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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Diego

2,730 Rentals
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  6. STUDIO
    $1,400+
    1 BED
    $1,700+

    830 Park Blvd

    830 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
  10. Building Photo - 362 15th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,495

    362 15th St

    362 15th St, San Diego, CA 92101
  21. Building Photo - City Lofts
    STUDIO
    $1,795

    City Lofts

    2230 Albatross St, San Diego, CA 92101
  29. Building Photo - Vera Cortez Hill
    STUDIO
    $1,885+
    1 BED
    $2,270+
    2 BEDS
    $2,899+

    Vera Cortez Hill

    1399 Ninth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
  31. STUDIO
    $1,895+
    1 BED
    $2,895+
    2 BEDS
    $3,495+

    Secoya Apartments

    3067 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  36. Building Photo - ALX
    1 Month Free
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    STUDIO
    $1,955+
    1 BED
    $2,898+
    2 BEDS
    $3,442+

    ALX

    300 14th St, San Diego, CA 92101
    (619) 373-1729
  39. unit 402 living room - 1055 6th Ave
    STUDIO
    $1,995+
    1 BED
    $2,100+

    1055 6th Ave

    1055 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
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Some Transit

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Cheap Apartments in Downtown San Diego Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

When looking for cheap apartments in Downtown San Diego, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Downtown San Diego.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 395 cheap apartments available in Downtown San Diego, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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97

Walker’s Paradise

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
79

Very Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
78

Excellent Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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