Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,500 (380 Rentals)

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property at 10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd, Unit 206

10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd
San DiegoCA92131

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property at 8785 Navajo Rd

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8785 Navajo Rd, Unit 11

8785 Navajo Rd
San DiegoCA92119
property at 350 W Ash St

$2,500

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$2,500
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$2,500

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 1

350 W Ash St, Unit 711

350 W Ash St
San DiegoCA92101
property at 1080 Park Blvd

$1,900 - $5,950

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$2,482
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$18
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$2,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1080 Park Blvd

San DiegoCA92101

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property at 1021 Scott St

$2,495

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$2,495
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$2,495

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1021 Scott St, Unit 252

1021 Scott St
San DiegoCA92106
property at 4618 Marlborough Dr

$2,495

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$2,495
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$2,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4618 Marlborough Dr

San DiegoCA92116
property at 3993 Jewell St

$2,495 - $2,695

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Apr 3

3993 Jewell St

San DiegoCA92109

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property at 889 Date St

$2,495 - $3,600

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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889 Date St

San DiegoCA92101
property at 3211 Euclid Ave

$2,450

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$2,432
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$18
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$2,450

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 3

3211 Euclid Ave

San DiegoCA92105

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property at 1435 India St

$2,400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1435 India St, Unit 516

1435 India St
San DiegoCA92101

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego

What type of rentals are currently available in San Diego?

There are currently 13274 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $30,141. There are also 2055 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $700 to $85,000.

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 $700 to $85,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,664.

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 $1,065 to $19,239, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,395 to $65,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $875.

Expert Rental Resources

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect San Diego Neighborhood for Student Renters

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Choosing the right place to live during your college years can make or break your collegiate experience. My name is Hayden, I’m a San Diego area expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com and have been in the real estate world for years.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.