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City Heights Senior Apartments
4065 43rd StSan Diego, CA 92105
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (8 Rentals)
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Estrella Senior Apartments
4120 Estrella AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Fairway Apartments
4170 52nd StSan Diego, CA 92105
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
Metro Villas Apartments
4031-4091 39th StSan Diego, CA 92105
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Hollywood Park Apartments
2404-2412 Fairmount AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Bandar Salaam
3810 Winona AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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3853-3865 Cherokee Ave
3853-3865 Cherokee AveSan Diego, CA 92104
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Sterling Terrace-City Heights Adjacent
4999 Sterling CtSan Diego, CA 92105
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City Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Heights Studio Apartments | $1,586 | $1,520 | $1,695 |
| City Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,699 | $2,400 |
| City Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,975 | $3,150 |
| City Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,650 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Available City Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Heights area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Cove priced from $1,520. 50th St Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable City Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| 50th St Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $2.35 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 5020 Wightman St in the in the City Heights neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value City Heights apartment is the 2b1b (part reno) Model at The Ridge Apartments in City Heights starting at $2,250 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Mt Hope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5020 Wightman St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Ridge Apartments in City Heights | 2b1b (part reno) | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 50th St Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| 3770 42nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Heights Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Heights is starting from $1,975 at Auburn 2019.
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