
Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA (972 Rentals)
Homes for rent in San Diego that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


5653 Riley St, Unit 102

1775 Diamond St, Unit The Plaza

5938 Riley St

5315 Morning Sage Way

3989 Nobel Dr

3969 Nobel Dr

3979 Nobel Dr, Unit #312 Private bedroom/Bath

3975 Nobel Dr, Unit #290 Private Room+Bath

3965 Nobel Dr
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2950 Alta View Dr, Unit #295

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 1409

5942 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 139

1080 Park Blvd, Unit 1206

2776 B St, Unit 120

2732 Treat St

550 15th St, Unit 401

6930 Hyde Park Dr, Unit 108

3535 Monroe Ave, Unit #35

1551 4th Ave, Unit 712
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4602 Cherokee Ave, Unit 4602

2266 Grand Ave, Unit 22

4204 Cherokee Ave

5252 Balboa Arms Dr, Unit 177

3987 Nobel Dr, Unit 337

3520 Lebon Dr

3550 Lebon Dr

3988 Teak St

3684 43rd St

1025 Island, Unit 310
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8022 Linda Vista Rd, Unit 2i

3687 44th St

3004 Fairmount Ave

1501 Front St, Unit 629

10303 Azuaga St, Unit 13

1642 7th Ave, Unit 331

321 10th, Unit 904

3426 Cherokee Ave, Unit 3426

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 34

1501 Front St, Unit 102
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4248 35th St

5305 Santa Margarita St

12178 Rancho Bernardo Rd, Unit B

2222 W Dunlop St

3919 Normal St, Unit 107

7515 Charmant Dr, Unit 1411

1150 J St, Unit 107

4239 Montalvo St

3685 44th St

3985 Nobel Dr, Unit 321
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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 | $4,199 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,378 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,022 | $956 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,005 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,592 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $26,574 | $6,095 | $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 13285 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $28,966. There are also 2091 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $850 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 $850 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,590.
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 $1,275 to $28,562, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $956 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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