
Cheap Homes for Rent in City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)
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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 | $3,105 | $2,400 | $3,995 |
City Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,618 | $2,695 | $5,500 |
City Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,400 | $4,600 | $6,900 |
City Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
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There are currently 6 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 Towle Ct priced from $1,549. 2707 Highland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. 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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Towle Ct | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
4067 47th Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $3.10 price per square foot 152922- Renovated Model at Mission Pacific Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value City Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at The Ridge Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Mt Hope 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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Mission Pacific Apartments | 152922- Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
5073 Sterling Ct | 5073 Sterling Ct | 3BR,1BA | $2.67 |
4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
4068 Oakcrest Dr, Unit 3 | 4068 Oakcrest Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
4058 51st St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Pacific Cove | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
4171 1/2 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4171 1/2 | 4171 1/2 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions about City Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in City Heights?
There are currently 864 Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $7,801. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Heights ranging from $1,500 to $6,900.
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 $1,500 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,348.
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