
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paradise Valley Neighborhood of National City, CA from $700 (69 Rentals)
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Windsor Heights

Parkview Apartments

Essex Manor Apartments

Pinewood Apartments

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The Plaza

1946 E 8th St

913 Highland Ave

2303 E 8th St

Granada Terrace Apartments
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Plaza 1640

Mar at Laurel

1227 E 18th St

Sunshine Apartments

2431 Prospect St

419-435 Palm Ave

1909 C Ave

Vista del Sol

Chateau Gardens

Summercrest Apartments
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Villa Primavera Apartments

Mar at Laurel

2137-2145 E 16th St

Sunny View Apartments

2141 E 16th St

Parkwood Village

Alta Park Apartments

LIV @ Siesta

The Pines Apartments

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Highland View Apartments

Mar at National City

611 Highland

Park Villas Apartments

1048 & 1100 E Ave.

Vista Highland

932 E 18th St

Overlook on 9th

6342 Plaza Cuernavaca

215 Willie James Jones Ave, Unit 103
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5527 Bolivar St

2854 Rhoades Rd

Potomac Square Apartments

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View Apartments

Casa Serena

Villa Hermosa Apartments

Rancho Bonita

Bonita Woods

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Woodman Village

432 47th St
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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 | $1,669 | $1,575 | $2,025 |
| Paradise Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,575 | $4,466 |
| Paradise Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,895 | $4,320 |
| Paradise Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,236 | $2,695 | $7,179 |
| Paradise Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,798 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 69 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 $1,575. Parkview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. 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 D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Parkview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 2137-2145 E 16th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Windsor Heights | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,754 |
| LIV @ Siesta | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,769 |
| View Apartments | Design 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,817 |
| Villa Hermosa Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Bonita Woods | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paradise Valley, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paradise Valley area is the $2.63 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Rodessia Luxury Apartments in the in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Paradise Valley apartment is the 1438 E 16th St Model at 1438 E 16th St, Unit Apartment A starting at $2,700 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Paradise Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodessia Luxury Apartments | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| 1438 E 16th St, Unit Apartment A | 1438 E 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 5443 Imperial Ave, Unit 5443 | 5443 Imperial Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Park Crest Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Rancho Vista | 2/1 A | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Villa Hermosa Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Rancho Bonita | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Bonita Woods | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Essex Manor Apartments | 1-Bed/1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Windsor Heights | 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 $1,925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paradise Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Paradise Valley is Windsor Heights which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Paradise Valley costs $11,615.
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 4 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 $900 which is $10,715 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paradise Valley.
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