
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (45 Rentals)
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836 W Pennsylvania Ave

2837 India St

West Mission Hills Six

Reynard Way Apartments

1015-1021 W Palm St

2905 India St

1682-1696 Puterbaugh St

715-717 Torrance St
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1620 Winder St

3145 Union St

3351-3355 India St

Harbor View 4plex

1329 W Spruce St

1561-1563 Linwood St

West Palms Apartments

2831-2837 Columbia St
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3620-3634 Keating St

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Guy Canyon Cabins

Casa Zarita

1826-1830 Guy St

2801-2807 Columbia St

3320-3322 Reynard Way
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3630-3646 Eagle St

2920-2930 Columbia St

3206-3216 Reynard Way

3934-3936 Goldfinch St

3176-3182 Reynard Way

3829 Eagle St

3940 Dove St

2921 India St
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3145 Reynard Way

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3778 Keating St

3101-3115 Reynard Way

3958-3964 Dove St

2822 Reynard Way

3737 Keating St
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Midtown San Diego, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown San Diego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown San Diego Studio Apartments | $2,300 | $1,595 | $2,780 |
| Midtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,995 | $3,145 |
| Midtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,894 | $2,495 | $5,210 |
| Midtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,895 | $5,895 | $5,895 |
| Midtown San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,086 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown San Diego Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,225 |
| University Crest Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown San Diego, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown San Diego area is the $3.21 price per square foot 1BD/1BA Model at University Crest Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Midtown San Diego apartment is the S5 Model at Rainford Apartments starting at $2,780 with a $6.59 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Crest Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Rainford Apartments | S5 | Studio ,1BA | $6.59 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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 Rainford Apartments listed at $2,225.
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 $2,250 at University Crest 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 $3,825 at Rainford Apartments.
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