Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)

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630 W Washington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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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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Bel Vue Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Vue Terrace

1336-1348 Brunner StSan Diego, CA 92110
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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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Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mission Valley West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gaines Street Apartment priced from $2,000. 4th Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gaines Street Apartment1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,000
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)1BR,1BA$2,195
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom - Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,198

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.57 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D Model at Apex Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,749. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the Brentwood Model at Fashion Terrace starting at $3,000 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Apex Mission Valley2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D2BR,2BA$3.57
Fashion TerraceBrentwood2BR,2BA$2.89
Pacific RidgeB1BR,1BA$3.80
Ruby at The SocietyOne Bedroom A21BR,1BA$3.91
Gaines Street Apartment2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.20
Bradbury at The SocietyA2 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.13
The Margo1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.02
4th Ave ApartmentsModel B (Luxury Vinyl Flooring)1BR,1BA$3.43
Arbor Crest on FourthOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$3.59
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA

Ranked #33

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Mission Valley West, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Mission Valley West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Valley West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Valley West is at CentrePointe listed at $2,213.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment is $2,000 at Gaines Street Apartment.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Valley West is starting from $2,400 at Gaines Street Apartment.

What is the most affordable Mission Valley West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mission Valley West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apex Mission Valley and starts from $4,510.

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