
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA (319 Rentals)
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


13 Months
Avia La Jolla

12 Months, 13 Months
Loft2015 Apartments

13 Months
Town Park Villas

1 Month, 6 Months, 13 Months
River Run Village

7 Months, 13 Months
The Villas at Camino Bernardo

6 Months, 12 Months
Arbor Crest on Fourth

3 Months, 16 Months
Winslow

1 Month, 13 Months
The Penthouse Apartments MOVE IN BONUS

12 Months, 15 Months
Artisan
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3 Months, 14 Months
Strata

13 Months
La Jolla Paseo

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

1 Month, 13 Months
The Plaza Apartments MOVE IN BONUS!*

1 Month, 12 Months
Wintergreen

2 Months, 15 Months
Griffis East Village

2 Months, 15 Months
Instrata Little Italy

1 Month, 13 Months
Dorchester STOP IN FOR MOVE IN BONUS!

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Greenfield Village

3 Months, 14 Months
13th & Market
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Legacy

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The Missions at Rio Vista

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Navajo Bluffs

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The Casas

6 Months, 15 Months
Valentia

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IMT Sorrento Valley

Loma Palisades

12 Months
Hardy Avenue Apartments | Walk to SDSU | 3BR for Roommates

1 Month, 12 Months
The Village

12 Months
6nineteen
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Regents Court

12 Months
Dorado Plaza

2 Months, 15 Months
Griffis Mission Valley

eaves Rancho Penasquitos

3 Months, 12 Months
Veranda La Jolla

3 Months, 13 Months
Mesa Village Apartments

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The Landing at Ocean View Hills

6 Months, 12 Months
3942 8th Ave

12 Months
Arlington Apartments

12 Months
Royal Village Apartments
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Summit Park Village

1 Month
Montierra

Mira Monte

3 Months, 12 Months
Mesa Vista Apartment Homes

3 Months, 5 Months, 7 Months, 24 Months
Olympus Corsair

12 Months
Torrey Gardens Apartments

12 Months, 18 Months
Arrive Mission Valley

1 Month
Del Mar Ridge

1 Month
Ridgewood Village
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,361 | $850 | $8,678 |
| San Diego Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,828 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,450 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,006 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
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San Diego Overview
San Diego is a major city on the Pacific Coast in Southern California and is adjacent to the Mexican border. Home to over 1.3 million people, San Diego is the eighth largest city in the United States and is nicknamed “America’s Finest City”. The major industries are military/defense, tourism, international trade, and manufacturing. There is also a wide variety of apartments in San Diego available for residents who move here to find a great place to call home.
Why live in San Diego, CA?
While the cost of living is higher than average in San Diego, the city offers near perfect weather year round, a wide variety of outdoors activities, beautiful beaches, museums and other cultural centers, and a professional sports events. Fans of local sports have their choice of supporting the San Diego Chargers (football), the San Diego Padres (baseball), the San Diego Gulls (ice hockey) and a newly formed rugby team.
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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 $3,631.
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 14,100 square feet unit starting from $11,565 at 660 Sunnyside Ave.
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 935 sq ft.
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