
Apartments for Rent in National City, CA (1,439 Rentals) Page 7 of 29


204 E 2nd St

1619-1629 C Ave

535-541 T St

622-642 B Ave

1123 E 7th St

1631 B Ave

1436 Q Ave

1930 C Ave

411-421 E Ave

2102 E 5th St

1201-1207 E 18th St

2701 Highland Ave

630 E 5th St

915 N Ave

2525 Sweetwater Rd

1740 N Ave

1629 Palm Ave

1817 Terry Ln

1101 E Ave

Sea Mist Apartments

Playa Vista

Laurel Garden Apartments

637-641 Highland Ave

612 M Ave

515-517 Q Ave

3rd Avenue Apartments

Villa Real

41-47 E 6th St

2228 I Ave

230 G Ave

2105 Prospect St

1609-1623 E 10th St

132 E 2nd St

206 D Ave

314 E 31st St

Aloha Terrace

Mason Manor Apartment

708 M Ave

1938-1946 E 8th St

940 Arcadia Pl

509 E 2nd St

601-605 M Ave

423 E 7th St

2235 E 8th St

2703-2715 E 24th St

1438 Q Ave

610-612 E 8th St

613-636 R Ave

510 I Ave
National City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in National City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| National City Studio Apartments | $1,940 | $1,445 | $2,676 |
| National City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $1,515 | $3,721 |
| National City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,843 | $4,320 |
| National City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,490 | $2,195 | $6,561 |
| National City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,400 | $3,476 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in National City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,356 | $1,949 | $6,995 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,085 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,417 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about National City
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in National City, CA?
As of today, August 15, 2026, there are currently 1,439 available National City apartments priced from $1,445 to $10,751, with an average monthly rent of $2,543.
What National City neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 2 neighborhoods in the National City area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Balboa Park with 5,223 listings, Burlingame with 4,200 listings, and North Park with 2,708 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in National City?
There are currently 428 Studio Apartments in National City with rent ranges from $1,445 to $2,676 with an average price of $1,940.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom National City Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in National City ranges from $1,515 to $3,721 with an average monthly rent of $2,160.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in National City cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in National City range from $1,843 to $4,320. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,670.
How expensive are National City Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 271 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in National City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,195 to $6,561 - averaging $3,490 for the location.
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