Studio Apartments for Rent in National City, CA (99 Rentals)

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Windsor Heights
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Windsor Heights

910 Euclid 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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Summercrest Apartments
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Summercrest Apartments

2615 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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419-435 Palm Ave
Studio Apartments

419-435 Palm Ave

419-435 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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1027 E 8th St
Studio Apartments

1027 E 8th St

1027 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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610-620 C Ave
Studio Apartments

610-620 C Ave

610-620 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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122 E Plaza Blvd
Studio Apartments

122 E Plaza Blvd

122 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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1740 E 4th St
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1740 E 4th St

1740 E 4th StNational City, CA 91950
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McKinley Apartments
Studio Apartments

McKinley Apartments

1724-1740 Mckinley AveNational City, CA 91950
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Carlill Auto Court
Studio Apartments

Carlill Auto Court

1414-1430 Roosevelt AveNational 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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1143 Harding Ave
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1143 Harding Ave

1143 Harding AveNational City, CA 91950
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509 E 2nd St
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509 E 2nd St

509 E 2nd StNational City, CA 91950
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610-612 E 8th St
Studio Apartments

610-612 E 8th St

610-612 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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116 Palm Ave
Studio Apartments

116 Palm Ave

116 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950

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1829 K Ave
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1829 K Ave

1829 K AveNational City, CA 91950
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2828-2840 I Ave
Studio Apartments

2828-2840 I Ave

2828-2840 I AveNational City, CA 91950
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1821 E 17th St
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1821 E 17th St

1821 E 17th StNational City, CA 91950
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2110 E 20th St
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2110 E 20th St

2110 E 20th StNational City, CA 91950

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288 F St
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288 F St

288 F StChula Vista, CA 91910
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4177-4187 Eta St
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4177-4187 Eta St

4177-4187 Eta StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Monarch Studios
Studio Apartments

Monarch Studios

2955 Commercial StSan Diego, CA 92113

National City, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available National City Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in National City, CA is found at The Glorias Apartments in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $1,575. Casa Estilo - 55+ Active Living Community in the South Third Avenue District neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 694 square feet and currently listed start at $2,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Glorias ApartmentsStudio750 Sq Ft$1,575
Casa Estilo - 55+ Active Living CommunityA.L694 Sq Ft$2,950
Parkway Plaza Apartments0BR/1.0BA450 Sq Ft$1,750
Eucalyptus Grove ApartmentsSTUDIO A439 Sq Ft$1,910
ParcoStudio Furnished Unit381 Sq Ft$1,975

Cheapest Available National City Studio Apartments

As of June 09, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in National City, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,575 at The Glorias Apartments in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood. The second most affordable National City Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Parkway Plaza Apartments starting at $1,750 . The average price for all Studio apartments in National City is currently $1,918. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in National City:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Glorias ApartmentsStudio$1,575
Parkway Plaza Apartments0BR/1.0BA$1,750
Eucalyptus Grove ApartmentsSTUDIO A$1,910
ParcoStudio Traditional Unit$1,975
Casa Estilo - 55+ Active Living CommunityA.L$2,950

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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 Studio National City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in National City with Studio?

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

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in National City is $1,918.

What is the largest available Studio National City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in National City is a 750 square feet unit starting from $1,575 at The Glorias Apartments.

What is the average size for National City Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in National City is currently 407 sq ft.

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