
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments

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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 |
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Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $2,193 | $1,033 | $2,870 |
Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $1,124 | $4,295 |
Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,664 | $2,220 | $8,500 |
Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,984 | $3,455 | $10,000+ |
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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. The Villager! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
The Villager! | 0/1 Ocean View | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | Jetty | Studio,1BA | $2,102 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $3.11 price per square foot B1 Model at Dylan Point Loma in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $3,812. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the Daybreak Model at Bay fka Bay Pointe starting at $3,775 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. |
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Dylan Point Loma | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | Daybreak | 2BR,2BA | $3.78 |
Loma Palisades | 2 Bedroom Townhome Palms | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
1157 Felspar St, Unit 1157 | 1157 Felspar St | 2BR,1BA | $3.94 |
1133 Grand Ave | 1133-1139 1/2 Grand Ave. | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Bevel Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
1156 Hornblend St (Viking Pacific Apts) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
Gables Point Loma | F | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
Loft2015 Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Bay is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment is $2,219 at Gables Point Loma.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay is starting from $2,645 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,455.
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