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Apartments Under $1,200 in San Diego, CA

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$985
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Private Room in Delightful City Heights House with Beautiful Brick Patio
Deal
4312 Manzanita Dr San Diego, CA
1 BR | Sep. 23, 2026
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Heat Included
Virtual Tour
House
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
16
3D Tour
$990
PER
ROOM
Private Bedroom in Charming North Park Home Right Off Highways 805 and 15
Deal
3641 32nd St San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
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Dishwasher
31
$1,165
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates
5584 Hardy Ave San Diego, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
40
$995
6406 Shane Pl
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Aug. 22, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
36
$699 - 829
PER
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
15
$899 - 999
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ROOM
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
20
$1,000
5119 Remington Rd
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
College West
8
$800
5324 Roswell Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dishwasher
Emerald Hills
8
$852
2875 Cowley Way
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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33
$895
5117 Remington Rd
San Diego, CA
8+ BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Dishwasher
College West
8
$700
5324 Roswell Street
San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Emerald Hills
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
15
$995
6419 Shane Pl
San Diego, CA
4 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
Dishwasher
College East
5
$850
1401 J St
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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6
$1,042
4986 Logan Ave
San Diego, CA
3 BR | Ask for Availability
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36
$699 - 1,199
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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
5
$587
2350 Russell Park Way
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Mission Valley East
24
$900
5139 Ewing St
San Diego, CA
6 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
Dishwasher
College East
20
$1,095
5492 Drover Dr
San Diego, CA
8+ BR | Available Now
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House
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
College West
70
$545
3950 Mahaila Ave
San Diego, CA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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1
$595
Golden West Apartments
720 Fourth Ave San Diego, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Downtown San Diego
1
$875 - 1,195
G St.
444 G St San Diego, CA
Studio | 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
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
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
5
$200
4470-4478 Alabama St
San Diego, CA
Studio | Available Now
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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
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
$ 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 34 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 153 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 533 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 758 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. Emerald Hills
  5. Mission Valley East

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

Welcome to the August 2026 San Diego Rent Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 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 30 60 90 120 <$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 $3,680
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Diego stands at $2,510, with the majority falling between $1,700 and $3,660. Out of the 12,124 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Diego, 16 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
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In the month of August 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 65 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 August M/M % Change
San Diego, CA 41 +0.95%
El Cajon, CA 6 +0.94%
San Marcos, CA 3 +0.64%
Escondido, CA 2 +1.13%
Coronado, CA 2 +1.0%
La Mesa, CA 2 +1.21%
Encinitas, CA 1 +0.6%
Lakeside, CA 1 +1.0%
Ramona, CA 1 +1.0%
Spring Valley, CA 1 +0.33%

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

Available apartments under $1,200 1,781
Top amenities Furnished, Covered Parking, Clubhouse, On Site Maintenance, Student
Deals 33
Pet friendly 26
Utilities included 33
Furnished 105
2 Bedroom 57
3 Bedroom 29
4 Bedroom 55
Square footage 152 - 1,508

Where are San Diego Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods College west, Downtown san diego, College east, Emerald hills, Mission valley east
College West 7
Downtown San Diego 4
College East 4
Emerald Hills 2
Mission Valley East 2
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