
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $4,500 (231 Rentals) Page 2 of 5
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Arbor Crest on Fourth

Dorchester "Call for Specials"

Mar at Seaside

Griffis East Village

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

Royal Village Apartments

Summit Park Village
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Mira Monte

Navajo Bluffs

Balboa Plaza

Studios435: Furnished Studios

Mesa Village

Vantaggio Little Italy

1080 Eighth Ave
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4788 W Mountain View Dr

2202 River Run Dr

635 Robinson Ave
San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

9504 Carroll Canyon Rd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

101 River Pk Dr

13350 Pacific Point Pl
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 | $2,347 | $974 | $5,500 |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $834 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,716 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,875 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,618 | $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 Vantaggio Little Italy listed at $1,450.
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 $2,905.
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 15,064 square feet unit starting from $6,700 at 3519 32nd St.
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 788 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.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
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