
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,000 (52 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,372 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $894 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $819 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,762 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,343 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $8,167 | $1,289 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,301 | $1,899 | $9,412 |
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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 $3,774.
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 $12,681 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 1,034 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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