Pacific Ridge
5945 Linda Vista Rd,
San Diego, CA 92110
$3,000 - $5,399
1-3 Beds
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA
University of San Diego - San Diego, CA Area Guide
A standout institution on the SoCal coast
Private
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Urban
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Catholic
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Beach
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Coastal
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Scenic
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Bike-Friendly
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The University of San Diego is highly regarded as a prominent member of Southern California’s academic community, and prides itself in promoting social activism and global involvement as well as educational excellence among its student body. USD occupies a fairly quiet residential area of San Diego that is perfect for enjoying the region’s natural landscape. The campus borders Tecolote Canyon Natural Park, a large scenic area filled with trails that are perfect for relaxing walks and bike rides. Mission Bay and San Diego’s famous beaches are only a few minutes to the west, allowing you to enjoy the best of Southern California’s coastal lifestyle anytime you want. While the city’s Gaslamp Quarter earns its reputation as a terrific entertainment district, you can find plenty of excellent restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues closer to campus in the Old Town and Morena neighborhoods. In spite of San Diego’s reputation for its high cost of living, the area near the USD campus features a number of surprisingly affordable rental options, with everything from upscale condos and townhouse to budget-friendly apartments within a reasonable distance of the university.
Explore the College
The Jenny Craig Pavilion hosts the Toreros basketball and volleyball games, as well as special events
Mother Teresa Plaza is a gathering place for students
The statue of San Diego de Alcala is located in the Plaza de San Diego
Fountain in the Plaza de San Diego
The USD School of Law was founded in 1954
USD’s church of the Immaculata was dedicated in 1959
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in San Diego, CA is $2,018 for a studio, $2,390 for one bedroom, $3,013 for two bedrooms, and $3,907 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in San Diego has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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459 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,018/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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652 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,390/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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961 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,013/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,217 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,907/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of San Diego - San Diego, CA (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
University of San Diego - San Diego, CA (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk
Groceries
50
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
70
/ 100
Recreation
University of San Diego - San Diego, CA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Fair Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
50
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of San Diego - San Diego, CA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
20
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
20
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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701 Students
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650 Students
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2,536 Students
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2,147 Students
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2,116 Students
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Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Old Town San Diego Historic District
- Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center
- Sea World
- Mission Bay Park
- San Diego Zoo
Airports
- San Diego International
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