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Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.
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Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Diego Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,390 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,825 | $950 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,678 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,655 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,073 | $792 | $10,000+ |
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
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.
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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Most errands can be accomplished on foot
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San Diego is an amazing city for families, young professionals, and retirees!
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Diego is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Diego is $3,146.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 9,333 square feet unit starting from $2,515 at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection.
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Diego is currently at 647 sq ft.
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