
Homes for Rent in San Diego, CA Under $2,600 (387 Rentals)


4041 Oakcrest Dr

10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd

3927 Nobel Dr, Unit 70

1970 Columbia St, Unit 516

7425 Charmant Dr

550 15th St

425 W Beech St
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2121 Ocean View Blvd

6275 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 317

17093 Rancho Bernardo

4084 Crystal Dawn Ln

3175 Polk Ave

8509 Villa La Jolla Dr

1775 Diamond St

1642 Seventh Ave

18650 Caminito Cantilena, Unit 294

8312 Lake Murray Blvd
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11530 Caminito La Bar

6151 Rancho Mission Rd

935 Genter St

5836 Lauretta St

12043 Alta Carmel Ct

15363 Maturin Dr
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4744 Del Monte Ave

5055 Collwood Blvd

2284 Congress St

1501 Front St, Unit 304

883 W San Ysidro Blvd

2853 K St

3623 37th St

4540 60th St

1021 Scott St

4330 Idaho St
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5438 Gilbert Dr

4570 Muir Ave

3128 Via Alicante

3768 Cherokee Ave

3151 Via Alicante

222 28th St

3918 Florida St

206 Park Blvd

445 Island

1150 J St

4143 Van Dyke Ave
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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 | $4,145 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,057 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,545 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,640 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,879 | $6,300 | $10,000+ |
San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,128 | $1,180 | $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 13183 Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $792 to $30,000. There are also 2089 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Diego ranging from $650 to $100,000.
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 $650 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $19,906.
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 $850 to $30,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide
Written by: Hayden Goldberg
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.