
Furnished Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (190 Rentals)
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Olympus Corsair

4625 Glacier Ave

9452 Larrabee Ave
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STUDIOS435

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6716 N Elman St, Unit apt 1

3430 Utah Street, Unit Studio

3883 Ingraham St

3798 7th Ave

3883 Ingraham St

7205 Charmant Dr

7205 Charmant Dr

10024 Paseo Montril

7205 Charmant Dr
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10635 Calle Mar De Mariposa

375 Camino De La Reina

3883 Ingraham St

4355 Ohio St

4325 Ohio St

354 Rexview Dr

660 Sunnyside Ave

3136 Meade Ave

3078 El Cajon Blvd

6161 Fairmount Ave
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6090 Rock St

13075 Old West Ave

10983 Parkdale Ave

7630 Andasol St

6434 Bullock Dr

5551 Churchward St

9504 Carroll Canyon Rd

13737 Via Tres Vistas

1850 Castellana Rd

10024 Paseo Montril
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8775 Costa Verde Blvd

5019 Hawley Blvd

3407 N Mountain View Dr

5870 Cactus Way

3798 7th Ave

6421 Carthage St

101 River Pk Dr

2230 Qualcomm Way

4124 C St

2796 K St
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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 | $2,390 | $900 | $5,886 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $370 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $1,065 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,864 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,450 | $914 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Diego is at Vive Luxe listed at $370.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Diego is $3,914.
What is the largest Short-term San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 13,185 square feet unit starting from $14,203 at 6168 Cumberland St.
What is the average size for San Diego Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Diego is currently at 917 sq ft.
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