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5622 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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5252 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Mid-City San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-City San Diego Studio Apartments | $1,940 | $1,500 | $2,230 |
| Mid-City San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $1,450 | $2,680 |
| Mid-City San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $855 | $2,910 |
| Mid-City San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,714 | $3,110 | $4,630 |
| Mid-City San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $850 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 13 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 1 Bed unit found at University Gardens priced from $1,450. Colina Park North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,526. Here are the most affordable Mid-City San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Colina Park North Apartments | Studi 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,526 |
| Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,595 |
| Towle Ct | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 4058 51st St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA
As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid-City San Diego area is the $2.76 price per square foot Plan C4 Model at The Parker in the in the Grantville neighborhood starting from $4,630. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parker | Plan C4 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.76 |
| The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" | 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Talmadge Canyon Park | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave, Unit O | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 4857 College Ave, Unit 20 | 4857 College Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 4219 44th St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Dorchester "Call for Specials" | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 4058 51st St | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Colina Park North Apartments | stud 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid-City San Diego Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mid-City San Diego is under $1,820.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
The cheapest apartment in Mid-City San Diego is University Gardens which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Mid-City San Diego costs $3,605.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mid-City San Diego?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in Mid-City San Diego that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
Cheap apartments in Mid-City San Diego have an average cost of $703 which is $2,902 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mid-City San Diego.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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