
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Bay area of San Diego.


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Mission Bay, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Bay Studio Apartments | $2,112 | $1,084 | $2,690 |
| Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,180 | $3,600 |
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,083 | $3,775 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Bay area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED priced from $1,950. Bay Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Mission Bay apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Bay, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Bay area is the $3.20 price per square foot B1 Model at The Seaton Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Mission Bay apartment is the 2x2A Model at Bay starting at $3,513 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the Mission Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seaton Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Bay | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| 4256 Noyes St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Elan Baylofts | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| 1704 Hornblend St | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.87 |
| 3652 Promontory St, Unit cottage | 3652 Promontory St | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Cedar Shores | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| Bay Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED | 1442B | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Bay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Bay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Bay is at Pacific Beach Dr - FULLY FURNISHED listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment is $1,975 at Bay Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Bay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay is starting from $2,495 at 4256 Noyes St.
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