
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Bay Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mission Bay Park area of San Diego.


2556 Chicago St

1616 1/2 Reed Ave

1133 Reed Ave

1570 Reed Ave
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3993 Jewell St

1620 Reed Ave

853 Thomas
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Mission Bay Park, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Bay Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,298 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,658 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,192 | $5,665 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay Park 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay Park Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay Park area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bay Park Apartments priced from $1,875. The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay Park apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Cedar Shores | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,007 |
| Bay Apartments | Design EA Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,021 |
| AVA Pacific Beach | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,076 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay Park, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay Park area is the $3.37 price per square foot B2 Model at The Seaton Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,001. The second greatest value Mission Bay Park apartment is the Sand and Sea Property Model at 1220 Pacific Beach Dr starting at $3,450 with a $4.18 price per square foot in the Mission Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seaton Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| 1220 Pacific Beach Dr | Sand and Sea Property | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
| Cedar Shores | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.83 |
| Bay Apartments | Design 1A Premier | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 3652 Promontory St, Unit cottage | 3652 Promontory St | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Viking Pacific | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| 2950 Bayside Ln | 1 Bedroom 2950 | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| AVA Pacific Beach | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMission Bay Park, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Bay Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Bay Park?
There are currently 645 Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,084 to $23,232. There are also 87 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Bay Park ranging from $1,890 to $20,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Bay Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Bay Park ranges from $1,890 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,125.
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