
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midway District San Diego, CA from $796 (69 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments

Overlook Point

Villa West Apartments

3506 Columbia St, Unit B

Rainford Apartments

816 Sutter St

Chapman Place

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Gables Point Loma

3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207

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2687 Reynard Way

Loma Portal

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Bowen Apartments

2446 India St

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Broadstone Mission Valley

811 W Nutmeg St

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AV8 Little Italy

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Valentina by Alta

Caprielle Apartments

Kettner Crossing Phase 1

3970 Goldfinch St
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3630-3646 Eagle St

630 W Washington St

Celeste

Harbor Villa Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

The Mission Apartments

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3145 Reynard Way

3675 Eagle St

2357 State St
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Chatsworth Blvd

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Montecito

Monterey Apartments

2519 Columbia Street

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Midway District, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midway District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midway District Studio Apartments | $2,398 | $1,084 | $3,128 |
| Midway District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $1,180 | $4,156 |
| Midway District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,693 | $2,395 | $6,731 |
| Midway District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,363 | $3,451 | $6,557 |
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There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midway District Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midway District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midway District area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Celeste priced from $1,386. The Presidio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,608. Here are the most affordable Midway District apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celeste | A7 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,386 |
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,608 |
| Chatsworth Blvd | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,900 |
| 2519 Columbia Street | 0/1 | Studio, 1BA | $1,985 |
| Rainford Apartments | S1.2 | Studio, 1BA | $1,995 |
| Highlander Manor Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,150 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR, 1BA | $2,278 |
| India and Kettner Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2,295 |
| Old Town (Casa de Pueblo) | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midway District, CA
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midway District area is the $2.29 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at South Mission Hills Apartment in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Midway District apartment is the The Lark Model at Mission Hills Commons in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting at $3,650 with a $3.09 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midway District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mission Hills Apartment | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $2.29 |
| Mission Hills Commons | The Lark | 2BR, 2BA | $3.09 |
| Villa Maria Apartments | Two Bedroom in Little Italy / San Diego | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.12 |
| Loft2015 Apartments | Allure- Townhome | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.42 |
| Il Palazzo Apartments | B3 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.58 |
| India and Kettner Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $3.06 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.50 |
| Old Town (Casa de Pueblo) | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR, 1.5BA | $3.36 |
| Highlander Manor Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.31 |
| 3506 Columbia St, Unit B | 3506 Columbia St | Studio, 1BA | $3.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midway District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midway District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midway District is under $2,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midway District?
The cheapest apartment in Midway District is Celeste which is listed at $1,386, while the average apartment in Midway District costs $2,908.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midway District?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 32 regular apartments in Midway District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midway District?
Cheap apartments in Midway District have an average cost of $877 which is $2,031 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midway District.
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