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Apartments Under $1,200 in San Diego, CA

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$595
Golden West Apartments
720 Fourth Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
36
$699 - 899
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ROOM
Fifty Twenty-Five
Deal
5025 Collwood Blvd San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
23
$849 - 1,199
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Victory on Paseo
5505-25 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA
3 - 5 BR | Aug. 19, 2027
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Luxury
15
$929 - 999
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Paseo Place
5665 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
College West
36
$699 - 1,199
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ROOM
Fifty Twenty-Five
4.0
5025 Collwood Boulevard San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Covered Parking
College West
36
$1,056
3852 Billman St Br
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Oct. 26, 2026
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Dishwasher
Rolando
1
$1,200
901/917-921 Tenth Avenue & 1020 E Street
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Downtown San Diego
6
$1,042
4986 Logan Ave
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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5
$850
1401 J St
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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8
$852
2875 Cowley Way
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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$995
3047-201 University Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$950
4902 54Th St
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
College West
5
$587
2350 Russell Park Way
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Mission Valley East
15
$900
6419 Shane Pl
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
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Dishwasher
College East
40
$1,095
5492 Drover Dr
San Diego, CA
1 - 8+ BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
College West
70
$545
3950 Mahaila Ave
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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$1,200
G St.
444 G St San Diego, CA
Studio | Nov. 9, 2026
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Downtown San Diego
1
$875
Bedrooms! $875.00/room
6211 Mesita Dr San Diego, CA
5 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
College East
20
$734 - 1,144
PER BED,
ROOM & UNIT
Blvd63 Apartments
6345 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
In Unit Laundry
16
$580 - 1,075
Sterling Alvarado
3.0
6625 Alvarado Rd. San Diego, CA
Studio - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
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Student
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
$1,050
1159 6th Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
12
$1,000
4452 Park Blvd #208
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
5
$200
4470-4478 Alabama St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$700
PER
ROOM
Furnished Room In Utc With Flexible Lease
9085 Judicial Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
Storage
Disability Access
Pool
1
$250
4438- 4450 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
2
$600 - 750
1450 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
Core-columbia
4
$1,000
10813 Via San Blas, San Diego, CA 92126
Deal
San Diego Ca, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$800
Mccsho-mcclurken Simmons Hotel 542 Sixth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
1
$1,000
1859 Cable St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in San Diego, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 29 apartments under $1,200 in San Diego currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 161 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Diego.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 454 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Diego.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Diego?

Rentable.co has 723 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Diego.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Diego, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Diego based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $35,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in San Diego, CA?

  1. College West
  2. Downtown San Diego
  3. College East
  4. Cortez
  5. Harborview

Apartments Under $1,200 in San Diego, CA: October Rental Information

Welcome to the October 2026 San Diego Rent Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the October 2026 key findings and figures for the San Diego rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in San Diego and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in San Diego. Whether you're a student searching for affordable housing near campus or a young professional looking for a budget-friendly apartment, this report will help you make an informed decision.
0 20 40 60 80 <$1,700 $1,760 $1,880 $2,000 $2,120 $2,240 $2,360 $2,480 $2,600 $2,720 $2,840 $2,960 $3,080 $3,200 $3,320 $3,440
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,440, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,490. Out of the 10,629 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 23 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 0% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Diego.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: San Diego vs. Surrounding Areas

San Diego, CA
El Cajon, CA
San Marcos, CA
44
5
3
In the month of October 2026, there are a variety of affordable apartments available for rent in San Diego, CA and the surrounding areas. This chart shows the number of apartments under $1,200 in various cities near San Diego, including National City, Chula Vista, Poway, Coronado, Del Mar, San Marcos, El Cajon, Encinitas, Escondido, Santee, Solana Beach, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, Alpine, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, Ramona, Bonita, Carmel Valley, Lakeside, Rancho Santa Fe, San Ysidro, Tierrasanta, San, Jamul, Lake San Marcos, San Margarita, Leucadia, and Spring Valley. In total, there are 60 apartments in the San Diego, CA metro area that meet this price range. Renters seeking affordability and convenience will find a range of options to choose from in this market.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: San Diego and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in October M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 44 +0.97%
El Cajon, CA 5 +1.13%
San Marcos, CA 3 +0.94%
Escondido, CA 2 +0.98%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.08%
La Mesa, CA 1 +1.2%
Spring Valley, CA 1 +0.8%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Encinitas, CA 1 +1.14%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in San Diego?

Available apartments under $1,200 1,525
Top amenities Furnished, Covered Parking, Clubhouse, Professional On Site Management, Student
Deals 146
Pet friendly 32
Utilities included 147
Furnished 226
2 Bedroom 115
3 Bedroom 25
4 Bedroom 112
Square footage 549 - 1,467

Where are San Diego Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods College west, Downtown san diego, College east, Cortez, Harborview
College West 6
Downtown San Diego 5
College East 3
Cortez 1
Harborview 1
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