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Apartments in National City with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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Ridgeway
Studio Apartments

Ridgeway

2608 Ridgeway DrNational City, CA 91950
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Vista Palmera
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Palmera

310-340 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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Harborview Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harborview Apartments

819-825 D AveNational City, CA 91950
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Overlook on 9th
2 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook on 9th

1819 E 9th StNational City, CA 91950
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1907-1915 Highland Ave
Studio Apartments

1907-1915 Highland Ave

1907-1915 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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341 F Ave
Studio Apartments

341 F Ave

341 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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1143 Harding Ave
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1143 Harding Ave

1143 Harding AveNational City, CA 91950
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228-238 Palm Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

228-238 Palm Ave

228-238 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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411-421 E Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

411-421 E Ave

411-421 E AveNational City, CA 91950
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314 E 31st St
Studio Apartments

314 E 31st St

314 E 31st StNational City, CA 91950
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3102 E 16th St
4 Bedroom Apartments

3102 E 16th St

3102 E 16th StNational City, CA 91950
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555 E 1st St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

555 E 1st St

555 E 1st StNational City, CA 91950
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1903 E 18th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1903 E 18th St

1903 E 18th StNational City, CA 91950
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Kimball Highland
Studio Apartments

Kimball Highland

1221 D AveNational City, CA 91950
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1825-1843 C Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1825-1843 C Ave

1825-1843 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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522-526 C Ave
Studio Apartments

522-526 C Ave

522-526 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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1915 A Ave
Studio Apartments

1915 A Ave

1915 A AveNational City, CA 91950
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1810-1824 L Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1810-1824 L Ave

1810-1824 L AveNational City, CA 91950
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2752-56 E 18th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2752-56 E 18th St

2752-56 E 18th StNational City, CA 91950
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The Ariel
Studio Apartments

The Ariel

704 E 19th StNational City, CA 91950
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San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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La Bonita
2 Bedroom Apartments

La Bonita

4095 Bonita RdBonita, CA 91902
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The Mark At Bonita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mark At Bonita

3240-3248 Bonita RdChula Vista, CA 91910
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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 103 Studio Apartments in National City with rent ranges from $1,575 to $2,950 with an average price of $3,784.

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 $4,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,253.

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 $4,320. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,720.

How expensive are National City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 198 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in National City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $850 to $9,000 - averaging $3,706 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.