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

140 Rentals
  1. Building Photo - 4618 Marlborough Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,495

    4618 Marlborough Dr

    4618 Marlborough Dr, San Diego, CA 92116
  2. Building Photo - 515 24th St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    515 24th St

    515 24th St, San Diego, CA 92102
  3. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,250

    517 24th St

    517 24th St, San Diego, CA 92102
  4. 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
  5. Building Photo - 4060 Oakcrest Dr
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    4060 Oakcrest Dr

    4060 Oakcrest Dr, San Diego, CA 92105
  6. Building Photo - 3312 Avenida de Portugal
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700

    3312 Avenida de Portugal

    3312 Avenida de Portugal, San Diego, CA 92106
  7. Building Photo - 504 S 46th St
    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

    504 S 46th St

    504 S 46th St, San Diego, CA 92113
  8. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,395
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,395

    4667 E Mountain View Dr Unit # 2

    4667 E Mountain View Dr, San diego, CA 92116
  9. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    4386 Chelford St

    4386 Chelford St, San Diego, CA 92117
  10. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,690
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,690
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,690

    4239 Montalvo St

    4239 Montalvo St, San Diego, CA 92107
  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,900

    2838 Fairmount Ave

    2838 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
  12. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100

    7460 Batista St Unit Bedroom 1

    7460 Batista St, San Diego, CA 92111
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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

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