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San Diego market rental trends report

Written by Relocity | July 22, 2025

Over the past 3 months, San Diego has experienced a notable increase in rental prices, especially for larger units. Compared to 6 months ago, median rents rose by approximately 7.5% for 2-bedrooms and 16.2% for 3-bedrooms, while studio rents declined by 6% and 1-bedroom rents increased modestly by 4.2%. These shifts suggest growing demand for larger living spaces, possibly driven by families or remote workers relocating to the area. The median rental price across all unit types is approximately $3,113 per month.

Apartment listings

Below are some recent listing examples.

Artisan

  • Studio / 1 Bath
  • Sq Ft: 563
  • Rent: $2,499

The Courtyards Pacific Village

  • 1 bed / 1 bath
  • Sq Ft: 665
  • Rent: $2,461

ALX

  • 2 beds / 2 bath
  • Sq Ft: 1,103
  • Rent: $3,866

Vive Luxe

  • 3 beds / 2 baths
  • Sq Ft: 1,331
  • Rent: $4,590

(Data sourced from Apartments.com)