Furnished Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (188 Rentals)

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property at 5305 Toscana Way
$6,188 - $7,134
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Nov 21
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5305 Toscana Way

San DiegoCA92122

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property at 3883 Ingraham St
$4,550 - $4,800
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 1
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3883 Ingraham St

San DiegoCA92109

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property at 3979 Ocean Front Walk
$30,492

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$30,492
Total Monthly Price$30,492
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 23
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3979 Ocean Front Walk

San DiegoCA92109
property at 7440 Hyatt St
$3,027

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,027
Total Monthly Price$3,027
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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7440 Hyatt St

San DiegoCA92111
property at 1284 University Ave
$5,525

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Base Rent$5,525
Total Monthly Price$5,525
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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1284 University Ave

San DiegoCA92103

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property at 9504 Carroll Canyon Rd
$3,474

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,474
Total Monthly Price$3,474
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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9504 Carroll Canyon Rd

San DiegoCA92126
property at 5976 Baja Dr
$10,870

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$10,870
Total Monthly Price$10,870
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 12
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5976 Baja Dr

San DiegoCA92115
property at 6532 Goodwin St
$8,140

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$8,140
Total Monthly Price$8,140
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 26
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6532 Goodwin St

San DiegoCA92111
property at 1045 32nd St
$11,117

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$11,117
Total Monthly Price$11,117
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 30
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1045 32nd St

San DiegoCA92102
property at 7264 Glenflora Ave
$10,014

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$10,014
Total Monthly Price$10,014
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Dec 28
Furnished

7264 Glenflora Ave

San DiegoCA92119
property at 2658-72 Broadway
$3,612

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,612
Total Monthly Price$3,612
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Dec 1
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2658-72 Broadway

San DiegoCA92102

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Arlington Apartments listed at $900.

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 $4,168.

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 12,916 square feet unit starting from $10,870 at 5976 Baja Dr.

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 1,078 sq ft.

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