
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Mission Bay Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (63 Rentals)
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3907 Gresham St

2050 Pacific Beach Dr

846 Island Ct

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La Palma

2882-2884 Bayside Walk

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1636-1638 Oliver Ave

725 Kingston Ct

717-719 Kingston Ct

Colony Apartment Condos

4051 Fanuel St

San Remo

737-739 Dover Ct

754 Devon Ct

2044-2050 Thomas Ave

Santa Susanna
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820-822 Santa Clara Pl

Santa Mariana

1338 Pacific Beach Drive

Mission Bay Parker Place

1681 Thomas Ave

822 Allerton Ct

4007 Everts St

Santa Barbara

1664 Thomas Ave

2660 Mission Blvd
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4021-4027 Everts St

2801 Ocean Front Walk

1625-1631 Hornblend St

810-818 Venice Ct

1150-1156 Thomas Ave

4445 Fanuel St

1112-1118 Thomas Ave

961 Thomas Ave

Blue Water Villas

4253 Mission Blvd
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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 | $2,234 | $1,084 | $4,500 |
| Mission Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $1,180 | $8,666 |
| Mission Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,238 | $2,445 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,135 | $3,775 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMission Bay, San Diego, CA
Ranked #105
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Bay
How much are Studio apartments in Mission Bay?
There are currently 318 Studio Apartments in Mission Bay with rent ranges from $1,875 to $4,500 with an average price of $6,769.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Mission Bay Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Mission Bay ranges from $1,180 to $8,666 with an average monthly rent of $3,075.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Bay cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Mission Bay range from $2,445 to $12,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,238.
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