
1 Bedroom Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA (350 Rentals)


2625 1/2 E St

425 W Beech St, Unit Acqua Vista

4770 55th St, Unit 4770 ROOM

5027 Campanile Dr

3304 Baltimore St

4042 Delta St, Unit Downstairs

8510 Westmore Rd, Unit APT 277

3020 C St

4180 Louisiana St, Unit 2H
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3570 Granada Ave, Unit apartment

8665 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 16

3989 Nobel Dr, Unit #356 Private Room+Bath

4255 33rd St, Unit 2

3965 Nobel Dr, Unit 236 Private Room+Bath

6012 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 312

3950 Cleveland Ave, Unit 104

8661 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 5

2950 Alta View Dr, Unit #295

3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207
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2849 E St, Unit 1

1225 Island Ave, Unit 510

5765 Friars Rd, Unit Unit

875 G St, Unit 508

3535 Madison Ave, Unit 226

4746 Idaho St

6275 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 317

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

1642 7th Ave, Unit 222

1615 Hotel Cir S, Unit D103
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530 K St, Unit San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

12530 Carmel Creek Rd, Unit 132

8680 New Salem St, Unit 147

4848 Diane Ave

425 W Beech, Unit 336

425 W Beech St

948 G St, Unit 20

4837 Gardena Ave

1642 7th Ave, Unit 221

3969 Nobel Dr
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702 Ash St, Unit El Cortez

2645 Garnet Ave

3791 Elliott St, Unit Elliot

3426 Cherokee Ave, Unit 3426

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 34

1501 Front St, Unit 235

800 The Mark Ln, Unit 1802

1855 Diamond St, Unit 5-232

5551 Churchward St

4513 Piute Pl, Unit 4513 Piute Pl. 7
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,248 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,103 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,011 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,695 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,513 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $36,960 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego?
There are currently 13374 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $719 to $30,492. There are also 2046 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $810 to $95,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Diego ranges from $810 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,119.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Diego?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Diego range from $1,165 to $30,492, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,525 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $719.
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