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3265 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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2417 Market St
San DiegoCA92102
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3625 Federal Blvd WSan Diego, CA 92102
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2925-2945 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92102
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2956 Ivy St
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Pinnacle on The Park
424 15th StSan Diego, CA 92101
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1601 BroadwaySan Diego, CA 92101
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Central San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,515 | $1,495 | $4,065 |
| Central San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $1,750 | $4,962 |
| Central San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,149 | $1,938 | $9,699 |
| Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,637 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central San Diego Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at E Street priced from $1,695. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Central San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| E Street | E Street 01 | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| C30 | Studio ADU | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Estudios de Stanson | Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Artisan | STU - 563 | Studio,1BA | $2,099 |
| 30th Street Cottages | 2990, 2992 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Diego area is the $3.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 3093 Broadway in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Central San Diego apartment is the PINNACLE ON THE PARK 2F Model at Pinnacle on The Park starting at $3,690 with a $3.99 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3093 Broadway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Pinnacle on The Park | PINNACLE ON THE PARK 2F | 2BR,2BA | $3.99 |
| 1829 31st St, Unit B | 1829 31st St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.94 |
| The Noble | 2x1 East Facing R | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Artisan | 1x1 - 728 | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Gema | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| The Irving | 100, 101, 108, 202, 204, 206, 207, 208, 210, 30... | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| C30 | Studio ADU | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central San Diego is at E Street listed at $1,695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central San Diego Apartment is $1,800 at Hillside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Diego is starting from $2,960 at Pinnacle on The Park.
What is the most affordable Central San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3167 Market and starts from $3,019.
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
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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
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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.