
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Area San Diego, CA (39 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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College Area Studio Apartments | $2,218 | $1,857 | $2,579 |
College Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,818 | $1,695 | $5,625 |
College Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,085 | $855 | $6,630 |
College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,041 | $930 | $8,165 |
College Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $850 | $4,850 |
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Largest Available College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Area area of San Diego, CA is found at The Parker and is listed at 1,680 square feet priced from $4,630. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Parker | Plan C4 | 1,680 Sq Ft | $4,630 |
The Village Mission Valley | Plan V | 1,350 Sq Ft | $4,405 |
Topaz | 3x3 Penthouse A | 1,278 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
Paseo Place | 3x3 Shared | 1,278 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
College View | 3x3 | 1,193 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Aztec Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $3,835 |
64 Forty | 3 Bedroom 120A | 815 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
The Rive San Diego | 3x3 A | 0 Sq Ft | $925 |
Cheapest Available College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit College Area of San Diego, CA is the 3x3 A Model starting from $925 at The Rive San Diego. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in College Area is currently $3,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Rive San Diego | 3x3 A | $925 |
College View | 3x3 | $2,250 |
64 Forty | 3 Bedroom | $3,000 |
Aztec Campus Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | $3,835 |
The Village Mission Valley | Plan V | $4,450 |
The Parker | Plan C4 | $4,630 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom College Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in College Area with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in College Area is at The Rive San Diego listed at $925.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom College Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in College Area is $3,041.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom College Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Area is a 1,680 square feet unit starting from $4,630 at The Parker.
What is the average size for College Area 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in College Area is currently 1,485 sq ft.
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