
Gated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (65 Rentals)
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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Strata

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Instrata Little Italy

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13th & Market

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The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS

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Regents Court

Griffis Mission Valley

Veranda La Jolla

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The Landing at Ocean View Hills

Arlington Apartments

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Mira Monte

Olympus Corsair

Arrive Mission Valley

Del Mar Ridge

Carmel Terrace

MBS Studios

Hillside Apartments

Arrive Broadway Lofts
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Vantaggio Little Italy

9452 Larrabee Ave

4625 Glacier Ave

Historic Little Italy Bungalows

Del Oro on Broadway

Prominence Apartments

Mariners Landing

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The District Apartments

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Rosina Vista

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Bonita Hills

Seawind Apartments

Vista Hermosa

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Greenbrier Apartments

Warren Bostonia Townhomes

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Talas Apartments

Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)

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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 | $2,385 | $900 | $5,500 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,711 | $835 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,888 | $914 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,753 | $735 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,930 | $749 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $10,067 | $1,914 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in San Diego is at Fifty Twenty-Five listed at $735.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Diego is $3,170.
What is the largest Gated San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 2,366 square feet unit starting from $4,339 at Altura.
What is the average size for San Diego Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in San Diego is currently at 647 sq ft.
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