Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA (142 Rentals)

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Rental terms in San Diego as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

property at 3927 Nobel Dr

$3,050

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 30

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 34

3927 Nobel Dr
San DiegoCA92122
property at 1435 India St

$3,200

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$3,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 13

1435 India St, Unit 204

1435 India St
San DiegoCA92101
property at 6740 Amherst St

$3,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 29

6740 Amherst St

San DiegoCA92115
property at 5551 Churchward St

$4,400 - $7,900

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1 To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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5551 Churchward St

San DiegoCA92114
property at 1035 Hornblend St

$7,500

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

1035 Hornblend St

San DiegoCA92109
property at 6434 Bullock Dr

$8,900

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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6434 Bullock Dr

San DiegoCA92114

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego?

There are currently 13275 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $29,708. There are also 1945 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $800 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 $800 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,891.

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 $29,708, 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 $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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