Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $1,500 (40 Rentals)

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property at 3435 Isla Vista Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 6

3435 Isla Vista Dr

San DiegoCA92105
property at 6120 Decena Dr

$1,400 - $2,895

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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6120 Decena Dr

San DiegoCA92120

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property at 4173 Dellwood St

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

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Available Jul 1

4173 Dellwood St

San DiegoCA92111
property at 2945 32nd St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

2945 32nd St

San DiegoCA92104

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property at 4419 Via Amable

$956

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$956

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$956

4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

4419 Via Amable

San DiegoCA92122

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property at 591 Imperial Beach Blvd

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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591 Imperial Beach Blvd, Unit 591 A

591 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial BeachCA91932
property at 336 Travelodge Dr

$1,375

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$1,375

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$1,375

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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336 Travelodge Dr

El CajonCA92020
property at 520 Sandalwood Pl

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

520 Sandalwood Pl, Unit sandalwoodplace

520 Sandalwood Pl
EscondidoCA92027

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property at 935 Avocado Ave

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

935 Avocado Ave

El CajonCA92020
property at 1827 Sonoma Ln

$1,250 - $1,950

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$1,250 - $1,950

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$1,250 - $1,950

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1827 Sonoma Ln

Lemon GroveCA91945
property at 4272 Harbinson Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4272 Harbinson Ave

La MesaCA91942
property at 10299 Alphonse St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

10299 Alphonse St

SanteeCA92071
property at 1223 Helix St

$950

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$950

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$950

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1223 Helix St

Spring ValleyCA91977
property at 10157 Fabled Waters Ct

$950

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$950

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$950

1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

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10157 Fabled Waters Ct

Spring ValleyCA91977

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego?

There are currently 13262 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $735 to $28,966. There are also 2053 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 $11,697.

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 $914 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 $735.

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