Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (15 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Heights Studio Apartments | $2,076 | $1,550 | $3,483 |
City Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,461 | $1,699 | $6,919 |
City Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,847 | $1,699 | $8,457 |
City Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $2,900 | $4,295 |
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Cheapest Available City Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Heights area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 2715 44th St priced from $1,550. Towle Ct has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here are the most affordable City Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2715 44th St | Studio (nr) | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Towle Ct | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
5048 Wightman St. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
4057 Marlborough Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $2.30 price per square foot 3x2 Model at South Park Place in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value City Heights apartment is the 3555 37th Street Model at 3555 37th Street, Unit B starting at $2,900 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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South Park Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
3555 37th Street, Unit B | 3555 37th Street | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
5020 Wightman St. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
Ollie North Park Lofts | The Chicago | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Mission Pacific Apartments | 152911 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
5048 Wightman St. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Heights is at 2715 44th St listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment is $1,699 at 5048 Wightman St..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Heights is starting from $1,995 at 3555-3565 42nd St.
What is the most affordable City Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Park Place and starts from $3,495.
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