Apartments for Rent in San Diego, CA under $3000
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Rewards1 bd $2,125+2 bd $2,675Total monthly cost4580 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rent specials1 bd $2,295+2 bd $2,695+Total monthly cost4.5 (6)5550 Balboa Arms Drive, San Diego, CA 92117Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Rewards1 bd $2,736+Total monthly cost4.0 (15)7039 Charmant Dr, San Diego, CA 92122Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rewards1 bd $2,395+2 bd $2,925Total monthly cost4.5 (1)4464 Castelar Street, San Diego, CA 92107Apply online • Pet friendly
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Rent specials 24 units available1 bd $2,100+2 bd $2,763+Total monthly cost4.0 (42)5540 Ocean Gate Lane, San Diego, CA 92154Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 12 units availableStudio $2,625+1 bd $2,850+Base rent3.5 (1)9085 Judicial Drive, San Diego, CA 92122Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 20 units available1 bd $2,628+2 bd $2,972+Total monthly cost4.0 (26)2242 Gill Village Way, San Diego, CA 92108Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 20 units availableStudio $2,427+1 bd $2,799+Total monthly cost4.0 (139)702 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rewards1 bd $2,125+2 bd $2,675Total monthly cost4580 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 3 units left1 bd $2,732+Base rent4.5 (25)7777 Westside Drive, Suite 118, San Diego, CA 92108Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Rent specials 9 units availableStudio $2,517+1 bd $2,836Base rent4.0 (17)14433 Penasquitos Drive, San Diego, CA 92129Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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19 units available1 bd $2,200+Total monthly cost4.5 (38)7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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9 units available1 bd $2,422+Total monthly cost4.0 (20)9320 Hillery Drive, San Diego, CA 92126Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials1 bd $2,295+2 bd $2,695+Total monthly cost4.5 (6)5550 Balboa Arms Drive, San Diego, CA 92117Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Rent specials 15 units available1 bd $2,299+2 bd $2,665+Base rent4.0 (5)2420 Cardinal Drive, San Diego, CA 92123Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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4 units available1 bd $2,537+Base rent4.5 (5)2100 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Rent specials 19 units available2 bd $2,615+Total monthly cost4.0 (34)455 Dennery Rd, San Diego, CA 92154Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 30 units availableStudio $2,288+1 bd $2,586+Total monthly cost5.0 (3)1509 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Rewards1 bd $2,736+Total monthly cost4.0 (15)7039 Charmant Dr, San Diego, CA 92122Apply online • Pet friendly
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11 units available1 bd $2,815+Base rent4.0 (17)7901 Civita Blvd, San Diego, CA 92108Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 19 units available1 bd $2,362+2 bd $2,755+Total monthly cost4.0 (86)1100 Dennery Rd, San Diego, CA 92154Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 18 units available1 bd $2,224+Base rent4.5 (1)3417 Lebon Drive, San Diego, CA 92122Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rent specials 10 units availableStudio $2,379+1 bd $2,460+Base rent5.0 (1)5080 Camino Del Arroyo, San Diego, CA 92108Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Rewards1 bd $2,395+2 bd $2,925Total monthly cost4.5 (1)4464 Castelar Street, San Diego, CA 92107Apply online • Pet friendly
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10 units availableStudio $1,791+1 bd $2,734+Total monthly cost4.5 (19)6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Frequently asked questions
When were prices and availability in San Diego, CA last updated?
Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 18 Jun 2026.
What are the best apartments in San Diego, CA?
The best apartments in San Diego, CA are: Latitude Apartments at Mission Valley, Pacific Sands, La Jolla Blue Apartments, Citra Apartments and Greenfield Village.
What type of rental buildings are in San Diego, CA?
In San Diego 53% of the housing is rented out compared to 47% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 22% of San Diego's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 57% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.
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Finding apartments for rent in San Diego, CA for less than $3,000 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 1,934 available units in San Diego, CA, renting for under $3,000. On average, $3,301 can get you 981 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.
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