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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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Punta Lara
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Punta Lara

3111 Fenelon StSan Diego, CA 92106
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Avalon La Jolla Colony
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon La Jolla Colony

7205-7295 Charmant DrSan Diego, CA 92122
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The Casas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Casas

8510 Capricorn WaySan Diego, CA 92126
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Vera Cortez Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vera Cortez Hill

1399 Ninth AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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Villa Marina
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Marina

1502 Scott StSan Diego, CA 92106
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Mesa Village
Studio Apartments

Mesa Village

5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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4030 Front St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4030 Front St

4030 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Living Q
Studio Apartments

Living Q

1903-1911 K StSan Diego, CA 92102
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Teresina
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$2,716 - $3,547
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Teresina

1250-1251 Santa Cora AveChula Vista, CA 91913
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Haven76
$2,703 - $3,898
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Haven76

2412-2424 S Escondido BlvdEscondido, CA 92025
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Sunbow Villas
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$2,510 - $5,212
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 5

Sunbow Villas

720-790 Paso de LuzChula Vista, CA 91911
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Talas Apartments
$2,510 - $3,070
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Talas Apartments

2114 E 7th StNational City, CA 91950
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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 $3,493.

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 9,902 square feet unit starting from $9,161 at 1059 Gillespie 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 828 sq ft.

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