Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,000 (181 Rentals) Page 3 of 4
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

Warren Bostonia Townhomes

Mariners Landing

Prominence Apartments

Woodland Hills

Haven 76

Arbors Apartments

12th Street Lofts

Woodbridge Mount Helix "Immediate Move In"

Casa Lago Eastlake

Teresina

Urbana Chula Vista Apartments

Pinnacle at Otay Ranch

Creekside Village Apartments

Terra Vista

Casa Corona

Sunbow Villas

Rosina Vista

Imperial Beach Gardens

Beacon Cove - $1,200 off move-in

The Avenue at San Marcos

The Fletcher

Bonita Hills

The District Apartments

Glenbrook Terrace Apartments

Sommerset

Talas Apartments

Casa Anita Apartments

Mariners Point

Shasta Lane Apartments

Malibu South Apartments

The Somerset Apartments

Eucalyptus Grove Apartments

Pomerado Gardens Apartments

Park View Apartments

Greenbrier Apartments

Alderwood

Alta Cima

Vista Hermosa

Woodlawn Gardens Apartments
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 Studio Apartments | $2,389 | $974 | $9,453 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,551 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,629 | $930 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,286 | $871 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
San Diego, CA Area Reviews
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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 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
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 $3,769.
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 9,333 square feet unit starting from $2,785 at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection.
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 757 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.










