Apartments for Rent with Specials in National City, CA (33 Rentals)

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Apartments in National City with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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12th Street Lofts
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$2,600 - $2,700Special Offer
1 Month Free One Month Free!! *on selected units. Hurry In, this special will not last!
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12th Street Lofts

45 E 12th StNational City, CA 91950
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Union Tower - Affordable Housing
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$1,908 - $2,621
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$1,908 - $2,621

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$1,908 - $2,621
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Specials For a limited time, receive a $500 one-time rent concession when you move into one of our available 1-bedroom apartment homes. Appl
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Union Tower - Affordable Housing

2312 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
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$1,575 - $1,861Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Offer Enjoy a $99 Deposit. Terms may apply. Please contact the office for details.
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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

2525 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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The Plaza
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$1,779 - $2,358
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$1,779 - $2,358

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1 Month Free Now offering one month FREE on a 12-month lease!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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The Plaza

1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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The Kimball
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$2,450 - $3,750Special Offer
1 Month Free 3 Bedroom Specials Available: 3 Bed / 2 Bath starting at $3,750/month with 1 month free rent, or $3,437.50/month with no free r
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The Kimball

1126 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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Union Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,295 - $3,195Special Offer
Specials $500 Gift Card if you lease on the same day! *Min Term Req’d. Terms apply. Offer Only on Select Units. Offer may change.”
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Union Apartments

245 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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Casa Estilo
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$2,606 - $10,000Special Offer
2 Months Free Sign a new lease with Casa Estilo and receive up to 8 weeks Free on selected floorplans! Book your tour today! Limited time on
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Casa Estilo

795 Third AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Azul Chula Vista
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$2,238 - $4,327
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$2,238 - $4,327

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1 Month Free Up to 1 Month Free! *Restrictions Apply
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Azul Chula Vista

310 K StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Beacon Cove - CALL FOR GREAT SPECIAL!!!!
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$2,550 - $2,995Special Offer
Specials USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* Remodeled Apartments Available!* $199 Deposit On Approved Credit!* *On select apart
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Beacon Cove - CALL FOR GREAT SPECIAL!!!!

536 E H StChula Vista, CA 91910
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$1,753 - $2,342
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$1,753 - $2,342

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1 Month Free Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.
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6670 Doriana StSan Diego, CA 92139
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Woodlawn West - 30 Day Rentals!
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$1,795 - $1,995Special Offer
Specials Fully furnished one-bedroom apartments starting at $1,775/Month with utilities included. Flexible lease terms available. Move-in re
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Woodlawn West - 30 Day Rentals!

285-293 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St
Rent Specials
$4,200Special Offer
Specials Move in Special: Get 1/2 off your 1st month rent O.A.C for new and approved applicants if you Move in on or before August 31, 2026.
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Rodessia Luxury Apartments - 312 S 49th St

312 S 49th StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Woodland Hills
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$2,735 - $3,365Special Offer
Discounts USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* 1-13 Month Leases and Remodeled Apartments Available!* $199 Deposit On Approved Cr
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Woodland Hills

295 C StChula Vista, CA 91910
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Woodlawn Gardens Apartments
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$1,999 - $2,525Special Offer
1 Month Free MOVE IN SPECIAL! Move In Now and Get 4 Weeks FREE RENT *select units only Offer Expires 08/31/2026 Contact the leasing office f
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Woodlawn Gardens Apartments

502-544 Woodlawn AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Sea Vale Bluff Apartments
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$1,825Special Offer
Specials These apartments are conveniently located near Broadway and C Street in Chula Vista. Some of these units have a beautiful view of t
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Sea Vale Bluff Apartments

671 Sea Vale StChula Vista, CA 91910
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The Somerset Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,025
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$2,025

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$2,025
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Specials Call today for our new move in special!
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The Somerset Apartments

115-125 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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Creekside Villas Apartments
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$2,300 - $3,476Special Offer
Discounts Lease the day you tour and get $400 off your 1st Month leasing Special!!!! Hurry, it won't last. Contact the leasing office for mo
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Creekside Villas Apartments

220-290 47th StSan Diego, CA 92102
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property at 4965 Federal Blvd

$3,400

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$3,400

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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4965 Federal Blvd

San DiegoCA92102

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Top Apartments in National City, CA with Move-In Specials Ending This Month

Specials updated: 08-19-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top National City, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

The Kimball

3 Bedroom Specials Available: 3 Bed / 2 Bath starting at $3,750/month with 1 month free rent, or $3,437.50/month with no free rent The one-month free rent concession can be distributed throughout the lease term for lower monthly payments.Expires August 31, 2026

The Commodore

Up to $2,000 off! Limited-Time Offer — Don’t Miss Out!Expires August 31, 2026

Union Tower - Affordable Housing

For a limited time, receive a $500 one-time rent concession when you move into one of our available 1-bedroom apartment homes. Apply today and take advantage of this limited-time offer! Restrictions may apply. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires August 31, 2026

The Plaza

Now offering one month FREE on a 12-month lease!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires August 20, 2026

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

Limited Time Offer Enjoy a $99 Deposit. Terms may apply. Please contact the office for details.Expires August 19, 2026

12th Street Lofts

One Month Free!! *on selected units. Hurry In, this special will not last!Expires August 19, 2026

Plaza 1640

"Ask About Our Look & Lease Special"Expires August 19, 2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in National City, CA

Specials updated: 08-19-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in National City, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Union Tower - Affordable Housing

For a limited time, receive a $500 one-time rent concession when you move into one of our available 1-bedroom apartment homes. Apply today and take advantage of this limited-time offer! Restrictions may apply. Contact the leasing office for details.

Plaza 1640

"Ask About Our Look & Lease Special"

12th Street Lofts

One Month Free!! *on selected units. Hurry In, this special will not last!

The Plaza

Now offering one month FREE on a 12-month lease!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

Limited Time Offer Enjoy a $99 Deposit. Terms may apply. Please contact the office for details.

The Kimball

3 Bedroom Specials Available: 3 Bed / 2 Bath starting at $3,750/month with 1 month free rent, or $3,437.50/month with no free rent The one-month free rent concession can be distributed throughout the lease term for lower monthly payments.

The Commodore

Up to $2,000 off! Limited-Time Offer — Don’t Miss Out!

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National City, CA
Population: 61,431

Ranked #612

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials National City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in National City?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in National City is at The Glorias Apartments listed at $1,575.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials National City Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in National City is $2,644.

What is the largest Rent Specials National City Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in National City is a 1,524 square feet unit starting from $2,600 at 12th Street Lofts.

What is the average size for National City Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in National City is currently at 688 sq ft.

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