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Houses for Rent in San Diego, CA

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Houses for Rent in San Diego, CA. 22 Rentals Available
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    10411 Reserve Drive, San Diego, CA 92127
    1 BED $2,692+
    2 BEDS $3,438+
    3 BEDS $4,164+
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    1643 6Th Ave #404, San Diego, CA 92101
    2 BEDS $2,995
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    1220 34Th Street, San Diego, CA 92102
    2 BEDS $3,049
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    11185 Kelowna Rd Apt 42, San Diego, CA 92126
    2 BEDS $2,420
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    1024 47Th Street, San Diego, CA 92102
    2 BEDS $2,795
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    350 11Th Ave. #626, San Diego, CA 92101
    1 BED $2,695
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    1222 34Th Street, San Diego, CA 92102
    1 BED $2,495
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    4861 Conrad Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
    4 BEDS $4,500
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    6523 Judy Lee Pl, San Diego, CA 92115
    4 BEDS $5,000
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    154 Escuela St, San Diego, CA 92012
    1 BED $1,620
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    Unit 124, San Diego, CA 92128
    2 BEDS $2,800
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    8614 Lamar Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    2 BEDS $3,000
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    6920 Country Club Drive, San Diego, CA 92037
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    STUDIO $100
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San Diego, CA rent trends

Rental prices in San Diego, CA have decreased by 0.85% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,985 to $2,960.

Average rent in San Diego, CA

$2,960/mo San Diego, CA average rental price, February 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Diego, CA is $2,960.

    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 29% of apartments. Around 7% of San Diego’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 2% 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 $2,420 and $4,790.

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

    There are 16 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Diego, CA were last updated on 5 Apr 2026.

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

    The average San Diego, CA rental house size is 969 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

    If you are interested in living in a serene house, with no noise restrictions and a backyard, you might want to search through rental homes. More and more people nowadays choose to rent houses because the advantages are unlimited. Social butterflies can throw parties without worrying about Mrs. Jenny calling the police and sunbathers can soak up some vitamin D in the intimacy of their lovely patio. With a large variety of options to choose from, you are sure to find a house out of the 23 homes for rent in San Diego, CA that will satisfy your need for comfort and privacy. Regardless of the size you’re searching for, we have your covered with plenty of duplexes or single family homes for rent. Because your money is important and you want to choose wisely, there are also cheap houses for rent in San Diego, CA starting from $1,620. If you’re open to spending a little more, there are many wonderful rental houses situated in some of the best residential areas in San Diego, CA.

    Pick your house based on how much living space you require

    If you want to rent but are not willing to cut down on your size requirements, rental homes are for you. While large apartments are also great, houses have their advantages. The average house in San Diego, CA provides plenty of living and storage space for you and your family, including pets. Whether you have little children or you dream of being able to accommodate your out-of-town guests, you can choose from houses up to 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom in size. If you and your loved one are newly-weds and need something no larger than a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom home, select the number of beds from the top menu. The right home is waiting to be discovered.

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