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Houses for Rent in San Diego, CA

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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table and a television
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    10411 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA 92127
    3 BEDS $3,881+
  • A kitchen with dark blue cabinets and a tiled backsplash.
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    4856 Pacifica Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
    3 BEDS $6,250
  • A living room with a white chair and a blue rug.
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    1246 Thermal Ave, San Diego, CA 92154
    3 BEDS $6,000
  • A living room with a white chair and a television.
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    5122 Ellsworth St, San Diego, CA 92110
    3 BEDS $7,500
  • A living room with a large sectional sofa and a coffee table.
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    818 Rockaway Ct, San Diego, CA 92109
    3 BEDS $11,000
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  • A living room with a white couch and a painting on the wall.
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    1271 Essex St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    3 BEDS $5,500
  • A living room with a blue couch and a television.
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    9599 Vista Tercera, San Diego, CA 92129
    3 BEDS $4,800
  • A kitchen with a white stove and a white refrigerator.
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    7135 Mohawk St., San Diego, CA 92115
    3 BEDS $3,000
  • A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets and a central island.
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    4053 Mount Barnard Avenue, San Diego, CA 92111
    3 BEDS $4,100
  • A living room with a green couch and a ceiling fan.
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    3704 Texas St, San Diego, CA 92104
    3 BEDS $5,300
  • A living room with a fireplace and a television on the wall.
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    5027 Ensign St, San Diego, CA 92117
    3 BEDS $4,750
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  • A living room with a blue couch, a pink chair, and a fireplace with a painting above it.
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    13940 Barrymore Street, San Diego, CA 92129
    3 BEDS $4,580
  • A living room with a blue rug and a brown coffee table.
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    7933 Camino Glorita, San Diego, CA 92122
    3 BEDS $3,500
  • A house with a garage and a tree in front.
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    3706 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92117
    3 BEDS $3,600
  • 6362 Newsome Drive 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    6362 Newsome Drive, San Diego, CA 92115
    3 BEDS $3,350

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  • A living room with a television and sliding glass doors.
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    8246 Caminito Modena, San Diego, CA 92037
    3 BEDS $4,290
  • A house with a brown door is surrounded by green plants and trees.
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    5519 Waverly Avenue, San Diego, CA 92037
    3 BEDS $8,000
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  • A spacious living room with a fireplace and a dining table set up.
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    1127 Virginia Way, San Diego, CA 92037
    3 BEDS $9,000
  • A living room with a grey couch and a ceiling fan.
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    3952 North Granada Avenue, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    3 BEDS $4,000
  • 701 Margarita Ave. 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    701 Margarita Ave., Coronado, CA 92118
    3 BEDS $18,000
  • A kitchen area with a bar stool and a countertop.
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    504 Carlsbad St, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    3 BEDS $3,500
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San Diego, CA rent trends

Rental prices in San Diego, CA have decreased by 0.99% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,998 to $2,968.

Check out the average rent prices in San Diego by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in San Diego, CA is $2,968.

Average rent in San Diego, CA

$2,968/mo San Diego, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Diego, CA is $2,968.

    What's the typical rent budget in San Diego, CA?

    About 20% of apartment rents in San Diego, CA range between $2,001-$2,500. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,501-$3,000 represent 30% of apartments. Around 7% of San Diego’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500. A share of 42% of apartment rentals in San Diego are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in San Diego, CA (42%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Local Guides for Renters

    Getting around in San Diego, CA

    32 /100
    Car-Dependent
    26 /100
    Some Transit
    12 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 32, Transit Score®: 26, Bike Score®: 12

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in San Diego, CA?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,205 and $5,357.

    How many houses are available in San Diego, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 25 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 20 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in San Diego, CA?

    The average San Diego, CA rental house size is 944 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in San Diego, CA?

    Renting a house in San Diego, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in San Diego, CA?

    Houses for rent in San Diego, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in San Diego, CA

    You’ve given it a lot of thought and you’re ready to make the big move. If you’re on the lookout for homes for rent, you should know that the selection is better than ever. In San Diego, CA there are 49 listings to choose from. The average price for rental homes in San Diego, CA is $4,492, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, you can find a good deal for as little as $1,050. Of course, if you’re willing to pay a little extra for the sake of location or certain amenities, just use the menu filters to select the features that you’re looking for and one of the 49 properties renting for up to $11,000 will soon be your next home.

    Renting a house comes with many benefits

    Renting a house brings a lot of benefits and extra living and storage space is the most obvious one. Let’s not forget that a house gives you the privacy of being the only tenant, so you never have to tolerate loud upstairs neighbors again. Whether you’re looking for a smaller 1 bedroom home just for yourself or something bigger, browse the 49 San Diego, CA listings and you will find a wide choice of 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes for rent to fit your and your family’s needs. Don’t forget about Fido! It’s easier to find rental houses that allow pets, plus there’s the added benefit of having a yard that your four-legged friend can enjoy. Speaking of which, now is the time to try your hand at gardening. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!