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Apartments for Rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA
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    3956-3996 Shasta St, San Diego, CA 92109
    2 BEDS $3,999
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    4 BEDS $4,000
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    5119- 5105 Cass St., San Diego, CA 92109
    STUDIO $1,300
    1 BED $2,600
    2 BEDS $1,450
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    1002-1014 Tourmaline St., San Diego, CA 92109
    STUDIO $700
    2 BEDS $1,700+
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    2125 Reed Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1812 Hornblend St. #A-F, San Diego, CA 92109
    STUDIO $250
    1 BED $1,900
    2+ BEDS $3,000
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    841 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
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    972-980 Garnet Avenue & 4502-4508 Cass Street, San Diego, CA 92109
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    OLD-1525 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    OLD-2015 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1040 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    OLD-1150-1154 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1033-1039 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1132-1140 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1344 & 1346 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    1050 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    837 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
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    4672-4688 Cass Street, San Diego, CA 92109
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    OLD-936-940 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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    4747 Morena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92117
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    5550-5590 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037
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    5666-5672 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla, CA 92037
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    6435-6437 Caminito Blythefield, La Jolla, CA 92037
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    3752-3796 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA 92117
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    2553 Chicago Street, San Diego, CA 92110
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Average rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

$2,935/mo Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA average rental price, November 2024
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is around $2,935.

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Getting around in Pacific Beach, CA

93 /100
Walker's Paradise
45 /100
Some Transit
60 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 93, Transit Score®: 45, Bike Score®: 60

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA were last updated on 5 Dec 2024.

What are the best apartments in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?

The best apartments in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA are: Driftwood Apartments, 2125 Reed Ave., 1527 Garnet Avenue- Charming 4 bedroom recently installed vinyl flooring, new paint 4 bedrooms/ 1 ba, 936-940 Garnet Avenue and 1344 & 1346 Garnet Avenue.

What is the average rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA?

The average rent in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA is $2,935. Start your search for apartments in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA now.

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

In Pacific Beach, 68% of the residents are renting compared to 32% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 8% of Pacific Beach’s rentals, 75% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

Living in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

Pacific Beach is a neighborhood in San Diego bounded by the Pacific Ocean on the west. To the north, the district is bordered by La Jolla, while Mission Bay and Mission Beach are on its south. The district is also connected to Interstate 5 by the east. This neighborhood is populated by young renters, college students and surfers, but it also has an increasing population of retirees. On the boardwalk, the neighborhood is lined with cafés and hotel bars, and the surrounding streets feature drinking spots, boutiques and yoga studios. In particular, Mission Boulevard also attracts a young crowd. The neighborhood is also known for Kate Sessions Park, which gives you views of San Diego Bay. Pacific Beach is a mostly safe place to live, even at night. The San Diego Unified School District provides elementary to high schools in Pacific Beach.

Renting in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

Pacific Beach is located in San Diego County and offers an urban/suburban mix feel to the renters in the neighborhood. Most people living in the district are renters, not homeowners, and there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, restaurants and parks in the neighborhood. There are also diverse architectural styles in the Pacific Beach neighborhood, including Spanish, Victorian, mission and contemporary styles. Many of these styles are in the rental areas, and most of the apartments for rent in the neighborhood include multi- and single-family homes; townhomes; condos; and mobile homes. Aside from the long-standing apartment buildings, there are also new constructions in the district. Notably, Pacific Beach requires renters to receive a 30-day notice of the rent increase if it's 10% or more. And, for eviction, renters receive a five-day notice, but it can take up to 60 days for the eviction process to be complete.

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Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA demographics

  • 44,009Total Population
  • 20,353 Female
    23,656 Male
  • 33.5Median Age

In total, Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA has 44,009 residents, 20,353 women and 23,656 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Pacific Beach’s population is 33.5.

Amenities in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

One of the highlights of Pacific Beach is the beach itself, which offers different water activities and a good view of San Diego Bay. Renters also enjoy walking and outdoor activities at the Mission Beach Boardwalk, Balboa Park, Sunset Cliff Natural Park and La Jolla Shores Park. Likewise, tourists and renters enjoy visiting the Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, which is a large monument that honors veterans. And, families enjoy visiting the San Diego Zoo, which is combined with a wildlife conservation area. Aside from enjoying the beach, renters also have access to shopping malls like Promenade at Pacific Beach, Pacific Beach Marketplace and Pacific Plaza. Or, for grocery shopping, the malls feature stores like Ralphs, Sprouts Farmers Market and Vons.

Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA households

  • 7,191 Family
    14,592 Non-family
  • 2,610 Children
    19,173 No Children
  • 21,783Total Number of Households
  • 2.01Average People Per Household
  • $106,399Median Household Income

There is a total of 21,783 households in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA. Of these, 2,610 have children and 19,173 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 7,191 family households and 14,592 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Pacific Beach is 2.01 people, on average. The median household annual income in Pacific Beach equals $106,399, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,254.

Transportation in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

On the east part of Pacific Beach is Interstate 5, which makes it easy for renters to commute to other areas. Alternatively, the Metropolitan Transit System offers Routes 8 and 9 to Pacific Beach, which allow renters to commute to Trolley Station, Mission Beach and more. Route 30 runs along Grand Avenue in Pacific Beach, too, and there's also Route 27, although it's not as frequently used as other lines. Of course, there are also rental cars, taxis and rideshare services that renters can access in Pacific Beach. In fact, most renters in the neighborhood walk or take taxis. Finally, the closest airport to Pacific Beach is the San Diego Airport, which is five miles away.

Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 1% of the population in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA have no high school education, 10% went to high-school, and 18% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 43% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 21% hold a Graduate Degree.

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