
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)
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Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Valley West Studio Apartments | $2,603 | $1,598 | $2,932 |
Mission Valley West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,698 | $5,808 |
Mission Valley West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,878 | $2,400 | $7,060 |
Mission Valley West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,855 | $4,329 | $10,000+ |
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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. 5747 Lauretta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
5747 Lauretta | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
CentrePointe | Studio (A1) | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.50 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D Model at Apex Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,671. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Apex Mission Valley | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
Fashion Terrace | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
4th Ave Apartments | Model E | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
Loft2015 Apartments | Cosmopolitan-Flat | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Pacific Ridge | B | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
The Margo | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Griffis Mission Valley | Mission Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.86 |
5747 Lauretta | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMission Valley West, San Diego, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,111.
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 $4,064.
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