2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in National City, CA (659 Rentals)

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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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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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2701 Highland Ave
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2701 Highland Ave

2701 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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630 E 5th St
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630 E 5th St

630 E 5th StNational City, CA 91950
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1919 E 17th St
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1919 E 17th St

1919 E 17th StNational City, CA 91950
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304 E 5th St
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304 E 5th St

304 E 5th StNational 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. Point Bonita in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,150 square feet and currently listed start at $3,020. 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
Point BonitaDesign 2G201,150 Sq Ft$3,020
Casa Estilo - Luxury LivingC.L.1 - 2-Bed/2.5-Bath with Loft1,095 Sq Ft$4,654
Greentree Fountain ApartmentsGreentree w/Balcony1,088 Sq Ft$2,725
Urbana Chula Vista ApartmentsB21,076 Sq Ft$3,556
Bonita CedarsPlan 2A1,024 Sq Ft$2,627
Woodland HillsLarge Two Bedroom Two Bathroom1,000 Sq Ft$2,775
Essex Manor Apartments2-Bed/1-Bath995 Sq Ft$2,000
Casa Corona2-bed/2-bath975 Sq Ft$2,500

Cheapest Available National City 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 15, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in National City, CA is the 2/1 Model starting from $1,799 at Casa Serena in the South Encanto neighborhood. The second most affordable National City 2 Bedroom is the 2-Bed/1-Bath Model at Windsor Heights starting at $2,000 in the Paradise Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in National City is currently $2,742. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Casa Serena2/1$1,799
Windsor Heights2-Bed/1-Bath$2,000
Essex Manor Apartments2-Bed/1-Bath$2,000
Vistan ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath$2,095
Park Crest ApartmentsB1$2,166
ViewScenery$2,184
Casa VictoriaCV2bd1ba$2,195
Rancho Vista2/1 A$2,195
Casselman Apartments2 Bedroom$2,200

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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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Getting Around National City, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 Casa Serena listed at $1,799.

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 $2,742.

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 1,053 sq ft.

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