
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mid-City San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mid-City San Diego area of San Diego.


3820 Euclid Ave

4637 Soria Dr

5464 Gilbert Dr
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4425 50th St

4061 Euclid Ave

4285 51st St

4283 51st St

4323 Euclid Ave
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4833 Lantana Dr

4624 59th St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mid-City San Diego?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mid-City San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,565 | $1,895 | $2,995 |
Mid-City San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,546 | $2,700 | $4,700 |
Mid-City San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,631 | $2,995 | $5,900 |
Mid-City San Diego 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,295 | $5,295 | $5,295 |
Mid-City San Diego 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 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 Studio unit found at Colina Park North Apartments priced from $1,526. Pacific Cove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,605. 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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Colina Park North Apartments | stud 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,526 |
Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,605 |
Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
4960-4970 Auburn Drive | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,899 |
The Plaza Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mid-City San Diego area is the $2.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at Talmadge Pacific Apartments in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Mid-City San Diego apartment is the Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... Model at Campus Village Apartments starting at $2,925 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the College West 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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Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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 |
5831 Adelaide Ave | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
4435 College Ave, Unit 4441 | 4435 College Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Colina Park North Apartments | stud 60% | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
The Plaza Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
Pacific Cove | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.22 |
4431 College Ave, Unit 4431 | 4431 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mid-City San Diego
What type of rentals are currently available in Mid-City San Diego?
There are currently 885 Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $4,000. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid-City San Diego ranging from $1,200 to $5,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mid-City San Diego?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mid-City San Diego ranges from $1,200 to $5,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,050.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mid-City San Diego?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mid-City San Diego range from $3,850 to $3,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,850.
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