
Student Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $800 (1 Rental)
Rentals in San Diego near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

Top Neighborhoods Near San Diego Colleges and Universities
Learn about the best San Diego neighborhoods for student renters from Local Expert Hayden Goldberg.
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 Studio Apartments | $2,405 | $1,033 | $7,770 |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,856 | $995 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,716 | $792 | $10,000+ |
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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.
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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 Victory on Paseo listed at $792.
How much is the average rent for a Student San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in San Diego is $2,758.
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 $999 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 662 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.