
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $5,400 (315 Rentals) Page 2 of 7
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Hills

Allina La Jolla

Griffis East Village

Modera San Diego

Vive on the Park at The Vive Collection

IMT Sorrento Valley

AMP30

Domain San Diego

Winslow

CentrePointe

The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"

Shift

The Casas

Greenfield Village

The Merian

The Village

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Town Park Villas

La Jolla Paseo

Avia La Jolla

13th & Market

Del Rey Apartments

13582 Cantare Trl, Unit Duplex 1B-1B

Dorchester "Call for Specials"

Diplomat Apartments

Mar at Seaside

Park 12 - The Collection

Elan Coco Palms

Lantana Hills Apartment Homes

Summit Park Village

Mar at Primera

Mira Monte

The Plaza Apartments

Navajo Bluffs

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

Park View Hillcrest

Royal Village Apartments

Elan Loma Highlands

Palmilla

Valle at Canyon

View

Studios435: Furnished Studios

Balboa Plaza

Mar at Cottonwood

Canyon Breeze
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 | $2,430 | $1,033 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,680 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,751 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,624 | $792 | $10,000+ |
Explore San Diego
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 $3,166.
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 $2,596 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 648 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.