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Apartments Under $1,200 in San Diego, CA

1 - 26 of 26 Results
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3D Tour
$1,140
PER
ROOM
Private Room in Sunny Pacific Beach Home Near Crystal Pier
Deal
1605 Diamond St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jun. 5, 2026
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Heat Included
Virtual Tour
House
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
31
$1,165
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates
5584 Hardy Ave San Diego, CA
3 BR | Jun. 15, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
36
$849 - 1,199
PER
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
$849 - 1,154
PER
ROOM
Fifty Twenty-Five
5025 Collwood Blvd San Diego, CA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Student
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
18
$899 - 1,150
PER
ROOM
Victory on Paseo
Deal
5505-25 Lindo Paseo San Diego, CA
3 - 5 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Luxury
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
10
$1,150
4589 Casa Nova Ct
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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14
$1,200
5521 Blueridge St Unit 1
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
26
$1,050
5117 Remington Rd
San Diego, CA
8+ BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
College West
1
$850
38th St 3005
3005 38th St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Jun. 15, 2026
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2
$195
4545 35th St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Normal Heights
1
$595
Golden West Apartments
720 Fourth Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
1
$900
G St.
444 G St San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
30
$ Ask - 2,754
Promenade Rio Vista
2185 Station Village Way San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
16
$580 - 1,075
Sterling Alvarado
3.0
6625 Alvarado Rd. San Diego, CA
Studio - 4 BR | Ask for Availability
Furnished
Student
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
$975
1159 6th Ave
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
16
$ Ask - 4,615
Mira Bella
3455 Kearny Villa Rd San Diego, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
30
$ Ask - 1,695
Nimitz Pointe
2401 Seaside San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Pool
5
$200
4470-4478 Alabama St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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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
12
$1,000
4452 Park Blvd #208
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
9
$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
2
$600 - 750
1450 Fourth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Storage
Disability Access
Core-columbia
1
$250
4438- 4450 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
$800
Mccsho-mcclurken Simmons Hotel 542 Sixth Ave
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Disability Access
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 26 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 150 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 663 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 718 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 $39,000.

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

  1. Downtown San Diego
  2. College West
  3. Harborview
  4. Kearny Mesa
  5. Core-columbia

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

Welcome to the May 2026 San Diego Rent Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 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 35 70 105 140 <$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 $3,560
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,490, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,580. Out of the 11,846 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
La Mesa, CA
Coronado, CA
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3
3
In the month of May 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 63 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 May M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 37 +1.03%
El Cajon, CA 4 +0.96%
La Mesa, CA 4 +0.95%
Coronado, CA 4 +1.22%
Escondido, CA 3 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
San Marcos, CA 1 +1.0%
Imperial Beach, CA 1 +1.25%
Chula Vista, CA 1 +0.75%

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

Available apartments under $1,200 1,882
Top amenities Furnished, Covered Parking, Clubhouse, Professional On Site Management, Student
Deals 95
Pet friendly 34
Utilities included 2
Furnished 145
1 Bedroom 46
2 Bedroom 96
4 Bedroom 79
Square footage 485 - 1,467

Where are San Diego Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Downtown san diego, College west, Harborview, Kearny mesa, Core-columbia
Downtown San Diego 5
College West 5
Harborview 1
Kearny Mesa 1
Core-columbia 1
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