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Houses under $3,000 for Rent in San Diego, CA

134 Rentals
  1. Building Photo - 4618 Marlborough Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,150

    4618 Marlborough Dr

    4618 Marlborough Dr, San Diego, CA 92116
  2. Building Photo - 424 W University Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    424 W University Ave

    424 W University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  3. Building Photo - 6708 Barnhurst Dr
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    6708 Barnhurst Dr

    6708 Barnhurst Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
  4. Building Photo - 170 Garrett Ave
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,695
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,695
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,695

    170 Garrett Ave

    170 Garrett Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
  5. Building Photo - 5527 Bolivar St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,695
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,695
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,695

    5527 Bolivar St

    5527 Bolivar St, San Diego, CA 92139
  6. Building Photo - 4204 Cherokee Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,795

    4204 Cherokee Ave

    4204 Cherokee Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
  7. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,845
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,845
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,845

    3684 43rd St

    3684 43rd St, San Diego, CA 92105
  8. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,990
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,990
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,990

    4764 Voltaire St

    4764 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92107
  9. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,975
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,975
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,975

    4358 Aragon Dr

    4358 Aragon Dr, San Diego, CA 92115
  10. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,000

    4243 Mount Everest Blvd

    4243 Mount Everest Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117
  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,650

    3065 1/2 Logan Ave

    3065 1/2 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113
  12. Rent Special
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    3988 Teak St

    3988 Teak St, San Diego, CA 92113
  13. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    3777 Dwight St

    3777 Dwight St, San Diego, CA 92105
  14. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,950+
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,250+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250 - $1,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,250 - $1,950

    1827 Sonoma Ln

    1827 Sonoma Ln, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
  15. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,999
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,999
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,999

    20112 Date Ln

    20112 Date Ln, Escondido, CA 92029
  16. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $2,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,250

    1942 Skyline Dr

    1942 Skyline Dr, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
  17. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,200

    4272 Harbinson Ave

    4272 Harbinson Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
  18. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    591 Imperial Beach Blvd Unit 591 A

    591 Imperial Beach Blvd, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
  19. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,950

    3004 Fairmount Ave

    3004 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
  20. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,750

    5688 Marne Ave

    5688 Marne Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
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Living & Renting in San Diego

San Diego at a Glance

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$2,405
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San Diego, CA Houses for Rent

San Diego, "America's Finest City," offers a coastal paradise with a Mediterranean climate, miles of beaches, and the distinction of being California's birthplace. Renters searching for apartments in San Diego discover year-round warm weather and Pacific Ocean access that create an unbeatable lifestyle blending relaxation and adventure.

San Diego's 52 neighborhoods appeal to every type of renter—from downtown high-rises overlooking the waterfront to beachfront apartments in Pacific Beach and trendy walkable spots in North Park. The city's thriving job market, powered by major employers like Qualcomm, Sharp HealthCare, and UC San Diego, draws both professionals and students. With Balboa Park's 17 museums, the world-famous San Diego Zoo, plus endless outdoor options from Mission Trails hiking to La Jolla surfing, apartment communities here put you close to career opportunities and recreational activities that showcase the best of Southern California living.

Why San Diego?

  • San Diego has several beaches like La Jolla Cove, where you can view sea lions or surf
  • San Diego is home to Balboa Park, a famed park that house the San Diego Zoo and 17 museums
  • The city has year-round warm weather and little precipitation
  • San Diego has a dynamic downtown area with unique districts like Little Italy and the Gaslamp Quarter
  • San Diego is home to the University of California-San Diego and several other institutions

Renting in San Diego

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in San Diego

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Education

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Public High School

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Grades 9-12
2,557 Students
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Grades 9-12
2,557 Students
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Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
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Public
Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
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Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,147 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
715 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,390 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,178 Students
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Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
742 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
701 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
701 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
692 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
692 Students
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Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
650 Students

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