
Cheap Homes for Rent in City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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City Heights, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in City Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,691 | $2,000 | $3,200 |
City Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,536 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
City Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,210 | $3,795 | $6,900 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the City Heights Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $1,690. Xav Las Dos Palmas 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 |
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Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
Xav Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
4142 44th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA
As of September 15, 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. |
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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 |
Xav Las Dos Palmas | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
4142 44th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about City Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in City Heights?
There are currently 826 Apartments for Rent in City Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,690 to $3,650. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Heights ranging from $1,375 to $6,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Heights ranges from $1,375 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,028.
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