
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $5,500 (229 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.


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Vantaggio Little Italy

9452 Larrabee Ave

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3942 8th Ave

Arlington Apartments

4040 Twain Ave

3764 Bayside Ln

13350 Pacific Pl
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101 River Pk Dr

10921 Polaris Dr

4353 Park Blvd

7630 Andasol St

7205 Charmant Dr

2990 Mission Blvd

7205 Charmant Dr

13350 Pacific Point Pl

1080 Eighth Avenue-SI FL12-ID1

13385 Highlands Pl
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5551 Churchward St

1773 Torrance St

3883 Ingraham St

10983 Parkdale Ave

4744 Del Monte Ave

2419 Fifth Ave

7265 Charmant Dr

4440 Twain Ave

5080 Camino Del Arroyo

702 Broadway
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2710 L St

101 River Pk Dr

635 Robinson Ave

10024 Paseo Montril

10024 Paseo Montril

2796 K St

334-40 Langley St

1670 Kettner Blvd

635 Robinson Ave

3883 Ingraham St

233 28th St

7205 Charmant Dr

7235 Charmant Dr

610 Del Sol Dr

7205 Charmant Dr

101 River Pk Dr

12067 Alta Carmel Ct

2202 River Run Dr

310 Del Sol Dr

3918 Arizona St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,406 | $825 | $6,332 |
| San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,571 | $855 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,672 | $1,065 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,851 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,881 | $914 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,133 | $6,600 | $7,400 |
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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 $3,683.
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 14,100 square feet unit starting from $12,143 at 660 Sunnyside Ave.
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 916 sq ft.
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