
Homes for Rent by Owner in San Diego, CA (181 Rentals)


10699 San Diego Mission Rd, Unit #205

6275 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 317

3935 Nobel Dr, Unit 117

9949 Erma Rd, Unit 204

1050 Island Ave, Unit M2I 408

1150 J St, Unit #205

2059 5th Ave

5648 Lauretta St

1780 Kettner Blvd, Unit 516
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4014 Honeycutt St

5027 Campanile Dr

8360 Neva Ave

3020 C St

3312 Avenida de Portugal

857 16th St

7063 Eldridge St

3939 Illinois St, Unit 29

3989 Nobel Dr, Unit #356 Private Room+Bath

8665 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 16
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3969 Nobel Dr

5732 Michael St

3965 Nobel Dr

2950 Alta View Dr, Unit #295

2776 B St, Unit 120

3050 Rue Dorleans, Unit 346

6180 Agee St, Unit 161

2849 E St, Unit 1

3520 Lebon Dr, Unit 5221

8644 Via Mallorca, Unit D
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889 Date St, Unit 143

3777 Dwight St

1225 Island Ave, Unit 510

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

1979 Avenida Del Mexico, Unit 126

3907 Georgia St, Unit 5

11835 Caminito Ronaldo, Unit 215

4746 Idaho St

1642 7th Ave, Unit 222

17181 W Bernardo Dr, Unit 208
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6191 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 108

3520 Lebon Dr

3550 Lebon Dr

5540 Lindo Paseo, Unit 5540 Lindo Paseo

13219 Wimberly Sq, Unit 301

6694 University Ave

8680 New Salem St, Unit 147

4848 Diane Ave

425 W Beech, Unit 336

2625 1/2 E St
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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 | $4,132 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,085 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,471 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,373 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,221 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $47,914 | $6,500 | $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 13364 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $719 to $30,917. There are also 2160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $810 to $95,000.
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 $810 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,048.
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 $1,165 to $30,917, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $719.
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