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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 | $1,675 | $1,675 | $1,675 |
| City Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $1,695 | $2,100 |
| City Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,899 | $3,650 |
| City Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $2,950 | $3,250 |
| City Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,610 | $5,610 | $5,610 |
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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 $1,675. 2707 Highland Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. 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 | $1,675 |
| 2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| HOM237 | Gated Upper 2 Bedroom Available - Home Garden A... | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of August 19, 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 |
| HOM237 | Gated Upper 2 Bedroom Available - Home Garden A... | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 2707 Highland Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.41 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Heights Apartments
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 2707 Highland Ave.
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 $1,850 at HOM237.
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