
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,400 (7 Rentals)
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3868-72 Mission Blvd

1335 Felspar St
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3993 Jewell St

1648 Oliver Ave

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Mission Bay, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Bay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,826 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,590 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,429 | $7,295 | $10,000+ |
Mission Bay 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,100 | $9,100 | $9,100 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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. Bay fka Bay Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,977. 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 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,977 |
Ingraham - La Playa Point LP | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of April 18, 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 $3,697 with a $3.70 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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Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.70 |
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 |
Loft2015 Apartments | Cosmopolitan-Flat | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Dylan Point Loma | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
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 Mission Bay
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Bay?
There are currently 684 Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,033 to $22,170. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Bay ranging from $2,440 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Bay?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Bay ranges from $2,440 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,503.
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