Coworking in San Diego: The Definitive Guide

Coworking in San Diego has been on the rise, with many new spaces offering their rooms and services to budding entrepreneurs. But are you confused about the variety of co-working spaces? Baffled as to which one is the best for you? Here are some recommendations to get you started, based on what you’re looking for in a space:

For the Startup: Ansir Innovation Center

For the Enterprising Female: HeraHub

For the Networking Professional: Co-Merge

For the Seeker of Inspiration: 3^rd Space

For the Urban Creative: HiveHaus

For the Social Networker: Kohwork’n

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3RDSPACE
4610 Park Blvd, San Diego CA 92116
619-255-3609

Looking for a space with a “chic industrial vibe”, where you need to exercise your creative muscles? Look no further than 3RDSPACE, a dynamic hub located in University Heights. Coworkers can join a unique community in an interactive, relaxed environment, emphasizing creativity and connectivity.

Rates: Cost of membership starts at $100.
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ANSIR INNOVATION CENTER
4685 Convoy St, San Diego CA 92111
888-882-8833

A relatively new co-working space that’s been on the rise in San Diego, AI Center targets startups and provides them with a variety of accelerator services beyond the average co-working model. Great for the fledging startup, who are invited to weekly events and to join the growing community at the center.

Rates: Day passes are free, flexible monthly options available.
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CEDROSWORKS
444 South Cedros Ave, Suite 175, Solana Beach, CA 92075
619-922-3398

Cedros Works is a flexible space that is centered in Solana Beach, and targets creative self starters. Their membership includes a 3G network, notary services and a roster of experts ranging from product development and business to IP law.

Rates: Starts at $375 a month.
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CO-MERGE
330 A Street, San Diego CA 92101
619-255-9040

Need a fresh, brand-new environment to get some work done? Co-Merge is a new, co-working space that is located in the Financial District. Along with the variety of co-working options, both indoor and outdoor, they also provide conference rooms, virtual offices and event space for networking events. Ideal for professionals who need a productive workspace, Co-Merge begins with its grand opening on July 28^th.

Rates: Hourly rate starts at $10 a hour, or membership at $500 a month.
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ECOHUB
4542 Ruffner Street, Suite 170, San Diego CA 92111
888-277-6304

If your business has the environment’s needs at heart, then you’ll easily find solidarity within Ecohub. The main services that EcoHub offers are innovation space, start-up solutions and a diverse community. Ecohub’s main distinction is that they focus on green and clean-tech entrepreneurs, and offer flexible membership plans.

Rates: Starts at $25 a day.
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EVONEXUS
3398 Carmel Mountain Road, Suite 200, San Diego CA 92121
858-546-4150

EvoNexus is an incubator connected with CommNexus, a non-profit high-tech organization in San Diego. In order to be considered for selection, applicants must apply and pass a rigorous application process. However, the benefits are tremendous, as fledging businesses in the program are given exposure, sponsorship, and access to an exclusive network.

Rates: By application process only.
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HERAHUB
3422 Tripp Court, Suite C, San Diego CA 92121
619-889-7852

HeraHub, the “Workspace for Women”, is designed with the accomplished, entrepreneurial woman in mind. Instead of working home, or from a coffee shop, women can come to this spa-like environment and get connected to resources and a like-minded community. In addition, membership will also give ladies access to exclusive networking events. HeraHub will be moving to a permanent location in Sorrento Valley on August 15^th.

Rates: Memberships start at $49 a month.
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HIVEHAUS
770 11th Ave, San Diego CA
241 14th St., San Diego CA
619-702-6211

When you think of co-working, the first thing to come to mind is probably HiveHaus. With two locations (one in downtown San Diego and another near Petco Park), HiveHaus offers flexible rates for creative, contemporary workspaces that are fresh alternatives to the traditional office.

Rates: Daily rate starts at $35 or $45 a day.
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KOHWORK’N
375 Rancho Santa Fe Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
760-576-4564

Kohwork’n brands itself as North County’s first co-working space for startups, and features relatively low rates for a shared office environment. Designed with community in mind, the space serves as a medium where startups, individuals and organizations can interact with each other and share ideas.

Rates: Day passes start at $20 a day.
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PBC CARLSBAD OFFICE SPACE
2173 Salk Ave, Suite 250, Carlsbad CA 92008
760-579-7300

PBC Carlsbad is perfect for those that are looking for a more conventional office space without having to pay the high fees associated with it. Office spaces come with secretarial spport, copy services, and various administrative, legal and accounting services.

Rates: Virtual Offices start at $74 per month, while Private Offices start at $399 per month.
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VISIONPULSE CREATIVE
5945 Pacific Center Blvd., Suite 510, San Diego, CA92121
858-605-6262

VisionPulse offers CEOs, or creative executive offices, where members can have access to offices or conference spaces without paying a long term lease. In addition to space, they offer design services, consulting and event resources.

Rates: Enrollment starts at $149, with $25 monthly dues
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This is not a comprehensive list of coworking spaces in San Diego; if you have or are developing a space for entrepreneurs to connect, please leave a comment, so we can add yours to the list!