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4218 46th St, Unit 2
4218 46th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5025 Collwood BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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6048 Bradford St, Unit A
6048 Bradford StSan Diego, CA 92115
4570 54th St
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5438 Gilbert Dr
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4450 49th St
4450 49th StSan Diego, CA 92115
4255 1/2 Altadena Ave.
San DiegoCA92115
4253 1/2 Altadena Ave.
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4255 Altadena Ave.
San DiegoCA92115
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3410 Chamoune Ave
San DiegoCA92105
3326 Altadena Ave.
San DiegoCA92105
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Mid-City San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Mid-City San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-City San Diego 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,652 | $2,095 | $3,195 |
| Mid-City San Diego 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,645 | $2,450 | $4,500 |
| Mid-City San Diego 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,821 | $3,900 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 17 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 Meade Avenue Apartments priced from $1,295. Chamoune Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Mid-City San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meade Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Chamoune Senior Apartments | The Mission - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Talmadge Pacific Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid-City San Diego area is the $2.36 price per square foot Plan 2 Model at Talmadge Canyon Park in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Mid-City San Diego apartment is the 3854 46th St Model at 3854 46th St, Unit apt 7 starting at $2,425 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Balboa Park 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 Canyon Park | Plan 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.36 |
| 3854 46th St, Unit apt 7 | 3854 46th St | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| 4473 Menlo Ave | 4473 Menlo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 5020 Wightman St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 4293 51st St, Unit 4 | 4293 51st St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.58 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 4162 51st St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Dalton Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Meade Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mid-City San Diego?
There are currently 889 Apartments for Rent in Mid-City San Diego, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $4,900. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mid-City San Diego ranging from $1,650 to $8,400.
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 $1,650 to $8,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,912.
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 $2,400 to $3,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,900.
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