Homes for Rent in the Central San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (42 Rentals)

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property at 1150 21st St

$3,288

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$3,288
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$3,288

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1150 21st St, Unit 1150 21st Street 20

1150 21st St
San DiegoCA92102
property at 2662 E St

$4,425

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$4,425
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$4,425

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 1

2662 E St

San DiegoCA92102
property at 2776 B St

$2,250

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$2,250
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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

2776 B St, Unit 120

2776 B St
San DiegoCA92102
property at 3177 A St

$4,500

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$4,500
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$4,500

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 15

3177 A St

San DiegoCA92102
property at 2849 E St

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2849 E St, Unit Unit1

2849 E St
San DiegoCA92102
property at 3020 C St

$1,650 - $2,875

1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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3020 C St

San DiegoCA92102

Moving to North County San Diego: Costs, Commutes, and Culture

From surf culture to family-friendly neighborhoods, discover the best North County San Diego areas to rent and what they’re like day-to-day.

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property at 3028 Juniper St

$2,250 - $2,350

2 Bedroom Rentals

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3028 Juniper St

San DiegoCA92104

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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property at 2664 L St

$3,199

2 Bedroom Rentals

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2664 L St

San DiegoCA92102

San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Diego and the best places to live with original content written by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 1944 32nd St

$2,800

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$2,800
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$2,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1944 32nd St

San DiegoCA92102
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Central San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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The Student Renter's Ultimate Guide to Finding the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood to Rent

Learn About the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near College Campuses in San Diego, CA | Find San Diego Off-Campus Student Housing

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central San Diego, San Diego, CA

Ranked #119

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in Central San Diego?

There are currently 506 Apartments for Rent in Central San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $11,204. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central San Diego ranging from $1,500 to $6,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central San Diego?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central San Diego ranges from $1,500 to $6,695 with an average monthly rent of $3,069.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Moving to North County San Diego: Costs, Commutes, and Culture

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Sun, surf, clean air, healthy lifestyles, and a coastline that seems to stretch as far as the eyes can see.

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Ditch the Freeway: San Diego's Best Renting Spots for a Shorter Commute

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Hey there! I’m Hayden, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for San Diego.

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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood for Student Renters

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Choosing the right place to live during your college years can make or break your collegiate experience. My name is Hayden, I’m a San Diego area expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com and have been in the real estate world for years.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.