Apartments for Rent by Owner in San Diego, CA (52 Rentals)

3764 Pershing Ave, Unit 3

4077 Stephens St, Unit 4077 Stephens

2034 San Diego Ave, Unit C

4065 Porte La Paz, Unit 162
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3430 Utah Street, Unit Studio

1813 Oliver Ave, Unit Fl 2

13582 Cantare Trl, Unit Private Guest-Suite 1B-1B

312 Rosecrans St, Unit 312

4435 35th St, Unit 4435 35th Street
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12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo

3434 Reynard Way, Unit Josie

310 -316 Rosecrans St, Unit 310

828 Island Ct, Unit Bigbeachstudio

830 Island Ct, Unit 830IslandCt

2169 Brant St, Unit 335 West Ivy st

1801 Diamond Street, Unit 3-124
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4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo

1108 E Lexington Ave, Unit A

406 Windjammer Cir, Unit 406
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2233 Manchester Ave, Unit 1

18093 Bluegrass Rd, Unit Bluegrass Hideaway

1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy, Unit House

4233 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 4233
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120 Ballantyne st, Unit Floor Plan 4

3519 Gracia Paseo, Unit 2
San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,346 | $974 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $834 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $625 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,739 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,005 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,064 | $871 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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 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 4524 1/2 35th St listed at $1,565.
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 $2,767.
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 1,800 square feet unit starting from $7,500 at 1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy, Unit House.
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 725 sq ft.
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