
Cheap Homes for Rent in City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the City Heights area of San Diego.


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City Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in City Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,048 | $2,400 | $3,650 |
City Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,353 | $2,995 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3x2 Model at South Park Place in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,895. 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 | $2.57 |
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 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Mission Pacific Apartments | 152911 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
Parkview Terrace | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
5048 Wightman St. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about City Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in City Heights?
There are currently 861 Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $8,457. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Heights ranging from $1,280 to $3,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Heights ranges from $1,280 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,574.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.