2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in National City, CA (686 Rentals)

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Talas Apartments
$2,995 - $3,070
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Talas Apartments

2114 E 7th StNational City, CA 91950
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Vista Palmera
$3,095 - $3,155
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Vista Palmera

310-340 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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The Plaza
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$2,179 - $2,354
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The Plaza

1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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1924 Harding Ave
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1924 Harding Ave

1924 Harding AveNational City, CA 91950
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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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411-421 E Ave
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411-421 E Ave

411-421 E AveNational 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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2228 I Ave
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2228 I Ave

2228 I 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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555 E 1st St
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555 E 1st St

555 E 1st StNational City, CA 91950
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424 E Division St
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424 E Division St

424 E Division StNational City, CA 91950
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811 C Ave
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811 C Ave

811 C 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 Rosebank neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,253 square feet and currently listed start at $3,590. 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$3,590
Woodland HillsExtra Large two bed/two bath1,200 Sq Ft$2,835
Point BonitaDesign 2G201,150 Sq Ft$3,084
UrbanaB41,146 Sq Ft$3,700
Centre Towers Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath1,100 Sq Ft$2,295
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A1,024 Sq Ft$2,697
The KimballTwo Bedroom1,010 Sq Ft$2,900
Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*Two Bed Two Bath1,000 Sq Ft$2,100
Union Apartments2x2 E958 Sq Ft$3,110

Cheapest Available National City 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in National City, CA is the 2-Bed/1-Bath Model starting from $1,850 at Centre Towers Apartments in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood. The second most affordable National City 2 Bedroom is the 2/1 Model at Casa Serena starting at $1,945 in the South Encanto neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in National City is currently $2,678. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Centre Towers Apartments2-Bed/1-Bath$1,850
Casa Serena2/1$1,945
Windsor Heights2-Bed/1.5Bath$2,100
Chula Vista Terrace *$300 Off*Two Bed Two Bath$2,100
Villa Hermosa Apartments2/1$2,150
View ApartmentsDesign 2A$2,181
Casselman Apartments2 Bedroom$2,195
Creekside Villas Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,211
Woodlawn Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,220

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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

in US Census Population by City

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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 Centre Towers Apartments listed at $1,850.

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 $2,678.

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 1,165 sq ft.

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