Cheap Homes for Rent in National City, CA from $900 (23 Rentals)
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10 Caminito Estrella

6342 Plaza Cuernavaca

6116 Brooklyn Ave

5527 Bolivar St

4037 National Ave

320 J Ave

2321-2327 Prospect St

185 Euclid Ave

320 J Ave, Unit 79

235 A Ave

2866 Calle Salida del Sol

418 Honeysuckle Ln

4578 Logan Ave

138 5th Ave

3776 Ocean View Blvd

5463 San Onofre Terrace

290 Elvado Way

540 65th St
National City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in National City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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National City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,254 | $1,975 | $5,500 |
National City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,962 | $2,900 | $6,900 |
National City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,172 | $3,495 | $8,000 |
National City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,331 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available National City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in National City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bayview Tower Condominiums in the Rosebank neighborhood priced from $1,674. 2551 Commercial St in the Downtown San Diego neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable National City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bayview Tower Condominiums | 1-1 - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $1,674 |
2551 Commercial St | OA-G | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
The Pines Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Naranja Apartments | Studio - 70% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,787 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in National City, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the National City area is the $2.37 price per square foot 257 H st unit 6 Model at 245-251 H St in the in the Northwest Chula Vista Area neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value National City apartment is the Allure Model at Elan View Pointe starting at $2,495 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Interstate 5 Corridor District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for National City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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245-251 H St | 257 H st unit 6 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.37 |
Elan View Pointe | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
340 5th Ave | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
Parkway Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Alva Gardens | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.64 |
Plaza 1640 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
3050 National Ave, Unit 3050- Upper apt. | 3050 National Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Vistan Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
The Glorias Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Casa Victoria | CV1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about National City
What type of rentals are currently available in National City?
There are currently 1247 Apartments for Rent in National City, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $9,000. There are also 111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in National City ranging from $900 to $11,900.
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 $11,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,892.
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 $850 to $9,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $6,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,579.
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