3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,900 (115 Rentals)

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Paseo Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Place

5665 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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Bandar Salaam
3 Bedroom Apartments

Bandar Salaam

3810 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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50th Street Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

50th Street Villas

3845 50th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Parkside
3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside

4035 Park Haven CtSan Diego, CA 92113

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Stateside
3 Bedroom Apartments

Stateside

6151 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Old Town Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Old Town Apartments

2225-2249 Congress StSan Diego, CA 92110
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City Heights Square
3 Bedroom Apartments

City Heights Square

4029 43rd StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Imperial Pacific Village
3 Bedroom Apartments

Imperial Pacific Village

1551 Saturn BlvdSan Diego, CA 92154
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Hollywood Palms
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hollywood Palms

4350-4394 Home AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Park Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place

5188 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Casa De Lago
3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa De Lago

4145 Iowa StSan Diego, CA 92104
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Harbor View Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor View Villas

404 N 47th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Valencia Pointe
3 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Pointe

5930 Division StSan Diego, CA 92114
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Kalos Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Kalos Apartments

3783-3825 Florida StSan Diego, CA 92104
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2253-2285 Dunlop St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2253-2285 Dunlop St

2253-2285 Dunlop StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Rio Vista
3 Bedroom Apartments

Rio Vista

1190 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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Pico Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pico Apartments

4639 Pico StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Beadnell Village
3 Bedroom Apartments

Beadnell Village

6520 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Park 12 Podium
3 Bedroom Apartments

Park 12 Podium

202 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101

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Getting Around San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Diego with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Diego is at College View listed at $2,250.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Diego Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Diego is $4,681.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 3,195 square feet unit starting from $17,177 at The Merian.

What is the average size for San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Diego is currently 1,573 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.