536 R Ave
National CityCA91950
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320 J Ave, Unit 92
320 J Ave
National CityCA91950
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2431 Prospect St
2431 Prospect StNational City, CA 91950
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$4,108
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2304 E 14th St, Unit SI ID1464994P
2304 E 14th StNational City, CA 91950
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$11,358
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1223 J Ave, Unit SI ID1024470P
1223 J AveNational City, CA 91950
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804 S V Ave
804 S V AveNational City, CA 91950
331 E 5th St
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110 Norton Ave
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2130 E 5th St
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729 E 7th St
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930 B Ave
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320 J Ave
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1609 Grove St
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2111 Melrose St
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124 Laurel Ave
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209 E 6th St
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343-345 E 1st St
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2130 E 5th St, Unit 34
2130 E 5th St
National CityCA91950
2134 E 5th St
National CityCA91950
2132 E 5th St
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1207 E 8th St
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223 Southlook Ave
San DiegoCA92113
695 Sea Vale St, Unit 102
695 Sea Vale St
Chula VistaCA91910
423 Colorado Ave, Unit B
423 Colorado Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
700 Selma Pl
San DiegoCA92114
855 Winston Dr, Unit 855
855 Winston Dr
San DiegoCA92114
5762 Olvera Ave
San DiegoCA92114
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110 N 2nd Ave, Unit 55
110 N 2nd Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
6041 Albemarle St
San DiegoCA92139
165 Minot Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
615 Garrett Ave
Chula VistaCA91910
5307 Santa Margarita St
San DiegoCA92114
2381 Adirondack Row, Unit 3
2381 Adirondack Row
San DiegoCA92139
6427 Shaules Ave
San DiegoCA92114
575 E St, Unit 3
575 E St
Chula VistaCA91910
4300 Newton Ave, Unit 61
4300 Newton Ave
San DiegoCA92113
2469 Morningside St
San DiegoCA92139
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2950 Alta View Dr, Unit #295
2950 Alta View Dr
San DiegoCA92139
4965 Federal Blvd
San DiegoCA92102
575 E St, Unit 575 E Street #18
575 E St
Chula VistaCA91910
4314 Z St, Unit 4480
4314 Z St
San DiegoCA92113
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$11,517
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268 I St, Unit SI ID1620663P
268 I StChula Vista, CA 91910
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521 Park Way, Unit 1
521 Park WayChula Vista, CA 91910
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3242 Bonita Rd, Unit 278
3242 Bonita RdChula Vista, CA 91910
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21 B Del Mar Ave, Unit B
21 B Del Mar AveChula Vista, CA 91910
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215 Willie James Jones Ave, Unit 103
215 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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3268 National Ave, Unit B
3268 National AveSan Diego, CA 92113
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How much does it cost to rent a home in National City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| National City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,433 | $1,980 | $6,995 |
| National City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,169 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| National City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,858 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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National City, CAPopulation: 61,431
Ranked #612
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Best Local Schools in National City, CA
John A. Otis Elementary School
National Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (367)
8 out of 10
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What type of rentals are currently available in National City?
There are currently 1281 Apartments for Rent in National City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $11,517. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in National City ranging from $900 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in National City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in National City ranges from $900 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,753.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in National City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in National City range from $2,300 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $11,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,250.
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