
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA (606 Rentals)


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241 50th St, Unit 41

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451 27th St

3292 Karok Ave

4762 Voltaire St

4239 Montalvo St
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7154 Peter Pan Ave

2222 W Dunlop St

4646 51st St

17023 Calle Trevino

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2919 E St

352 65th St

6747 Friars Rd, Unit 113

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5371 Saxon St

1845 Reed Ave

3958 Lamont St

4080 Sequoia St

1035 Hornblend St

7773 Eagle Ridge Dr

819 Ostend Ct

1196 Danober Dr

7446 N Judson St
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4124 C St

3781 Ashford St

4853 Twain Ave

7211 Eads Ave

376 San Antonio Ave

1079 Sapphire St

5551 Churchward St

5008 Onstad St

1240 Grand Ave
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551 Hawthorn St

714 Isthmus Ct

4129 Vermont St

4916 Long Branch Ave

1072 Johnson Ave

3270 Cedar St

10983 Parkdale Ave

2420 Torrey Pines Rd

4744 Del Monte Ave

3259 Highview Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,075 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,849 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,259 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,314 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,937 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,455 | $1,360 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego?
There are currently 13266 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $855 to $21,832. There are also 2536 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $600 to $85,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Diego ranges from $600 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,822.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Diego?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Diego range from $930 to $20,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $875.
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