San Diego/ Real Estate & Development
Published on December 16, 2019
Apartments for rent in San Diego: What will $2,100 get you?6555 Ambrosia Drive | 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 hunting down affordable apartments in San Diego if you're on a budget of up to $2,100/month.

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

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2185 Station Village Way (Mission Valley East)

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Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 750-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2185 Station Village Way that's going for $1,908/month.

In the unit, expect to see a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 dog deposit and a $400 cat deposit.

Walk Score indicates that this location is somewhat walkable, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

6555 Ambrosia Drive (Grantville)

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Next, listed at $1,990/month, this 719-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 6555 Ambrosia Drive.

Amenities offered in the building include a gym. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $300 cat deposit and a $750 dog deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is car-dependent, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

8811 Spectrum Center Blvd. (Kearny Mesa)

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Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated at 8811 Spectrum Center Blvd. It's listed for $2,009/month for its 730 square feet.

The building boasts secured entry and garage parking. In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Look out for a $500 deposit.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

4247 Nobel Drive (University City)

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And located at 4247 Nobel Drive, here's a 650-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,036/month.

In the apartment, the listing promises a dishwasher, in-unit laundry and a renovated kitchen. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $500 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

5540 Ocean Gate Lane (Ocean Crest)

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Photo: Apartment Guide

Finally, check out this 972-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 5540 Ocean Gate Lane. It's listed for $2,082/month.

The building has garage parking. You can also expect carpeted floors, a dishwasher and a fireplace in the unit. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Expect a $500 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

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