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Short Term Rentals in San Diego, CA

336 Rentals Available
Short Term Rentals in San Diego, CA. 336 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and white cabinets
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    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    1 BED $2,315+
    2 BEDS $3,058+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3455 Kearny Villa Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
    1 BED $2,831+
    2 BEDS $3,254+
    3 BEDS $4,107+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    2242 Gill Village Way, San Diego, CA 92108
    1 BED $2,630+
    2 BEDS $3,104+
    3 BEDS $4,372+
  • the living room and dining area of a house with a tv on the ceiling
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    7980 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA 92111
    1 BED $2,495+
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  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    5540 Ocean Gate Lane, San Diego, CA 92154
    1 BED $2,177+
    2 BEDS $2,623+
    3 BEDS $3,437+
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    3889 Midway Drive, San Diego, CA 92110
    1 BED $2,518+
    2 BEDS $3,097+
    3 BEDS $4,088+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a window
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    8725 Ariva Court, San Diego, CA 92123
    STUDIO $2,653+
    1 BED $2,953+
    2 BEDS $3,883+
  • an open living room with a couch and a tv
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    4890 Sunroad Centrum Lane, San Diego, CA 92123
    STUDIO $2,538+
    1 BED $2,855+
    2 BEDS $3,780+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a microwave
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    2015 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92110
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,000
  • a living room with furniture and a television
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    8465 Regents Road, San Diego, CA 92122
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a tv
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    10802 Camino Ruiz B, San Diego, CA 92126
    1 BED $2,368+
    2 BEDS $2,992+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    1 BED $2,610+
    2 BEDS $2,960+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4855 Ariva Way, San Diego, CA 92123
    STUDIO $2,420+
    1 BED $2,792+
    2 BEDS $3,500+
  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    220 47Th Street Apt. C, San Diego, CA 92102
    2 BEDS $2,359+
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing

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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    5560 Shasta Lane, La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $2,375+
    2 BEDS $2,836
  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,857+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a carpet and a door to a hallway
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    45 East 12Th Street, National City, CA 91950
    2 BEDS $2,800
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black refrigerator
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    1365 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021
    3 BEDS $3,305+
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    480 Jamacha, El Cajon, CA 92019
    2 BEDS $2,595+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    67 East Flower Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    STUDIO $2,149+
    1 BED $2,208+
    2 BEDS $2,619+
  • a living room with a wall of bookshelves and a pool table
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    2816 Cielo Circulo, Chula Vista, CA 91915
    1 BED $2,454+
    2 BEDS $2,942+
    3 BEDS $3,813+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    1 BED $2,665+
    2 BEDS $2,756+
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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

What is the price of a short-term rental in San Diego, CA?

The price range for a short-term rental in San Diego, CA is between $2,177 and $22,004.

How many short-term rentals are available in San Diego, CA on RentCafe?

There are 798 short-term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 24 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in San Diego, CA?

The average San Diego, CA short-term rental size is 975 sq. ft..

What are the advantages of renting a short-term rental in San Diego, CA?

Short-term rentals offer flexibility and are ideal for temporary stays or transitional periods.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in San Diego, CA?

Short-term rentals typically cost more per month and may have limited availability.

Look for short term rentals near me

Looking for short-term apartments nearby? This option is ideal if you want to stay in the area, or you're still looking for something more stable and don't want to make any permanent decisions yet. Or, simply put, renting short-term fits your lifestyle better. With RentCafe you can now browse short-term apartments near you and compare price, size, location and real reviews from verified residents in your area to see which short-term apartment would suit you best.

You can browse available short-term listings and find your options in any location, whether you're looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city. Just choose the location you want, close to whatever is of interest for you, and we'll take it from there!

Renting a short-term apartment in San Diego, CA

If you’re in San Diego, CA for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in San Diego before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in San Diego, CA is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!

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