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

One-bedroom apartments in University City average around $2,700 per month in 2025. These units remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, while other bedroom types saw rent declines. One-bedroom apartments in this San Diego neighborhood typically offer around 602 sqft of living space.

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

Two-bedroom apartments in University City rent for around $3,400 per month in 2025, down 5.5% from the previous year. These units average around 962 sqft and represent the most common rental type in this San Diego neighborhood, with about 70 listings available monthly.

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

Three-bedroom apartments in University City average around $4,200 per month in 2025, down 8.6% from 2024. These larger units offer around 1,396 sqft of space and see about 24 listings available monthly in this San Diego neighborhood.

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

University City's rental market averaged around $3,200 per month across all property types in 2025, down 2.4% year over year. Rent varies by timing, with June seeing the highest prices at about 6.7% above February rates, making late winter the most affordable time to rent in this San Diego neighborhood.

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

Apartments in University City average around 864 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments offer around 485 sqft, while three-bedroom units provide the most space at around 1,396 sqft in this San Diego neighborhood.

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

Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in University City, with about 70 listings available monthly. One-bedroom units follow closely with about 64 monthly listings, while the neighborhood sees strong overall availability with approximately 174 total listings per month.

What type of apartment is least common in University City, San Diego, CA?

Studio apartments are the least common rental type in University City, with about 7 listings available monthly. Three-bedroom apartments also have limited availability at about 24 monthly listings, making smaller and larger units less common than one and two-bedroom options in this San Diego neighborhood.

Short Term Rentals in University City, CA

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21h ago

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6059 Rancho Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$3,226

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21h ago

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937 Missouri St, San Diego, CA 92109

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$4,785

$4,594

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21h ago

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4388 Ohio St, San Diego, CA 92104

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$14,336

$9,534

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21h ago

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3140 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$11,198

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21h ago

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7211 Eads Ave, San Diego, CA 92037

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

3 baths

$10,809

$10,660

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21h ago

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3696 Bayside Walk, San Diego, CA 92109

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3 beds

2 baths

$17,309

$17,116

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$8,500

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$12,391

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2612 Bayside Ln, San Diego, CA 92109

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1 bed

1 bath

$7,652

$7,300

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21h ago

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2717 Everly Dr, San Diego, CA 92108

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

3.5 baths

$11,234

$7,659

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4355 Cannington Dr, San Diego, CA 92117

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4 beds

2 baths

$13,457

$12,391

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21h ago

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4569 Cape May Ave, San Diego, CA 92107

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3 beds

2 baths

$12,163

$11,416

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4505 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116

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2 beds

2.5 baths

$7,842

$7,689

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2990 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109

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2 beds

2 baths

$5,993

$5,838

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3659 Florida St, San Diego, CA 92104

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2 beds

2 baths

$7,270

$6,767

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1d ago

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357 Playa Del Sur, San Diego, CA 92037

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

3 baths

$17,554

$16,071

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5d+ ago

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5157 Renaissance Ave ##A, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,990

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5d+ ago

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Single Family Residence - San Diego, CA

2880 Murat St, San Diego, CA 92117

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

3 beds

2 baths

$5,000

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5d+ ago

Short Term University City house for rent in San Diego

Single Family Residence - San Diego, CA

3570 Tony Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | Air conditioning | Garage parking

4 beds

2.5 baths

$4,900

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5d+ ago

Short Term North Clairemont apartment for rent in San Diego

Residential Lease, San Diego, CA

3653 Jennifer Street, San Diego, CA 92117

Short term | Air conditioning | Fireplace

4 beds

3 baths

$5,200

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Short Term University City condo for rent in San Diego

Residential Lease, San Diego, CA

4175 Porte De Merano Unit 162, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

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$3,500

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5d+ ago

Short Term University City condo for rent in San Diego

Condominium - San Diego, CA

4040 4040 Porte La Paz 75, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$2,750

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5d+ ago

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Single Family Residence - San Diego, CA

10521 Chamisal Pl, San Diego, CA 92121

Short term | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

2 baths

$4,300

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5d+ ago

Short Term University City townhouse for rent in San Diego

Townhouse - San Diego, CA

7215 Calabria Ct, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$3,950

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5d+ ago

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Single Family Residence - La Jolla, CA

8025 Paseo Del Ocaso, San Diego, CA 92037

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

3 baths

$8,500

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5d+ ago

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Single Family Residence - La Jolla, CA

1317 Caminito Balada, San Diego, CA 92037

Short term | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

2.5 baths

$7,200

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5d+ ago

Short Term University City townhouse for rent in San Diego

Townhouse, Colonial - San Diego, CA

4009 Caminito Davila, San Diego, CA 92122

Short term | Air conditioning | Dishwasher

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,195

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