Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (93 Rentals)

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The Warwick
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$2,199 - $2,799
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 11

The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,295

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3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207

3972 Jackdaw St
San DiegoCA92103
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Rowyn
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$2,305 - $5,026
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Rowyn

3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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MoDE
$2,391 - $3,494
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MoDE

635 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Pacifica
$2,399 - $2,403
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Villa Pacifica

3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Treehouse
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$2,576 - $5,631
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Treehouse

2525 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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property at 811 W Nutmeg St

$2,750 - $3,300

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811 W Nutmeg St

San DiegoCA92103
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Denizen
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$2,786 - $5,414
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Denizen

3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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AV8 Little Italy
$2,849 - $8,539
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AV8 Little Italy

2155 Kettner BlvdSan Diego, CA 92101
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525 Olive
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$2,882 - $48,961
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525 Olive

525 Olive StSan 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
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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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2241 4th Ave
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2241 4th Ave

2241 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92101
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St. Paul's Manor
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St. Paul's Manor

2635 2nd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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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. 2241 4th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,600. 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
2241 4th Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,600
2357 State St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,825
Thorn CollectionStudioStudio,1BA$1,856
City Lofts0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,945
Secoya ApartmentsSpruceStudio,1BA$1,995
2140-2144 1st Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,995
Palms Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,175
3831-3835 Third Avenue1/11BR,1BA$2,195
Rainford ApartmentsS1.1Studio,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA

As of July 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 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Fifth & Olive starting at $3,200 with a $2.29 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
Fifth & Olive2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$2.29
Hillcrest Summit2+22BR,2BA$2.29
1820 Titus St, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex1820 Titus St2BR,1BA$3.15
4093 1st Ave2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.18
1st & Penn Apts - 1penn2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.32
2330 1st Ave, Unit Bankers Hill Condo With Downtown Views2330 1st Ave1BR,1BA$3.28
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4225 Building - 2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.36
2140-2144 1st Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.66
University Crest Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.21

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Midtown, San Diego, CA

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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 2241 4th Ave listed at $1,600.

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 $2,595 at Sleepy Hollow Apartments.

What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Imperial Tower Apartments and starts from $6,000.

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