lane, El Cajon, CA, 92021

$1,725

1 bed1 bathApartment

4323 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA, 91941

$2,425

1 bed1 bath520 sqftApartment

4250 Jewell Street, LP, San Diego, CA, 92109

$2,000

2 beds1 bathApartment

4373-4375 Rosebud Lane, La Mesa, CA, 91941

$2,250

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

584 12 TH STREET, Imperial Beach, CA, 91932

$2,495

1 bed1 bath572 sqftApartment

1503-1521 30th St. and 3006-3020 Beech St., San Diego, CA, 92102

$2,495

1 bed1 bath572 sqftApartment

1503-1521 30th St. and 3006-3020 Beech St., San Diego, CA, 92102

$2,175

1 bed1 bathApartment

4676 Noyes St., San Diego, CA, 92109

$2,250

2 beds1 bath629 sqftApartment

3933 National Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92113

$2,000

2 beds1 bath800 sqftApartment

4136 Manzanita Drive Unit C, San Diego, CA, 92105

$2,595

1 bed1 bath613 sqftApartment

4260 Third Ave., San Diego, CA, 92103

$7,495

3 beds3 bathsApartment

702-2 – 722-2 TURQUOISE ST., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92109

$2,150

1 bed1 bath600 sqftApartment

4553 Texas Street, San Diego, CA, 92116

$2,295

2 beds1 bath900 sqftApartment

478 Van Houten, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$2,295

2 beds1 bath900 sqftApartment

478 Van Houten, El Cajon, CA, 92020

$2,500

Studio1 bathApartment

951 North Vulcan Avenue, Encinitas, CA, 92024

$3,195

2 beds1 bath918 sqftApartment

4615-4623 Georgia St, San Diego, CA, 92116

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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 ($3,219/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 $3,219/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 $3,219/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.