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Terra at Mission Trails - Photo 1 of 1

14h ago

9.6

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Terra at Mission Trails

7707 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120

In-unit laundry | High ceilings | Dishwasher

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,943–$2,935

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7264 Glenflora Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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7264 Glenflora Ave, San Diego, CA 92119

Furnished | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$10,016

7865 Golfcrest Dr #7 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

San Carlos condo for rent in San Diego

7865 Golfcrest Dr #7, San Diego, CA 92119

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,225

Vue at Lake Murray Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

8.4

Very good

Vue at Lake Murray Apartments

6867 Golfcrest Dr, San Diego, CA 92119

Swimming pool | Fitness center | Residents lounge

2 beds

2 baths

$2,800

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Cove La Mesa - Photo 1 of 1
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13h ago

9.7

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Cove La Mesa

7400 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,485–$3,587

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2d ago

9.9

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Summit Park Village

8563 Lake Murray Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,129–$2,577

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Montanosa - Photo 1 of 1
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1d ago

9.6

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Montanosa

11012 Camino Playa Carmel, San Diego, CA 92124

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,529–$3,459

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6250 Dorothy Dr - Photo 1 of 1

11h ago

College East house for rent in San Diego

4711 59th St - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

College West house for rent in San Diego

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4922 64th St - Photo 1 of 1

18h ago

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5074 La Dorna St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

College East house for rent in San Diego

5 beds

3 baths

$5,500

$5,150

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6283 Lorca Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Rolando house for rent in San Diego

6283 Lorca Dr, San Diego, CA 92115

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

5 beds

3 baths

$5,295

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5114 63rd St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

College East house for rent in San Diego

5 beds

2.5 baths

$4,495

MOHAWK STREET DUPLEX - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

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MOHAWK STREET DUPLEX

6965 Mohawk St, San Diego, CA 92115

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,195–$2,995

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THE SOLSTICE - Photo 1 of 1

14h ago

8.4

Very good

THE SOLSTICE

7240 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

2 beds

1 bath

$2,400

6285-87 Lorca Drive - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

6285-87 Lorca Drive

6285 Lorca Dr, San Diego, CA 92115

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$2,750

4330 53rd St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

4330 53rd St

4330 53rd St, San Diego, CA 92115

Air conditioning | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

5877balt - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

5877balt

5877 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

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The Enclave at Lake Murray - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.9

Very good

The Enclave at Lake Murray

5476 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$2,095

La Mesa Gardens - Photo 1 of 1
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1d ago

8.9

Very good

La Mesa Gardens

8633 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,795–$2,150

The Quarry Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

The Quarry Apartments

4330 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941

Air conditioning | Balcony | Central heat

1 bed

1 bath

$2,395

Aztec Pacific Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

Aztec Pacific Apartments

6623 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795–$1,995

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Jackson 23 Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
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16h ago

9.4

Excellent

Jackson 23 Apartments

5630 5630 - 5670 Jackson Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2–3 beds

2 baths

$2,395–$2,795

Mission Pacific Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

4d ago

9.1

Excellent

Mission Pacific Apartments

4424 4424 & 4454 44th St, San Diego, CA 92115

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,495–$3,495

Village Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.4

Excellent

Village Apartments

5500 Morro Way, La Mesa, CA 91942

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,800–$1,995

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Updated: September 16, 2026

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San Carlos, San Diego, CA apartments for rent

Renting in San Carlos, San Diego, CA at a glance

As of today, San Carlos' median rent price is $2,865 per month.

Median rent

$2,865

Rentals, last 30 days

25

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$2,865N/A
1 bedroom$2,065N/A
2 bedroom$2,650N/A
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Why San Carlos, San Diego is a great place to live

San Carlos is a neighborhood that perfectly complements an active social lifestyle. Our analysis of local amenities and resident preferences reveals that this area excels in supporting a vibrant social life. With its well-designed street infrastructure, frequent transit options, and a diverse age distribution among residents, San Carlos fosters a sense of community and connection. Additionally, its high walk score and emphasis on safety make it an ideal location for those who enjoy exploring their surroundings and engaging with others. If a lively social scene is a priority, San Carlos is definitely worth considering.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Carlos average around $2,200/month, up 3.2% year over year.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, two-bedroom apartments in San Carlos average approximately $2,770/month, up 5.0% from this time last year.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, three-bedroom apartments in San Carlos average close to $4,490/month, with the largest year-over-year increase at 9.1%.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, San Carlos rentals average about $2,710/month across all property types, up 3.1% year over year. Studios start around $2,020/month while three-bedrooms reach approximately $4,490/month.

What is the average apartment size in San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on our current listings, apartments in San Carlos average around 950 sqft across all unit types, with studios at roughly 500 sqft and three-bedrooms running larger at close to 1,620 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in San Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in San Carlos, with about 10 listings available monthly out of approximately 19 total units.

What type of apartment is least common inSan Carlos, San Diego, CA?

Based on our current inventory, studio apartments are the least common rental type in San Carlos, averaging about 1 listing per month.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

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San Carlos, San Diego, CA rental availability
🔑Available apartment rentals25
💰Best rent deal7707 Mission Gorge Rd
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