
Furnished Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,000 (86 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Diego, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!


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3652 Promontory St, Unit cottage

First and Pennsylvania Apartments

Avalon La Jolla Colony

La Regencia Apartments

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The Lindley

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Alexan Camellia

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Cielo

3034 Beech St, Unit South Park Petite Studio

Asano on Ivy
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2950 Bayside Ln

Olympus Corsair

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Stanza Little Italy

Brickhouse North Park

10th & Robinson

Urbana Rental Flats

13th & Market

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Spire San Diego

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2222 Julian Ave, Unit Couture Garden Cottage
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600 Front Apartments

AVA Pacific Beach

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5456 Gilbert Dr, Unit Gilbert Dr 1 br

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625 Broadway

The Tyler House

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Greenfield Village

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6421 Gary Ct, Unit 6419 Gary Court

Topaz

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4748 Edgeware Rd, Unit Studio
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Estudios de Stanson

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1331 Willow St, Unit BaysideStudio

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

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5809 Lindo Paseo

843 4th Ave

Island Flats

Vantaggio Little Italy

Iconic on Alvarado

Island Village Apartments
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Hardy Avenue Apartments

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Peachtree Inn - Fully furnished units!

Monte

Trolley Court

Arlington Apartments

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Fifty Twenty-Five

Cerca Student Housing

Prisma Student Housing

Zuma Student Housing

Stateside
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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 | $2,407 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,864 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,254 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,098 | $1,074 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Furnished San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Furnished apartment in San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Furnished Apartment in San Diego is at Stateside listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Furnished San Diego Apartment?
The average rent for a Furnished Apartment in San Diego is $4,192.
What is the largest Furnished San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's Furnished apartment with the most square footage in San Diego is a 11,033 square feet unit starting from $10,129 at 451 E Lincoln Ave.
What is the average size for San Diego Furnished Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Furnished rental in San Diego is currently at 856 sq ft.
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