
Gated Apartments for Rent in National City, CA Under $4,000 (29 Rentals)


SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

12th Street Lofts

Mar at Laurel

The Kimball

Pinewood Apartments

302 S Kenton Ave, Unit B
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Backhouse Apartments

Urbana Chula Vista Luxury Apartments

Windsong Apartments

Beacon Cove - Call for Great Specials
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Casa Estilo - 55+ Active Living Community

Bonita Woods

230 Church

The Broadway

Woodland Hills

Elan View Pointe

Woodlawn Gardens Apartments
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North Bonita Apartments

Bonita Heights Apartments

Elan Glover Court

Park Fifth Avenue

Casa La Paz

Potomac Square Apartments

99 Pepper Tree Rd, Unit Apartment
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2173 Harrison Ave, Unit 2175
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 | $1,905 | $1,395 | $2,950 |
National City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $1,042 | $4,800 |
National City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $1,475 | $4,535 |
National City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,638 | $1,300 | $9,000 |
National City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,339 | $3,579 | $5,495 |
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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 Gated National City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in National City?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in National City is at Woodlawn Gardens Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a Gated National City Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in National City is $2,479.
What is the largest Gated National City Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in National City is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,995 at Elan Glover Court.
What is the average size for National City Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in National City is currently at 700 sq ft.
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