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The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)
4040-4080 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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The Presidio Apartments
3350 Rosecrans StSan Diego, CA 92110
747 San Fernando Pl
San DiegoCA92109
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Mission Bay, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $2,176 | $1,033 | $2,675 |
| Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $1,124 | $3,945 |
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,661 | $2,220 | $9,130 |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,041 | $3,634 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,495 | $4,495 | $4,495 |
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Ingraham - La Playa Point LP has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,045. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Bay fka Bay Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,078 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $3.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades in the in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,725. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 2x2A Model at Bay fka Bay Pointe starting at $3,784 with a $3.78 price per square foot in the Bay Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Bay fka Bay Pointe | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
| Loft2015 Apartments | Alta- Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| 1438 Pacific Beach Dr, Unit 1438 | 1438 Pacific Beach Dr | 2BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| 1157 Felspar St, Unit 1157 | 1157 Felspar St | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Dylan Point Loma | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Elan Baylofts | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Bevel Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Mariners Cove Apartments | The Sunset Premier | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Bay is under $2,680.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Bay is The Presidio Apartments which is listed at $1,921, while the average apartment in Mission Bay costs $12,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Bay?
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 11 regular apartments in Mission Bay 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 Mission Bay?
Cheap apartments in Mission Bay have an average cost of $358 which is $12,142 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Bay.
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