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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 | $1,768 | $1,675 | $1,799 |
| City Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,699 | $2,200 |
| City Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,434 | $1,975 | $3,650 |
| City Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $3,595 | $3,595 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 3770 42nd Street priced from $1,695. Las Dos Palmas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,699. Here are the most affordable City Heights apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3770 42nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Heights area is the $3.02 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B Model at The Ridge Apartments in the in the Mt Hope neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value City Heights apartment is the 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 Model at 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo starting at $3,000 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Balboa Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom B | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2, Unit City Heights Condo | 4463 Home Avenue Unit 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.64 |
| 4169 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4171 1 2 | 4169 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 4350 Maple St | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 3770 42nd Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Heights is at Pacific Cove listed at $1,790.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Heights Apartment is $1,695 at 3770 42nd Street.
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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