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1555 Satellite Blvd, San Diego, CA 92154
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
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Pacific Beach apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
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College West house for rent in San Diego
5 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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College West house for rent in San Diego
6 beds
3 baths
$6,700
$6,150
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College East house for rent in San Diego
7 beds
3 baths
$7,500
$6,950
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,495–$2,595
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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3660 Reynard Way, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$4,225
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2 beds
2 baths
$3,695
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1767 Oro Vista Rd, San Diego, CA 92154
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,245–$2,495
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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3635 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,999
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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4732 Utah St, San Diego, CA 92116
In-unit laundry | Balcony
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,975–$2,550
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,195–$2,450
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3 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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4525 Twain Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$2,575
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4018 Alabama St, San Diego, CA 92104
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,950–$2,300
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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2 beds
2 baths
$4,900
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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6159 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895–$1,995
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1015 19th St, San Diego, CA 92102
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
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125 Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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6623 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,895–$3,195
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Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,995–$3,395
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2284 2284 and 2287 Dunlop Street, San Diego, CA 92111
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$2,500
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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Bird Rock apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2 baths
$4,335
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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5968 Lauretta St, San Diego, CA 92110
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$5,895
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3 beds
3 baths
$2,749
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University City townhouse for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2 baths
$4,250
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2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5526 Lauretta St, San Diego, CA 92110
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,895
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3975 Old Town Ave, San Diego, CA 92110
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,595
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2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,300–$3,500
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,495
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Studio
1 bath
$1,695
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Some call it San Diego, others call it paradise. Enjoy all the benefits and excitement of a city with a relaxed, surf town mentality. Now let's talk beaches. You've got gorgeous Torrey Pines state beach with a great nearby hiking trail. Explore quirky Ocean Beach with Newport Avenue's smoke shops and thrift stores with names like "Sunshine Daydreams" and "Stuff to Puff," COW for all you record collectors, and Shades Cafe for a breakfast or lunch overlooking the beach. And who could forget scenic Windansea with its cool rocks to climb – perhaps the location for your new Facebook profile picture?
It's time to pull out the boogie boards and surf gear – you'll find that the water is warm, particularly in August and September. Looking for a more relaxing experience on the water? Rent a kayak or a paddle board and bask in the calm of the bay. Inhabitants of San Diego love to get out on the ocean and enjoy their water sports, but they also love to get out on the trails. Grab your thermos and your SPF and check out Mt. Woodson trail, known for Potato Chip Rock, and Mission Trails for some excellent canyon scenery.
Hungry after so much activity under the San Diego sun? Let's hope you like Mexican food, because you can't go wrong at Roberto's, Palomino's, Lolita's or El Indio. For any beer connoisseurs, San Diego boasts numerous craft breweries, so be sure to hit up Stone IPA, Ballast Point and Green Flash. Let's find you an apartment in America's Finest City.
San Diego is home to the largest naval fleet in the world, a serious tourism industry, large health and medical fields, and a booming tech sector. The top employers are the United States Navy, the University of California - San diego, Sharp HealthCare, San Diego County, Qualcomm, San Diego Unified School District, City of San Diego, Kaiser Permanente, UC San Diego Health, and San Diego Gas & Electric. In addition, San Diego is home to several wireless manufacturers, including Nokia, LG Electronics, Kyocera International, Cricket, and Novatel Wireless. Security software company Websense Inc. is located here, as well as the U.S. headquarters for the Slovakian security company ESET. And that’s not all, because San Diego is poised to continue growing with its iHub Innovation Center, designed to collaborate with wireless and life sciences in the future. San Diego also has the second-largest biotech cluster in the country, with more than 400 biotechnology companies, including Neurocrine Biosciences and Nventa Biopharmaceuticals.
In San Diego, CA, many residents appreciate the year-round sunshine and access to beautiful beaches, which contribute to an active outdoor lifestyle. The city is known for its diverse neighborhoods, each with its own vibe, and a mix of dining and entertainment options. The public transportation system receives mixed reviews, with some residents finding it lacking. Additionally, the high cost of living and rental prices can be a concern for those seeking affordable housing. Overall, it’s a lively place with amenities that cater to various lifestyles, though affordability is often on people's minds.
San Diego's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,300 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,100 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing in California's second-largest city across its diverse neighborhood options.
December offers the best opportunity for San Diego apartment hunting, featuring the lowest rent prices of the year and reduced competition from other renters. August sees the highest rent prices, with approximately a 4.5% difference between peak and off-peak months, while April and June bring the most competitive rental conditions.
San Diego's most in-demand neighborhoods include San Ysidro, Marina, and North Park, where one-bedroom apartments average around $4,780 monthly. For social connectivity and walkability, Cortez, Marina, Core-Columbia, and Horton Plaza offer vibrant restaurant scenes and high walk scores that make daily life convenient.
Fairmont Village offers the most affordable option at around $1,500 monthly, which is 32% below the city median. Sherman Heights provides rentals around $1,770 monthly, while Chollas Creek averages around $1,700 monthly at 23% below median, giving budget-conscious renters several neighborhood choices.
San Diego offers excellent options for pet owners, with 46% of rental listings being pet-friendly. Core-Columbia, Cortez, Southcrest, and Paradise Hills stand out as top neighborhoods for pets, featuring specialized amenities like pet flooring, waste stations, grooming facilities, and nearby dog parks with pets allowed without restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in San Diego rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment types. This pattern remains consistent whether you're looking at studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or three-bedroom apartments throughout the city.
San Diego's rental market is dominated by contemporary architecture, which represents 56% of available properties and reflects the city's modern development patterns from significant population growth in the latter half of the 20th century. Mediterranean-style homes account for 18% of the market, while Spanish-style properties represent 7% of rentals.
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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