Apartments for Rent in National City, CA Under $2,000 (138 Rentals)

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The Plaza
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$1,779 - $2,358
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The Plaza

1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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320 J Ave, Unit 92

320 J Ave
National CityCA91950
property at 2612 E Division St

$1,700

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2612 E Division St

National CityCA91950

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Highland View Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland View Apartments

31 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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The Pines Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pines Apartments

1403-1437 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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Hilltop Villas
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Hilltop Villas

315 E 30th StNational City, CA 91950
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Alta Park Apartments
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Alta Park Apartments

2111-2125 E 7th StNational City, CA 91950
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Parkwood Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Village

2101 L AveNational City, CA 91950
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Sunny View Apartments
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Sunny View Apartments

1809 E 17th StNational City, CA 91950
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Summercrest Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summercrest Apartments

2615 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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Chateau Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Gardens

2424-2440 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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Vista del Sol
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Vista del Sol

1401-1543 Q 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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419-435 Palm Ave
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419-435 Palm Ave

419-435 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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Point Bonita
$1,964 - $3,276
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Point Bonita

250 Bonita Glen DrChula Vista, CA 91910
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420 S Evans St, Unit Evans
$1,950
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 25

420 S Evans St, Unit Evans

420 S Evans StSan Diego, CA 92113
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3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043
$1,800
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3043 Franklin Ave, Unit 3043

3043 Franklin AveSan Diego, CA 92113
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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 National City

How much are Studio apartments in National City?

There are currently 427 Studio Apartments in National City with rent ranges from $1,445 to $2,676 with an average price of $1,950.

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 $1,515 to $3,636 with an average monthly rent of $2,163.

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 $1,843 to $4,320. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,682.

How expensive are National City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 270 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in National City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,195 to $6,313 - averaging $3,476 for the location.

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