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Popular San Diego Apartments
Archstone Mission Valley
San Diego, California, 92108
2 Bedrooms$1,965 - $2,350
3 Bedrooms$2,735
1 Bedroom$1,470 - $1,895
Avalon at Mission Bay
San Diego, California, 92109
2 Bedrooms$1,595 - $2,025
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Archstone Harborview
San Diego, California, 92101
Studio/1 Bedroom$1,155 - $1,805
2 Bedrooms$1,798 - $2,029
La Terraza
San Diego, California, 92127
1 BedroomFrom $1,295
2 BedroomsFrom $1,570
3 BedroomsFrom $1,745
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San Diego apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in San Diego using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that San Diego has to offer during your rental apartment search.
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San Diego Apartment Rental Market
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Household Income
Household Income City State City Compared to State Less than $10,000 8.3% 8.4% -0.1% $10,000 to $14,999 5.7% 5.6% +0.1% $15,000 to $19,999 5.9% 5.6% +0.3% $20,000 to $24,999 6.2% 5.8% +0.4% $25,000 to $29,999 6.2% 5.7% +0.5% $30,000 to $34,999 5.9% 5.7% +0.2% $35,000 to $39,999 5.7% 5.4% +0.3% $40,000 to $44,999 5.3% 5.2% +0.1% $45,000 to $49,999 4.6% 4.6% +0.0% $50,000 to $59,999 8.6% 8.6% +0.0% $60,000 to $74,999 10.7% 10.6% +0.1% $75,000 to $99,999 11.2% 11.5% -0.3% $100,000 to $124,999 6.4% 6.8% -0.4% $125,000 to $149,999 3.2% 3.6% -0.4% $150,000 to $199,999 3.0% 3.3% -0.3% $200,000 or more 3.0% 3.6% -0.6% -
Cost of Living
Share of Household Income Spent on Rent City State City Compared to State Less than 10.0% 3.9% 4.8% -0.9% 10.0% to 14.9% 8.9% 9.8% -0.9% 15.0% to 19.9% 13.2% 13.6% -0.4% 20.0% to 24.9% 13.4% 13.1% +0.3% 25.0% to 29.9% 11.5% 11.0% +0.5% 30.0% to 34.9% 8.5% 8.2% +0.3% 35.0% to 39.9% 6.0% 5.9% +0.1% 40.0% to 49.9% 8.2% 8.0% +0.2% 50.0% or more 20.2% 20.2% +0.0% Not computed 6.2% 5.4% +0.8% -
Age Demographic of Renters
Age Demographic of Renters City State City Compared to State 15 to 24 years 12.6% 9.6% +3.0% 25 to 34 years 32.9% 29.3% +3.6% 35 to 44 years 24.0% 25.8% -1.8% 45 to 54 years 14.3% 16.5% -2.2% 55 to 64 years 6.7% 8.0% -1.3% 65 to 74 years 4.6% 5.3% -0.7% 75 to 84 years 3.5% 4.0% -0.5% 85 years and over 1.4% 1.6% -0.2% -
Travel Time to Work
Travel Time to Work City State City Compared to State Less than 30 minutes 45.8% 30.9% +14.9% 30 to 44 minutes 27.2% 24.5% +2.7% 45 to 59 minutes 8.6% 13.8% -5.2% 60 or more minutes 18.3% 30.8% -12.5%
Source: 2000 Census
San Diego, California
With its proximity to Mexico and its amazing climate, San Diego is one of the most popular large cities for living and working. Starting life as a sleepy Spanish mission town, it has grown into a major tourist and retirement city while many major corporations have made it their headquarters.
The weather maintains close to 72 degrees year around making it an ideal climate. No matter where you choose a San Diego apartment, you’ll be close to the Pacific, Mexico and all that Southern California has to offer.
Beaches and Parks
Getting around San Diego is best accomplished by car although there is bus service but it is spare and infrequent in some areas. Balboa Park provides the most attractions of any single area of the city. It houses the San Diego Zoo, probably the premier zoo in the U.S., as well as gardens, parks, and museums.
Downtown has several historic centers as well as being the epicenter for hotels, dining and shopping. Head out to Mission beach for a visit to Shamu and his home at SeaWorld.
There are miles and miles of beautiful beaches to be found so surfers, swimmers, and sailing enthusiasts don’t have to travel far from their San Diego apartments to find their own outdoor space.
Neighborhoods - Trendy or Quiet
There are over 100 named neighborhoods in San Diego but the city can be divided down into a half dozen or so for the sake of getting to know the city.
The area around Balboa Park is very urban, trendy and near many cultural institutions.
Point Loma is a peninsula that juts out into the ocean and has great beach front communities as do Mission Beach and Pacific Beach. PB, OB and MB all offer great rentals with distinct neighborhood feels. Pacific Beach boasts a youthful nightlife, Mission Beach is more family oriented and Ocean Beach tends to be a little bit of a low key scene.
Mid-City and the Northeastern areas are residential suburban while San Ysidro is the closest to the California/Mexico border. Your choices of San Diego apartments are far and wide.
Dining and Drinking Near the Water
Many of the city’s bigger restaurants are located in the downtown area and are frequented by locals and tourists alike. Most will have water views too. Point Loma has a number of more local places like Three Bungalow which is one of the city’s quiet treasures. Other waterside dining is to be found in many areas and is always relaxing at the end of a day. At night, the locals head to their neighborhood bars but the main areas for clubbing are in Pacific Beach on Garnet Avenue where patrons go straight from the beach to the bars. Downtown, the Gaslamp area has everything from places like Minus 1 to one of the best dives around, the Waterfront. Once in your San Diego apartment, it will be time to find just which areas work best for your nights out. There’s much to love about life in San Diego.
Average Apartment Rent in San Diego, California
| # Bedrooms | Oct | Sep | Aug | 3 Month % change |
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| Studio | $991 | $1,031 | $1,063 | -6.8% |
| 1 Bed | $1,333 | $1,352 | $1,336 | -0.2% |
| 2 Bed | $1,675 | $1,695 | $1,663 | 0.7% |
| 3 Bed | $2,222 | $2,081 | $2,019 | 10.1% |
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San Diego Apartment Rental Trends
Apartments in San Diego have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Diego apartment cost $1,336. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom San Diego apartment was $1,663 in August. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in August was $2,019. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the San Diego rentals listed below.Featured San Diego Apartments for Rent
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Archstone Torrey Hills
San Diego, CA 92130
Live at Archstone Torrey Hills where the ocean air drifts over the hillside to your door. Inside each roomy floorplan youll enjoy spacious closet storage, a designer-selected appliance and finish package, and pass-through kitchen countertops. A built-in computer desk has been included in every plan so youll be ready to hook-up to the world from the peace and quiet of your own home. Archstone Torrey Hills is located in San Diego, on a bluff adjacent to the world-famous Southern California coastline, just minutes from Torrey Pines State Beach, Del Mar Fairgrounds, University Towne Center and a variety of major employers. Great apartments, great service and the amenities you deserve. All at a location thats exactly right, exactly where you want to be.
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The Overlook at Bernardo Heights
San Diego, CA 92128
The Overlook at Bernardo Heights offers a dynamic combination of location, lifestyle and value. Situated on a golf course, our community provides residents with a desirable neighborhood and a picturesque setting seldom available in a rental community. The Overlook's Mediterranean architecture is complimented by a luxurious setting amidst lush lawns and shady trees. Temperate hilltop breezes and year round sunshine invites you to enjoy the award winning pool/spa with a resort-style sunbathing area. A complimentary membership at the Bernardo Heights Recreation Center adds additional swim and tennis options, plus basketball and a host of sponsored community events. The Overlook also sponsors monthly activities for you and your neighbors, not to mention all of the "extra" services that make this community the ideal choice for your new home.
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Archstone University Towne Ctr
San Diego, CA 92122
Archstone University Towne Centre offers all the comforts of a home in the country with all the luxuries and conveniences of an exclusive resort. Offering spectacular views, wooded grounds and lush greenbelts, this community is nestled in La Jolla's prestigious Golden Triangle, just minutes to shopping, fine dining, schools and entertainment. Great apartments, great service and the amenities you deserve. All at a location that's exactly right, exactly where you want to be.
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Compass Pointe
San Diego, CA 92126
Compass Pointe's San Diego apartment homes offer spacious & stylish floorplans. Each apartment has a ceramic tiled entry, gas-log fireplace, built-in media niche, air conditioning & private patio or balcony. Individual one and two car attached garages, full-size washers and dryers and frost free refrigerators are also included. Equal attention has been given to the clubhouse with its finely furnished media room, library, play zone & business services center.
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La Mirage
San Diego, CA 92124
Located atop a secluded hill overlooking Mission Valley, La Mirage is a unique, pet friendly community offering the best of recreation and urban lifestyle! Choose from a variety of apartments and two-story town homes featuring gourmet kitchens, spacious closets, washers/dryers and reserved parking. Relax in the luxurious pools or visit with friends at the cappuccino and smoothie bar. Try a free yoga or aerobics class at our state-of-the-art fitness center or head to the jogging trail, lighted tennis courts or sand volleyball court. Convenient to all major freeways, upscale shopping, dining and night spots. Voted San Diego's best apartment community for eleven consecutive years!
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Archstone Del Mar Heights
San Diego, CA 92130
In the heart of Carmel Valley, situated perfectly between top-notch schools and shops, lies an apartment community that brings the best of San Diego to your doorstep. Great apartments, great service, and the amenities you deserve - with renowned beaches and fabulous restaurants nearby. All at a location that's exactly right, exactly where you want to be.
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Avion At Spectrum
San Diego, CA 92123
Take a break and reconnect with life. Avion at Spectrum offers you a departure--a HOME where you can relax and recharge.<br>Avion at Spectrum invites you to connect with all that renews you. An urban retreat in cosmopolitan San Diego, Avion at Spectrum is soothing to the senses with elegant interiors and lush manicured landscaping. Lounge without interruption by the resort-style pool and spa or renew your energy in the 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center. Avion is the perfect place to reconnect and establish your HOME.<br>When the glow of the hearth warms your soul or the morning light fills you with hope, you'll sense there's a connection and you will gladly call it HOME. Dramatic nine-foot ceilings with crown molding, custom cabinetry and expansive windows leave no luxury to the imagination. Connect with everything Avion at Spectrum has to offer and you will feel at HOME.
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Signature Point
San Diego, CA 92130
Now you can live where you really want to... in the heart of Carmel Valley at Signature Point. Let us reward you with a rare level of luxury and convenience. Just one mile from the Interstate 5 Freeway, Signature Point is located next to Torrey Pines High School and directly across the street from Del Mar Highlands Shopping Center. When you make Signature Point your home, all of Carmel Valley and neighboring Del Mar with its attractive downtown and famous beaches are at your doorstep. Behind the gated entry, you will find well-maintained landscaped grounds surrounding the heart of the community and an impressive clubhouse with a wide array of upscale amenities. Customer service is our top priority at Signature Point as our leasing professionals are available seven days a week for your convenience. All of our apartment homes are designed for both maximum privacy and comfort, keeping you in mind with custom features and luxuries sure to make you feel right at home. Each apartment home has something special to offer from gas log fireplaces, direct access two-car garages, dual-master bedrooms, spacious walk-in closets to large outdoor patios. You will find everything you need and want at Signature Point.
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Avalon Fashion Valley
San Diego, CA 92108
Live in style in a brand new 1-, 2-, or 3-bedroom ultra-spacious luxury rental with fully-equipped gourmet kitchens. Avalon Fashion Valley is your personal retreat just across the road from great shopping, dining and entertainment at the Fashion Valley Mall. Just minutes to the Gaslamp District, La Jolla, and Balboa Park. Enjoy luxurious themed courtyards and outstanding amenities from an outdoor pool and fireplace to a state-of-the-art fitness center. Exemplary location and an enviable lifestyle make Avalon Fashion Valley Time Well SpentĀ®.
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Villas At Camino Bernardo
San Diego, CA 92127
Please ask us about our current AMAZING move-in specials! Our courteous staff would be pleased to explain why we are the best value in town. * Large pets accepted! (2 pets max) * Pet stations with doggy bags * Full size washer/dryer in all units * Granite counter tops * All black Whirlpool Appliances: Dishwasher, Frost free fridge w/ice maker, Full size stove/range/broiler, Built in large microwave. * Sliding glass door in Master Bath shower * A REAL "Walk In" Closet * Extra storage on Large patio/balcony * 1 salinated pool & spa and 1 Regular pool and spa on property * Well Equipped Gym * Yoga every Tuesday * Movie night (including drinks & popcorn) for the kids every other Wednesday * Community events every few months (Ice cream Social, Semi-annual Community Garage Sale for the public, Pizza and Movie night, Valentines Party, Brunch @ The Villas. ect) * On site Community Manager, Assistant Manager & Maintenance Supervisor PLUS. Not to mention Poway is the #1 School District in Sunny San Diego!!!!!!!!!!! The Villas offers our residents the best value. Because you are looking for a beautiful and queit place to call home, please call Jennifer , Johnny or Kim today to schedule a viewing appointment.
Rent Apartments Near San Diego, California
Check out these great communities and cities near San Diego for apartments for rent:
- Carlsbad Apartments
- Chula Vista Apartments
- El Cajon Apartments
- Escondido Apartments
- La Mesa Apartments
- Laguna Beach Apartments
- Oceanside Apartments
- Spring Valley Apartments
- Temecula Apartments
- Vista Apartments
Search Apartment Rentals in San Diego, CA Neighborhoods
Each neighborhood in San Diego is different. Search apartments by neighborhood to find where your San Diego apartments should be:
- Azalea / Hollywood Apartments
- Balboa Park Apartments
- Colina Del Sol Apartments
- Del Cerro Apartments
- Encanto Apartments
- Linda Vista Apartments
- Mira Mesa Apartments
- Mount Hope Apartments
- Normal Heights Apartments
- North Park Apartments
Find San Diego, California Apartments by Zip Code
You can also search for apartments in San Diego for rent by zip code:
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