845 E 13th St
National CityCA91950
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paradise Valley Neighborhood of National City, CA from $700 (21 Rentals)
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SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
2525 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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Pinewood Apartments
1104 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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302 S Kenton Ave, Unit B
302 S Kenton AveNational City, CA 91950
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4986 Logan Ave
San DiegoCA92113
235 50th St
San DiegoCA92102
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Villa Hermosa I
314 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
5708 Alta Vista Ave
San DiegoCA92114
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Paradise Valley, National City, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paradise Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Valley Studio Apartments | $1,908 | $1,447 | $2,210 |
| Paradise Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $1,042 | $2,550 |
| Paradise Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $1,475 | $5,490 |
| Paradise Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $1,300 | $4,970 |
| Paradise Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,949 | $3,579 | $4,320 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Paradise Valley Neighborhood of National City, CA.
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Cheapest Available Paradise Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paradise Valley area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS priced from $1,447. Mar at Laurel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,856. Here are the most affordable Paradise Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,447 |
| Mar at Laurel | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,856 |
| The Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Pinewood Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Valley, CA
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Paradise Valley area is the $2.91 price per square foot M Model at The Commodore Apartments in the in the Lincoln Acres neighborhood starting from $3,640. The second greatest value Paradise Valley apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Addisyn Park Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the South Encanto neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paradise Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commodore Apartments | M | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Addisyn Park Apartments | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Bella Vita Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Park Bonita | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 1048 & 1100 E Ave. | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Potomac Square Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Plaza 1640 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| View | Spectacle | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Pinewood Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Getting Around the Paradise Valley Neighborhood in National City, CA
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
17 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paradise Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Paradise Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Paradise Valley is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paradise Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Paradise Valley is Mar at Laurel which is listed at $1,856, while the average apartment in Paradise Valley costs $8,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paradise Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Paradise Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Paradise Valley?
Cheap apartments in Paradise Valley have an average cost of $1,561 which is $7,199 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paradise Valley.
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