
Apartments for Rent by Owner in San Diego, CA (49 Rentals)


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2520 Haller St, Unit The Overlook, Unit The Overlook

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5456 Gilbert Dr, Unit Gilbert Dr 1 br, Unit Gilbert Dr 1 br

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5553 Yerba Anita Dr, Unit YAD #1, Unit YAD #1

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4250 35th St, Unit 4250 35th St, Unit 4250 35th St

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2222 Julian Ave, Unit Couture Garden Cottage, Unit Couture Garden Cottage

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3067 Broadway, Unit 3067, Unit 3067

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3727 Polk Ave, Unit 3727 Polk Ave, Unit 3727 Polk Ave

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3702 Ingraham St, Unit 3702, Unit 3702

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4510 48th St, Unit 1BR, Unit 1BR
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3854 46th St, Unit apt 7, Unit apt 7

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521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit Fully furnished studio wi, Unit Fully furnished studio wi

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3652 Promontory St, Unit cottage, Unit cottage

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4068 Armstrong St, Unit ADU, Unit ADU

8287 Lapiz Drive

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1150 J Street, Unit 309, Unit 309

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3430 Utah Street, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

801 Ash St, Unit 101, Unit 101

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4055 Crystal Dawn Ln

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4414 1/2 Kansas St, Unit Only one on property, Unit Only one on property
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6421 Gary Ct, Unit 6419 Gary Court, Unit 6419 Gary Court

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830 Felspar St, Unit 830 Felspar Street, Unit 830 Felspar Street

310 -316 Rosecrans St

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4525 35th St

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2169 Brant St, Unit 2167 Brant st, Unit 2167 Brant st

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9326 Twin Trails Drive, Unit Unit 204, Unit Unit 204

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2319 Etiwanda St, Unit F, Unit F

889 Date St, Unit 541, Unit 541

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1150 J St, Unit Unit 217, Unit Unit 217

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9211 Fermi Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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1820 Titus St, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 48, Unit 48

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1030 Opal St, Unit B, Unit B

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1012 15th St, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2

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3041 1/2 franklin, Unit 3041 half, Unit 3041 half

1261 Victor St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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5021 Williams Ave, Unit D, Unit D

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8765 Lamar St, Unit Lamar St, Unit Lamar St

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2520 Fenton Pl, Unit 2520 Fenton Unit C, Unit 2520 Fenton Unit C

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250 B Ave, Unit 250, Unit 250
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321 Greenwood Pl, Unit Private studio for rent, Unit Private studio for rent

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1095 Paseo Entrada

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146 Imperial Beach Blvd, Unit 146, Unit 146

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702 S Tulip St, Unit A, Unit A

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4542 3rd St, Unit 4542 3rd St, Unit 4542 3rd St

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4319 Corral Canyon Rd, Unit A, Unit A

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1536 S Maple St, Unit #2, Unit #2

120 Ballantyne st, Unit Floor Plan 4, Unit Floor Plan 4

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2373 Mountain View Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,388 | $850 | $4,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,904 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,687 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,840 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,945 | $899 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in San Diego is at 3041 1/2 franklin, Unit 3041 half listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in San Diego is $2,664.
What is the largest For rent By Owner San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $3,700 at 4250 35th St, Unit 4250 35th St.
What is the average size for San Diego For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in San Diego is currently at 734 sq ft.
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