San Diego/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 21, 2019
Renting in San Diego: What will $1,300 get you?5474 Reservoir Drive. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in San Diego?

We've rounded up the latest rental offerings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring a rental in San Diego with a budget of $1,300/month.

Read on for the listings. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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5474 Reservoir Drive (College East)

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Photo: Zumper

First up, there's this studio apartment situated at 5474 Reservoir Drive. It's listed for $1,225/month for its 485 square feet.

The building boasts a fitness center and on-site laundry. Feline companions are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2642 Fifth Ave. (Park West)

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Next, located at 2642 Fifth Ave., here's a studio apartment that's listed for $1,250/month.

The building has on-site laundry, outdoor space, secured entry and additional storage. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, this location is quite walkable, is fairly bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2188 San Diego Ave. (Mission Hills)

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Also listed at $1,250/month, this 253-square-foot studio apartment is located at 2188 San Diego Ave.

The building offers on-site laundry. The residence also includes both air conditioning and central heating. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is quite walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

4336 Iowa St. (North Park)

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Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit over at 4336 Iowa St. It's also listed for $1,250/month for its 387 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking, on-site laundry and secured entry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Look out for a $1,000 deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

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