
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid-City San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mid-City San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,388 | $1,495 | $2,659 |
Mid-City San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,898 | $1,450 | $3,099 |
Mid-City San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $855 | $3,799 |
Mid-City San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,095 | $3,175 | $4,680 |
Mid-City San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $850 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mid-City San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mid-City San Diego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mid-City San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at University Gardens priced from $1,450. Colina Park North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,526. Here are the most affordable Mid-City San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Colina Park North Apartments | Studi 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,526 |
Union Grantville | B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
Dorado Plaza | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Pacific Cove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid-City San Diego area is the $3.33 price per square foot Plan B1 Model at The Parker in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Mid-City San Diego apartment is the 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL Model at The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" starting at $2,830 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid-City San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Parker | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials" | 2+2 Plan A - REMODEL | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Campus Village Apartments | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
4473 Menlo Ave, Unit K | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Dorchester "Call for Specials" | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
5831 Adelaide Ave | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Colina Park North Apartments | Studi 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
4577 50th St, Unit A | 4577 50th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid-City San Diego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mid-City San Diego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mid-City San Diego is at Colina Park North Apartments listed at $1,526.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment is $1,450 at University Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mid-City San Diego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mid-City San Diego is starting from $1,650 at Union Grantville.
What is the most affordable Mid-City San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mid-City San Diego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Campus Village Apartments and starts from $2,925.
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