
Student Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (55 Rentals)
Rentals in San Diego near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


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San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Diego Student Studio Apartments | $2,521 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,946 | $768 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,759 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,745 | $1,037 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,562 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $9,177 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego Overview
San Diego is a major city on the Pacific Coast in Southern California and is adjacent to the Mexican border. Home to over 1.3 million people, San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is nicknamed “America’s Finest City”. The major industries are military/defense, tourism, international trade, and manufacturing. There is also a wide variety of apartments in San Diego available for residents who move here to find a great place to call home.
Why live in San Diego, CA?
While the cost of living is higher than average in San Diego, the city offers near perfect weather year round, a wide variety of outdoors activities, beautiful beaches, museums and other cultural centers, and a professional sports events. Fans of local sports have their choice of supporting the San Diego Chargers (football), the San Diego Padres (baseball), the San Diego Gulls (ice hockey) and a newly formed rugby team.
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Ranked #4
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in San Diego is at Union Grantville listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a Student San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in San Diego is $2,719.
What is the largest Student San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,920 square feet unit starting from $1,169 at Paseo Place.
What is the average size for San Diego Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in San Diego is currently at 612 sq ft.
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