
Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,000 (164 Rentals)


10737 San Diego Mission Rd

4413 44th St

6933 Enders Avenue

3238 Ashford St, Unit Ashford

5414 Sparkling Shores Dr

3610 44th St

4364 Alabama St

6541 Bougainville Rd

6416 Friars Rd
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1737 Bayview Heights Dr

3985 Nobel Dr

3989 Nobel Dr

4860 Rolando Ct

8661 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 5

768 Grogan Ct, Unit 766

3133 Clay Ave

5025 Collwood Blvd, Unit TBD

6780 Friars Rd

731-731 Reef Dr
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3225 Columbia St

6814 Waite Dr

4218 46th St, Unit 5

4515 37th St

6048 Bradford St, Unit A

6842 Estrella Ave

1811 Parrot St

3250 Ashford St

8043 Caminito de Pizza

4262 Wilson Ave
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2966 Hires Way, Unit 102

4037 National Ave

5978 Rancho Mission Rd

6386 Rancho Mission Rd

3245 Bramson Pl

3825 Van Dyke Ave, Unit 6

47 Pegasus Ave

4053 Hamilton St

9253 Regents Rd, Unit 1

619 42nd St
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4055 Hamilton St

4688 39th St

6675 Mission Gorge Rd

3266 Ashford St

3011 Boston Ave

2527 Tuberose St

5595 Hamill Ave

1924 Front St

2268 Market St

4218 46th St, Unit 8
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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 | $4,272 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,136 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,894 | $956 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,217 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,051 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,813 | $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 13278 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $525 to $32,808. There are also 2123 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 $12,381.
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 $899 to $32,808, 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 $699.
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