Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (44 Rentals)

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Sixth
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3563 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hillcrest Inn
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Hillcrest Inn

3754 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
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630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
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4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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2330 Union St
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2330 Union St

2330 Union StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Barcelona
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Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Studios on 6th
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Studios on 6th

3560 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Maple Haus
1 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Haus

2642 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2311 4th Ave
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2311 4th Ave

2311 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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3145 Reynard Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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St. Paul's Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Paul's Manor

2635 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Old Town Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Old Town Apartments

2225-2249 Congress StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Secoya Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Secoya Apartments

3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2926-2934 5th Ave
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2926-2934 5th Ave

2926-2934 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Sasan Apartments
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Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Prime
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Prime

1965 Columbia StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Midtown, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 2330 Union St priced from $1,499. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2330 Union St0/1Studio,1BA$1,499
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building StudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Overlook Point ApartmentsStudio Upgraded FlooringStudio,1BA$1,635
Studios on 6th3560 studiosStudio,1BA$1,695
Hilltop TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,698
2311 4th Ave0/1Studio,1BA$1,725
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,725
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,895
Secoya ApartmentsBeechStudio,1BA$1,995
Aspen Park Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $2.42 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 1 bedroom, 1 bath Model at Stanton House Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft Units1BR,1BA$2.42
Stanton House Apartments1 bedroom, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Loft2015 ApartmentsCosmopolitan-Flat2BR,1BA$3.62
Il PalazzoB32BR,2BA$3.79
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.23
GemaA11BR,1BA$4.02
Arbor Crest on FourthStudioStudio ,1BA$3.86
2311 4th Ave0/1Studio ,1BA$3.13
The Anderson - Live in the heart of Hillcrest0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.81
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building StudioStudio ,1BA$4.01

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Midtown, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown is at 2330 Union St listed at $1,499.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $1,725 at Redwood Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $2,495 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.

What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Concert Residences and starts from $4,710.

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