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Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA under $1300

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    1903 K Street San Diego RG, LLC, SAN DIEGO, CA 92102
    1 BED $1,025
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    4241 N. 51ST ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $700+
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    3788 41 ST ST, SAN DIEGO CA, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $575+
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    4033 45TH ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $810+
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    4224 ESTRELLA AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $630+
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    2752-56 C ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92102
    1 BED $1,200+
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    4211 ALTADENA AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $770+
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    4334-40 1/2 51ST. ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,200
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    4110 45TH ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $550+
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    2771 C STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA 92102
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $240+
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    4280-90 52ND ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $380+
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    536 5Th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
    STUDIO $512
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    2766-2772 BROADWAY, SAN DIEGO, CA 92102
    1 BED $1,300+
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    2924 F STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA 92102
    1 BED $200+
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    3626-3632 42ND ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $570+
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    4063-71 1/2 ESTRELLA AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,200
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    1825 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110
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    1668 National Avenue #100, San Diego, CA 92113
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    7735 Via Solare, San Diego, CA 92129
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    2885 Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154
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    4330 30Th Street, San Diego, CA 92104
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    5252 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
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    4035 Park Haven Court, San Diego, CA 92113
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    10210 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108
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    3060 53Rd Street, San Diego, CA 92105
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Getting around in San Diego, CA

32 /100
Car-Dependent
26 /100
Some Transit
12 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 32, Transit Score®: 26, Bike Score®: 12

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Diego, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Diego, CA?

The best apartments in San Diego, CA are: La Serena, Mirada at La Jolla Colony Apartments, Gravity, Luma Apartments and Citra Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in San Diego, CA?

In San Diego, 52% of the residents are renting compared to 48% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 22% of San Diego's rentals, 58% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in San Diego, CA under $1,300

There’s more than one way to spend $1,300 on rent in San Diego, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,300 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,300 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in San Diego, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 28 apartments for rent below $1,300 in San Diego, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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