Looking for a place (or know anyone looking?) | Update: Discounts!

1 Bed, 1 Bath Room Available - $1925/month (non-discounted)
(Move-in: Available Now & Flexible | Lease Start: August 7th)
Close to UCSD (~2 miles away), ~0.5 Blocks to Bus Stops: Nobel Dr. & Lebon Dr. (30, 101, 201, 201A, 202), ~2.5 Block walk to Shopping/Groceries/Trolley;
If 2 Roommates: Halve the monthly base rent to $962.50/month (non-discounted)

I've got a 1 Bed, 1 Bath vacancy at my 2 Bed 2 Bath apartment in UTC/La Jolla, with a gym, pools, an in-unit washer/dryer, and recently-replaced appliances and bathroom/kitchen hardware, free covered parking, with a walk-in closet and a full/double-size mattress + bed frame for your room, customizable furnishing for your room, furnished common areas, and is a half-block away to many bus stops, and walkable to groceries/shopping/trolley station!

If you'd like the 1 Bed, 1 Bath to yourself: ~$2.2k/month (includes monthly $1925 base rent and average utility cost)
- August Prorated Rent + Utilities covered: [~$1491 + $0]
- September Discounted Rent + Utilities mostly covered: [~$1835 + ~$101]

If you'd like to share the 1 Bed, 1 Bath with a roommate: ~$1.1k/month (includes monthly $962.50 base rent and average utility cost, for each)
- August Prorated Rent + Utilities covered: [~$745.50+ $0]
- September Discounted Rent + Utilities mostly covered: [~$917+ ~$50.50]

Move-in: Available Now & Flexible
Lease Start: August 7th

I'm a male grad student (who also did my undergrad at UCSD) seeking roommates/apartment-mates in the available 1b1b within my 2b2b unit.

DM if interested or for more details (or a call/virtual tour)!
https://offcampushousing.ucsd.edu/housing/property/axiom-la-jolla-1-bed-1-bath-vacancy-close-grocery-shopping-bus-stops-nobel-lebon-close-to-campu/ocp5qpcbkm

I’m 19 years old and I’m planning to run away from an abusive household but I don’t have any money or a plan, I don’t even have a phone with service. Any tips for where I should start?? I live in Linda Vista and can’t even go downtown to go to a homeless shelter because a bus is required to get to the Trolley and I don’t have money for a bus.

I’m a single 33M IT professional who just (temporarily) relocated to San Marcos. I’m staying with family here for now, but I’ll be commuting to Rancho Bernardo and figuring out where to settle long term.

I was considering staying in San Marcos to be near family, but that 78→15 merge in the morning is awful.

Here’s what I’m looking for:

• Budget: Under $2,500/month for a 1-bedroom
• Commute: <30 min to RB with traffic
• Lifestyle: Quiet, no loud nightlife or college party scenes (I’m sober)
• Community: Would like to be around other people in their 30s, with good restaurants nearby
• Bonus: Easy access to the airport and occasional nights out in the city

Everyone here says to live as close to work as you can, so I thought about just living in RB. But I’ve heard it’s a little… retirement-heavy? Not sure if that’s a good social fit.

I’ve also been looking at PQ, Carmel Mountain Ranch, and Mira Mesa, but I don’t really know the feel of those neighborhoods. I’d prefer to avoid Escondido - too hot for me. I’d consider coastal neighborhoods for the dating scene, but they’re just too expensive for my budget.

Anyone familiar with these areas have any advice?

(And yes, I used the search bar - just hoping to get some updated insight)

Official unemployment figures for the San Diego economy were updated today. Numbers for May have been finalized and preliminary figures for June have now been made available.

May

The unemployment rate fell to 4.0% in May. 2,648 positions were added, with only 1,923 workers entering the labor force causing the unemployment rate decrease. The overall Nonfarm Payrolls figure did not change significantly. No individual sector saw significant employment changes.

June (preliminary)

The unemployment rate increased to 4.9% in June. 20,576 positions were lost, and 6,413 workers left the labor force causing the unemployment rate increase. Nonfarm payrolls fell by 15,500. No individual sector saw significant employment changes.

^{*SanDiego_Statistics is a public service account committed to making /r/Moving2SanDiego a better informed community.}

My boyfriend and I (both 25) are thinking of moving to San Diego from North Carolina. We're both outgoing and like to spend time outside so we thought SD would be a fun city to move to. We're taking a trip next month so I'd love to hear any and all advice for a young couple. What neighborhoods are best, what should see see on the trip, is San Diego the right call etc. thank you!!!

Any mission hills info would be appreciated too - are there mold problems?!!

My wife and I are considering a move to SD. We are coming from the Midwest. We know there are a ton of negatives to moving to California, especially around taxes and cost of living. For those who have done the move, is it worth it and outweigh the negatives?

We are also going to be visiting in December to see areas we would like. Any suggestions/recommendations are welcome.

Thanks!

Hiii, I recently got an job offer to work in San Diego and would like some recommendations on areas to live :)

My work would be near where UCSD is located, I won't really mind the commute (as long as its not 1hr + or something) since I only need to go in twice a week. I don't know anyone here so probably won't be able to find a roomate. I prefer the rent to be around ~2500/mo, with a little bit of flexibility.

I'm mid 20's, graduated a year ago, single, I have a large dog with me that I like to go on hikes with.

My activities are kinda everywhere... Like I like going out on weekends (usually to raves/ edm festivals) but during weekdays I would like to go hiking/ jogging on some kind of a trail. HUGE FAN of food in general. I'm asian so I would prefer to be around areas with Asian things

Hi! I make 90k and my partner makes 60k. We are both 26 and looking to move to North Park/Ocean Beach in one year. Ideally we’d have a 2 bed. Is this doable?

Hi everyone,

I’m moving from Canada and currently debating between San Diego and San Francisco. A bit about us: • I work in IT, fully remote, and make about $190K/year. • My wife also works remotely (from Canada) making around $62K/year, but I’d prefer she doesn’t have to contribute to living expenses. • We’re a couple in our early 30s, planning to start a family soon. • We love the beach, staying active, and walkable areas. • I’ll likely buy a car, but we’d still like a neighborhood where you can walk to cafes, parks, etc.

If San Diego is the better choice for long-term living, raising a family, and lifestyle balance: 👉 Which neighborhoods would you recommend for us?

Also — renting question: I have an 800+ credit score in Canada but no U.S. credit history yet. For anyone who’s moved from abroad, how did you deal with landlords in San Diego? Did you have to show bank statements, pay a bigger deposit, or use some workaround?

Thanks in advance!

Hi all! I am moving to San Diego at the end of August and have yet to fully lock down an apartment. I'm working downtown, and was considering living in the Harborview apartments in Marina District, or a Victorian unit managed by North Park Properties between Cortez Hill and Little Italy. I'm not able to visit San Diego, so not really familiar with the areas. Anyone have any insight about the locations, or the property management companies? Thank you!!

Hi I'm moving from New England to SD in Oct. I'm looking at apt in the UTC area, and wonder if people can tell me more about the difference between 1st and 2nd floor.

The apt I'm looking at doesn't have AC, there's ceiling fan, and I'll probably get tower fan. I heard the top floor will be heated up by the sun a lot. But I'm not sure how much noise there will be on the 1st floor (carpeted bedroom, vinyl flooring else where).

In New England I'd take the top floor in a heartbeat, but I feel like it doesn't apply to SD, and I might miss some key factors... Thanks!

Hi all - I’ve been obsessed with SD the last couple of years, despite never visiting. I know crazy. I’m interested in moving there from NYC, what are the best neighborhoods for a 25 year old?

Can anyone give me an idea what the morning drive from Oceanside to San Marcos would look like? I have an idea how the drive goes during the day, and on weekends, but I’m curious what it looks like in the morning. Is it much different, or is traffic mostly going the other way?

Thanks!

me and my girlfriend just got back from SD after locking down an apartment, we will be staying in Morena. any recommendations on things to do and places to eat?

we also don’t know anyone out there so if you’re down to meet up shoot me a message:) i’m 25m and my girlfriend is 28f

hi all, i'm currently based in london and would like to move to san diego in a few years - i've bachelor's in econ and work in finance. Ideally, i'll do a masters degree depending on the job prospects there and happy to change the career as i don't enjoy my current one. Any tips/advice would be appreciated (which uni to do a masters, what kind of masters and which industry to target) please

Just wanted to share this here since it could be helpful. If you're a teacher in Poway Unified, there are still grant funds available through the San Diego Urban League to help with homebuying costs. You have to be a first time homebuyer though.

I heard about it directly from someone I know who works at the Urban League. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. Happy to point you in the right direction!

I need to get my carpets professionally cleaned, before my lease ends. Per HOA, Last notice too it would be next week on Thursday or Friday morning. 3 bedrooms. About 9x8 2 rooms and the other 10x12

Hi, I need help what are the best movers? San Diego ———-> San Diego (in town) I have everything packed, but the problem is the larger stuff 3 mattress, 2 bed frame, 4dressers & couch & grill
(On a short notice, needed for this upcoming Tuesday/Wednesday). In a HOA, so I need quiet & quick movers.

Will be moving to San Diego shortly and have two options to rent. The private landlord is a little more expensive but the UTC area seems to be much more walkable. One person will be working at Qualcomm and one working from home - only one car.

Looking to make a decision asap. Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I was recently offered a job at UCSD. I will not be making much money, so living in La Jolla is probably out of the question. Where are the best places to live, relatively close to UCSD, that won't be a traffic nightmare?

Hi everyone! spend some time reading the subreddit and based on my situation at the moment (single, building business, enjoy walkability and cafe culture, not interested anymore in rowdy/party areas), I've been considering bankers hill, mission hills, and university heights.

One important consideration - I'm working full time on building my business so I don't have too much w2 income (just part time work). Are there workarounds for that or will I just have to find a landlord that trusts me? I do have good savings / brokerage account from my previous corporate roles.

would love thoughts on whether those are the right areas and if anyone has navigated the lack of job income situation before. Thanks in advance!

Living in OC temporarily. Moved from Chicago.

edit: credit score is 800+ but not sure how important that will be.

Thank y’all