
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $3,000 (145 Rentals) Page 3 of 3
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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Crosscreek

La Mesa Highview Apartments

Pomerado Gardens Apartments

Shasta Lane Apartments

Greenbrier Apartments

Malibu South Apartments

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Park View Apartments
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Sunset Trails

Reidy Creek II

Woodlawn Gardens Apartments

Casa La Paz

Vista Hermosa

Alta Cima Apartment Homes

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Mariners Point

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Seawind Apartments

Bayview Tower Condominiums

Meadows Of Chula Vista

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55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments

Essex Manor Apartments

Eucalyptus Grove Apartments

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Palm Shadows Apartments

Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)

Vista De Luna

Del Oro on Broadway

Bonita Cedars

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55+ Monte Vista Village Senior Living

Casa Corona

Harborview Apartments

Alta Vista Apartments

Whispering Pines Apartments

Savenna Apartments

Skyline

The Oaks Apartments

Ikaria Apartments

Shadow Point
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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 | $2,399 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,675 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,720 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,148 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,790 | $749 | $10,000+ |
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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 $3,913.
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 14,681 square feet unit starting from $9,826 at 354 Rexview Dr.
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 1,239 sq ft.
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