
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $4,200 (297 Rentals) Page 5 of 6
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Barham Villas Apartment Homes

Marlowe Palomar Heights

Teresina

Prominence Apartments

Elan Sevilla

Creekside Village Apartments

Elan Casa Mar

Haven at La Mesa

Pinnacle at Otay Ranch

Haven Poway

Terra Vista

Patrician Apartments

Sunbow Villas

Shasta Lane Apartments

Rosina Vista

The District Apartments

Bonita Hills

Valle at Park

Celsius Apartments

Beacon Cove - Call for Great Specials

Seawind Apartments

Glenbrook Terrace Apartments

Alderwood

Union Apartments

Sommerset

The Residences at Cota Vera

Mariners Point

Veranda La Mesa

Casa Corona

Valle at Escondido

Terre at Canyon

Elan View Pointe

Naples Court

The Somerset Apartments

Whispering Pines Apartments

Pomerado Gardens Apartments

Greenbrier Apartments

Malibu South Apartments

Park View Apartments

Elan Glover Court

Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off*

Shadow Point

ALTA

Valle at Fairway

Horizon
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 | $2,435 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,883 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,658 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,731 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,591 | $792 | $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 $1,050.
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 $3,136.
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 $2,865 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 645 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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.