
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Mission Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Valley Studio Apartments | $2,481 | $1,675 | $4,210 |
Mission Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,054 | $1,750 | $6,941 |
Mission Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,833 | $2,400 | $9,808 |
Mission Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,867 | $2,875 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mission Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Astro Vista Apartments priced from $1,550. Hampton Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Astro Vista Apartments | Studio (Astro Vista) | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Hampton Court | 15C | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
The Hills at Fashion Valley fka Fashion Hills Terrace | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,082 |
2911 Adams | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Partial Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Citrino | S-02 | Studio,1BA | $2,190 |
AMP30 | S3: Selena | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
CentrePointe | Studio (A1) | Studio,1BA | $2,213 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley area is the $2.20 price per square foot 6745 S Elman St Model at 6745 S Elman St, Unit 6745 S Elman in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Mission Valley apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D Model at Apex Mission Valley starting at $3,749 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6745 S Elman St, Unit 6745 S Elman | 6745 S Elman St | 3BR,2BA | $2.20 |
Apex Mission Valley | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
Fashion Terrace | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
River Front Condominium Rentals | Sago | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
Arrive Mission Valley | Toledo | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
The Hills at Fashion Valley fka Fashion Hills Terrace | Carmel | 2BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
4511 34th St, Unit 2 | 4511 34th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
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Getting Around the Mission Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Valley is at Astro Vista Apartments listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley Apartment is $1,999 at Hampton Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Valley is starting from $2,400 at Gaines Street Apartment.
What is the most affordable Mission Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Astro Vista Apartments and starts from $3,000.
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