
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Acres Neighborhood of National City, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lincoln Acres area of National City.


Pinewood Apartments

2303 E 8th St

Plaza 1640

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Chateau Gardens

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2137-2145 E 16th St
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Parkwood Village

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LIV @ Siesta

2702-17 Grove St
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Lincoln Acres, National City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Acres Studio Apartments | $1,842 | $1,725 | $2,025 |
| Lincoln Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,700 | $2,105 |
| Lincoln Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $2,100 | $4,320 |
| Lincoln Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,422 | $2,895 | $4,320 |
| Lincoln Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,097 | $3,579 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lincoln Acres Neighborhood of National City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln Acres area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Heights priced from $1,700. 2137-2145 E 16th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Lincoln Acres apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 2137-2145 E 16th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| LIV @ Siesta | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,769 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Ridgeway Apartments | Plan 2E | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Acres, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Acres area is the $3.09 price per square foot byvb1 Model at Bayview Hills – Military Housing in the in the Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $3,579. The second greatest value Lincoln Acres apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Talas Apartments starting at $3,070 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Paradise Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Hills – Military Housing | byvb1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Talas Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Ridgeway Apartments | Plan 2C-R | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 2137-2145 E 16th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| LIV @ Siesta | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Acres Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Acres Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lincoln Acres Apartment is $1,700 at Windsor Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lincoln Acres Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lincoln Acres is starting from $2,100 at Windsor Heights.
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