
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown San Diego Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (46 Rentals)
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2850 Reynard Way 21, Unit 21

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
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715-717 Torrance St

El Rosal Condos

1620 Winder St

3145 Union St

3351-3355 India St

Harbor View 4plex

1329 W Spruce St

1561-1563 Linwood St

West Palms Apartments
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2831-2837 Columbia St

2752-2756 State St

3620-3634 Keating St

Horton Villas

Casa Reynard

Guy Canyon Cabins

Casa Zarita

1826-1830 Guy St

2801-2807 Columbia St
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3320-3322 Reynard Way

3360-3374 Reynard Way

3630-3646 Eagle St

2920-2930 Columbia St

3206-3216 Reynard Way

3934-3936 Goldfinch St

3176-3182 Reynard Way

3940 Dove St

2921 India St
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3829 Eagle St

3145 Reynard Way

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Union Street Apartments

3778 Keating St

3101-3115 Reynard Way

3958-3964 Dove St

2822 Reynard Way
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3737 Keating St
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 | $2,012 | $1,550 | $2,495 |
| Midtown San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $2,250 | $3,145 |
| Midtown San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,390 | $3,995 | $5,446 |
| Midtown San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,895 | $5,895 | $5,895 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown San Diego area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Aspen Park Apartments priced from $1,895. Rainford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Midtown San Diego apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| University Crest Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown San Diego, CA
As of June 09, 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 A2.1 Model at Rainford Apartments starting at $3,145 with a $6.39 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 | A2.1 | 1BR,1BA | $6.39 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidtown San Diego, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $1,995.
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 $1,895 at Aspen Park 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 $3,995 at Rainford Apartments.
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