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700 E 22nd StNational City, CA 91950
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910 Euclid AveNational City, CA 91950
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1104 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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1224-1306 E 18th StNational City, CA 91950
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1438-1448 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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2520 Fenton PlNational City, CA 91950
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2509 A AveNational City, CA 91950
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203 Laurel AveNational City, CA 91950
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1917 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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1640 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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2754 Wilma St
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2115-2145 G AveNational City, CA 91950
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611 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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419-435 Palm AveNational City, CA 91950
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1909 C AveNational City, CA 91950
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1401-1543 Q AveNational City, CA 91950
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2424-2440 E 8th StNational City, CA 91950
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2615 E Plaza BlvdNational City, CA 91950
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2005-2025 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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135 Laurel AveNational City, CA 91950
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1809 E 17th StNational City, CA 91950
418 Honeysuckle Ln
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2101 L AveNational City, CA 91950
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2111-2125 E 7th StNational City, CA 91950
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1815 La Siesta WayNational City, CA 91950
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1403-1437 F AveNational City, CA 91950
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31 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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817 Eta StNational City, CA 91950
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1048-1100 E AveNational City, CA 91950
2141 E 16th St
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1525 G AveNational City, CA 91950
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1819 E 9th StNational City, CA 91950
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932 E 18th St
932 E 18th StNational City, CA 91950
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215 Willie James Jones Ave, Unit 103
215 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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215 Willie James Jones Ave, Unit 103
215 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
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Naranja Apartments
5256 Naranja StSan Diego, CA 92114
2854 Rhoades Rd
San DiegoCA92139
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6670 Doriana StSan Diego, CA 92139
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6325-6383 Potomac StSan Diego, CA 92139
5527 Bolivar St
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6909-6957 Alcona StSan Diego, CA 92139
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6455 Shaules AveSan Diego, CA 92114
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6935 Paradise Valley RdSan Diego, CA 92139
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San DiegoCA92113
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314 Willie James Jones AveSan Diego, CA 92102
415 Iona Dr
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 |
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| Paradise Valley Studio Apartments | $1,622 | $1,375 | $2,025 |
| Paradise Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,595 | $5,369 |
| Paradise Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,539 | $1,850 | $4,320 |
| Paradise Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,212 | $2,695 | $7,942 |
| Paradise Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,722 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 65 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 Naranja Apartments priced from $1,375. SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Paradise Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Naranja Apartments | Studio - 70% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | Studio D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,711 |
| LIV @ Siesta | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,769 |
| Mar at National City | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,852 |
| Mar at Laurel | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,856 |
| Granada Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Valley, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paradise Valley area is the $2.73 price per square foot 3/2 Model at La Perla Apartments in the in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Paradise Valley apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Kimball starting at $2,900 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Rosebank 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. |
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| La Perla Apartments | 3/2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| The Kimball | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Park Crest Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Potomac Square Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Rancho Bonita | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Casa Serena | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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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 $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paradise Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Paradise Valley is Naranja Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Paradise Valley costs $12,268.
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 6 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 $1,096 which is $11,172 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paradise Valley.
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