Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (85 Rentals)

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The Warwick
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$2,170 - $2,815
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The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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MoDE
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$2,430 - $4,550
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MoDE

635 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Rowyn
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$2,435 - $5,028
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Rowyn

3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Treehouse
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$2,574 - $6,181
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Treehouse

2525 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,575

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2850 Reynard Way, Unit 11, Unit 11

2850 Reynard Way
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Denizen
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$2,605 - $5,997
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Denizen

3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3970 Goldfinch St
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3970 Goldfinch St

3970 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
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630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
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4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4030 Front St
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4030 Front St

4030 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Mission Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Mission Apartments

1825 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Barcelona
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Barcelona

326 Juniper StSan Diego, CA 92101
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Midtown, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Terrace priced from $1,595. Sleepy Hollow Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building StudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Secoya ApartmentsBansaiStudio,1BA$1,695
Hilltop TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,748
Love Where You LiveAlcove Studio 1Studio,1BA$1,795
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,795
Aspen Park Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895
Hillcrest Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,998
Arbor Crest on FourthStudioStudio,1BA$2,058

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $1.72 price per square foot Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the LOFT PLAN 6 Model at Mission Hills Apartments starting at $3,805 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$1.72
Mission Hills ApartmentsLOFT PLAN 6Studio ,1BA$2.69
Curlew and Juniper Apartments3/23BR,2BA$3.36
Loft2015 ApartmentsAlta- Townhome2BR,2BA$3.09
1st & Penn Apts - 1penn2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.10
3639 1st Ave, Unit 36393639 1st Ave2BR,1BA$3.52
402 Arbor Dr2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.42
University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.06
4175 4th Ave, Unit 4175 half4175 4th Ave1BR,1BA$2.80
Imperial Tower Apartments8 F1BR,1BA$3.59

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown is at Sleepy Hollow Apartments listed at $1,695.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $1,595 at Redwood Terrace.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $2,395 at 402 Arbor Dr.

What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Curlew and Juniper Apartments and starts from $3,695.

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