
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mid-City San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $1,295 | $2,230 |
Mid-City San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,595 | $2,680 |
Mid-City San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $855 | $3,295 |
Mid-City San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $1,586 | $4,620 |
Mid-City San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $850 | $1,624 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mid-City San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mid-City San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid-City San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Colina Park North Apartments priced from $1,526. Union Grantville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Mid-City San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Colina Park North Apartments | Studi 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,526 |
Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
Towle Ct | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
5048 Wightman St. | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid-City San Diego area is the $2.72 price per square foot Plan C2 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $4,210. The second greatest value Mid-City San Diego apartment is the 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL Model at The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" starting at $2,910 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid-City San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Parker | Plan C2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.72 |
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" | 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
5020 Wightman St. | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
4516-4540 60th Street | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
Dorchester "Call for Specials" | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
5831 Adelaide Ave, Unit CONDO | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Colina Park North Apartments | stud 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
PR Talmadge Apartments | 1x1 Pelican Point Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid-City San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mid-City San Diego is at Colina Park North Apartments listed at $1,526.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment is $1,650 at University Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mid-City San Diego is starting from $1,595 at Union Grantville.
What is the most affordable Mid-City San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mid-City San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Parker and starts from $4,210.
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