Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $5,400 (322 Rentals)Page 3 of 7
Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

Balboa Plaza

3563 Promontory St, Unit Sail Bay

6350 Lake Alamor Ave, Unit Cute on Cul-De-Sac

1111 S 43rd St

1111 S 43rd St

13385 Highlands Pl

2990 Mission Blvd

3808 Mykonos Ln

7245 Charmant Dr

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

2948 Franklin Ave

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

310 Del Sol Dr

101 River Pk Dr

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

2202 River Run Dr

4746 Del Monte Ave

1115 S 43rd St

1115 S 43rd St

4353 Park Blvd

4353 Park Blvd

6161 Fairmount Ave

4440 Twain Ave

6161 Fairmount Ave

10062 Paseo Montril

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd

8312 Lake Murray Blvd
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 | $2,408 | $1,033 | $8,787 |
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $950 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $855 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,701 | $930 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,511 | $850 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,706 | $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
Hayden • 4+ years in San Diego
March 6, 2025San Diego is an amazing city for families, young professionals, and retirees!
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 $3,123.
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 $2,694 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 651 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.

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.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.