
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Cortez Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (9 Rentals)
Apartments in the Cortez area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


The Wyatt Makers Quarter
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The Helm
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cortez Studio Apartments | $2,915 | $1,551 | $3,950 |
Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,607 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,603 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,487 | $3,355 | $10,000+ |
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Cortez Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 05-12-2025Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Cortez, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Concert Residences
4 Weeks FREE with 12 month lease, 8 Weeks FREE with 18 month lease. *Restrictions apply, call for details.Expires 05-13-2025
Diega
Luxury that Touches the Sky - UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE!* Restrictions Apply.Expires 05-13-2025
ALX
Enjoy 2 Weeks Free on our Penthouse, or 6 Weeks Free on Select 1BR Homes!Expires 05-13-2025
Stanza Little Italy
Up to 2 Months Free! *Select Units Only, Call for detailsExpires 05-13-2025
The Wyatt Makers Quarter
Up to 2 Months Free! + Up to $2,000 Look & Lease!* *Restrictions Apply, Call for DetailsExpires 05-13-2025
West SD Apartments
Up to 2 Months Free & $3,000 Look and Lease on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply, Contact us for Details.Expires 05-13-2025
The Lindley
Up to 8 Weeks Free + $2,250 L&L Specials on Select Homes!* Restrictions ApplyExpires 05-13-2025
Gema
Limited Time Offer – We are now offering up to 4 weeks free on all units! *Contact our Leasing Office for DetailsExpires 05-13-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Cortez, CA
Specials updated: 05-12-2025Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Cortez, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Concert Residences
4 Weeks FREE with 12 month lease, 8 Weeks FREE with 18 month lease. *Restrictions apply, call for details.Expires 05-13-2025
Diega
Luxury that Touches the Sky - UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE!* Restrictions Apply.Expires 05-13-2025
ALX
Enjoy 2 Weeks Free on our Penthouse, or 6 Weeks Free on Select 1BR Homes!Expires 05-13-2025
Stanza Little Italy
Up to 2 Months Free! *Select Units Only, Call for detailsExpires 05-13-2025
The Wyatt Makers Quarter
Up to 2 Months Free! + Up to $2,000 Look & Lease!* *Restrictions Apply, Call for DetailsExpires 05-13-2025
West SD Apartments
Up to 2 Months Free & $3,000 Look and Lease on Select Homes! Restrictions Apply, Contact us for Details.Expires 05-13-2025
The Lindley
Up to 8 Weeks Free + $2,250 L&L Specials on Select Homes!* Restrictions ApplyExpires 05-13-2025
Gema
Limited Time Offer – We are now offering up to 4 weeks free on all units! *Contact our Leasing Office for DetailsExpires 05-13-2025
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Getting Around the Cortez Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
79 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Rent Specials Cortez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Cortez?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Cortez is at The Helm listed at $1,924.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Cortez Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Cortez is $5,397.
What is the largest Rent Specials Cortez Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Cortez is a 2,417 square feet unit starting from $2,891 at West SD Apartments.
What is the average size for Cortez Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Cortez is currently at 469 sq ft.
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