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Golden Glen Apartments
3265 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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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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424 15th StSan 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 | $2,470 | $1,600 | $3,796 |
| Central San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,096 | $1,745 | $5,254 |
| Central San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,236 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Central San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,654 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Golden Glen Apartments priced from $1,495. 233 20th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here are the most affordable Central San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 233 20th St | Studio 1st Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 3167 Market | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| C30 | Studio ADU | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Estudios de Stanson | Studio Furnished | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Pinnacle on The Park | PINNACLE ON THE PARK 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central San Diego area is the $2.96 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 3093 Broadway in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Central San Diego apartment is the 1840 30th St Model at 1840 30th St, Unit 1840 starting at $2,550 with a $2.68 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 | $2.96 |
| 1840 30th St, Unit 1840 | 1840 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 1829 31st St, Unit B | 1829 31st St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.94 |
| Hillside Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 2658 E St, Unit 2658 E St | 2658 E St | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| 1824 30th St, Unit 1822 | 1824 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 2744 C St, Unit #44 | 2744 C St | Studio ,1BA | $3.83 |
| 233 20th St | Studio 1st Floor | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
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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 Golden Glen Apartments listed at $1,495.
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 South Park Place and starts from $3,895.
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.
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.
Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.