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The Plaza
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1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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1207 E 8th St

National CityCA91950
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215 A Ave
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215 A Ave

215 A AveNational City, CA 91950
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419-435 Palm Ave
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419-435 Palm Ave

419-435 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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1909 C Ave
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1909 C Ave

1909 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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420-430 Q Ave
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420-430 Q Ave

420-430 Q AveNational City, CA 91950
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1740 E Plaza Blvd
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1740 E Plaza Blvd

1740 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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1123 E 7th St
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1123 E 7th St

1123 E 7th StNational City, CA 91950
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411-421 E Ave
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411-421 E Ave

411-421 E AveNational City, CA 91950

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206 D Ave
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206 D Ave

206 D AveNational City, CA 91950
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2040 Prospect St
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2040 Prospect St

2040 Prospect StNational City, CA 91950
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1642 C Ave
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1642 C Ave

1642 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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204 E 2nd St
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204 E 2nd St

204 E 2nd StNational City, CA 91950
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2228 I Ave
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2228 I Ave

2228 I AveNational City, CA 91950
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Aloha Terrace
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Aloha Terrace

138 Norton AveNational City, CA 91950
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Villa Real
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Villa Real

304-320 J AveNational City, CA 91950

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Largest Available National City 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in National City, CA is found at Bayview Hills – Military Housing in the Bay Terraces neighborhood and is 1,624 square feet priced from $3,579. The Commodore in the National City neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,253 square feet and currently listed start at $3,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bayview Hills – Military Housingbyvb1.51,624 Sq Ft$3,579
The Commodore2x2_12531,253 Sq Ft$3,395
Point BonitaDesign 2I201,187 Sq Ft$3,281
Greentree Fountain ApartmentsGreentree w/Balcony1,088 Sq Ft$2,595
14 on HardingFlat1,088 Sq Ft$2,995
UrbanaB61,071 Sq Ft$3,255
Casa EstiloCL-21,066 Sq Ft$3,356
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A1,024 Sq Ft$2,287
The KimballTwo Bedroom1,010 Sq Ft$2,900
Woodland HillsLarge Two Bedroom Two Bathroom1,000 Sq Ft$2,735

Cheapest Available National City 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 24, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in National City, CA is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI Model starting from $1,843 at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable in the Balboa Park neighborhood. The second most affordable National City 2 Bedroom is the 2/1 Model at Casa Serena starting at $1,950 in the South Encanto neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in National City is currently $2,693. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI$1,843
Casa Serena2/1$1,950
Bayview Tower Condominiums2 Bedroom Small$1,975
Villa Hermosa Apartments2/1 R$2,095
View ApartmentsDesign 2A$2,100
WJJ2BR/1.0BA$2,234
Union Tower - Affordable Housing2-Bed/1-Bath - 60% AMI$2,281
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A$2,287
Park Crest ApartmentsB1$2,296
Creekside Villas Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,300

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National City Overview

The second-oldest city in the vicinity of San Diego County, National City is a southern California destination that currently acts as home to well over 50,000 residents. Known as a tourist destination among the scenic shores of the west coast, National City is an excellent city well worth discovering.

Why live in National City, CA?

When it comes to west coast living, it doesn't get much more 'California' than a rental in National City, seaside views, excellent fish tacos and, you guessed it, plenty of surfboards help define this relaxed cityscape. The locals are generally to be found warm and welcoming, and this intangible ambiance carries through to the quaint eateries and charming shops that line downtown. Close enough to San Diego to offer a steady job market while still feeling a world away from the concept of a 'large city', National City is a truly idyllic place to call home.

National City, CA
Population: 61,431

Ranked #612

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom National City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in National City with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in National City is at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable listed at $1,843.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom National City Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in National City is $2,693.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom National City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in National City is a 1,624 square feet unit starting from $3,579 at Bayview Hills – Military Housing.

What is the average size for National City 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in National City is currently 1,094 sq ft.

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