
Apartments for Rent in National City, CA from $500 (195 Rentals)


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302 S Kenton Ave, Unit B
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1432 E 8th St

2936 D Ave

1642 C Ave

2774-27805 Vista Way

129-131 National City Blvd

2547 A Ave

1223 J Ave

1005 E 12th St
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National City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in National City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
National City Studio Apartments | $1,861 | $1,300 | $2,295 |
National City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,248 | $1,042 | $6,000 |
National City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $1,475 | $5,490 |
National City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,631 | $2,585 | $9,000 |
National City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,656 | $3,579 | $5,720 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about National City
How much are Studio apartments in National City?
There are currently 108 Studio Apartments in National City with rent ranges from $1,300 to $2,295 with an average price of $1,861.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom National City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in National City ranges from $1,042 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,248.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in National City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in National City range from $1,475 to $5,490. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,790.
How expensive are National City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 202 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in National City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,585 to $9,000 - averaging $3,631 for the location.
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