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Apartments for rent in San Diego: What will $3,800 get you?

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Published on October 28, 2019
Apartments for rent in San Diego: What will $3,800 get you?8725 Ariva Court | Photo: Apartment Guide

Curious just how far your dollar goes in San Diego?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in San Diego if you've got up to $3,800/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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8725 Ariva Court (Kearny Mesa)

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Listed at $3,716/month, this 1,409-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 8725 Ariva Court.

The apartment has a walk-in closet, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. The building offers secured entry. Good news for pet lovers: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1980 Kettner Blvd. (Harborview)

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Next, check out this 1,077-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 1980 Kettner Blvd. It's listed for $3,746/month.

Building amenities include garage parking and secured entry. Also, expect to find hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher in the apartment. Pet lovers are in luck: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

6555 Ambrosia Drive (Grantville)

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Then there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment over at 6555 Ambrosia Drive. It's listed for $3,755/month for its 1,522 square feet.

When it comes to building amenities, anticipate on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $750 deposit for dogs and a $300 deposit for cats.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

7681 Palmilla Drive (University City)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And here's a 1,450-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 7681 Palmilla Drive that's going for $3,775/month.

In the apartment, you'll find a dishwasher and a fireplace. Building amenities include garage parking and a gym. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 deposit for dogs and a $350 deposit for cats.

Walk Score indicates that this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

7419 Draper Ave. (La Jolla)

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Finally, located at 7419 Draper Ave., here's a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's listed for $3,795/month.

In the unit, you'll find quartz countertops, a dishwasher and a fireplace. When it comes to building amenities, expect outdoor space. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Expect a $45 application fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location has excellent walkability, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)


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