Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (8 Rentals)

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3145 Reynard Way
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3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Midtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown San Diego Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $1,050. WLA Windsor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Midtown San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$1,050
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,500
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,508

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown San Diego, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown San Diego area is the $3.37 price per square foot Queen Model at River Front Condominium Rentals in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Midtown San Diego apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Strauss on Fifth starting at $2,795 with a $3.99 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown San Diego apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Front Condominium RentalsQueen2BR,2BA$3.37
Strauss on Fifth1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.99
2520 E St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.41
2850 Reynard Way 21, Unit 212850 Reynard Way 21Studio ,1BA$4.77
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$5.50
WLA Windsor0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$9.87
3942 8th AveStudioStudio ,0.5BA$8.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown San Diego, San Diego, CA

Ranked #55

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Midtown San Diego Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown San Diego Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown San Diego?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown San Diego is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown San Diego Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown San Diego Apartment is $1,921 at The Presidio Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown San Diego Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown San Diego is starting from $3,395 at River Front Condominium Rentals.

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