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


7002 Linda Vista Rd

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4384 38th St

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5962 Rancho Mission Rd

Gaines Street Apartment

CentrePointe

4439 North Ave
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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 | $2,559 | $1,800 | $4,415 |
Mission Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $1,800 | $6,974 |
Mission Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $2,400 | $9,279 |
Mission Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,730 | $2,695 | $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 1 Bed unit found at 4325 Texas St priced from $1,799. Gaines Street Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. 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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4325 Texas St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
CentrePointe | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $2,036 |
2911 Adams | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
The Hills at Fashion Valley fka Fashion Hills Terrace | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,121 |
Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,330 |
The Townsend | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,360 |
River Run Village | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,412 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA
As of May 04, 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 1889 Coolidge St Model at 1889 Coolidge St, Unit 1889 starting at $3,850 with a $3.01 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 |
1889 Coolidge St, Unit 1889 | 1889 Coolidge St | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
Bradbury at The Society | C4 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
IMT Mission Valley | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
7336 Fulton St, Unit 7336 Fulton Street | 7336 Fulton St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
Apex Mission Valley | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
Fashion Terrace | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
River Front Condominium Rentals | Royal | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
4325 Texas St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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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 CentrePointe listed at $2,036.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley Apartment is $1,799 at 4325 Texas St.
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 6728 Thomson Ct and starts from $4,200.
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