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3942 8th Ave
3942 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hillcrest Inn
3754 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
3635 Third Ave
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Overlook Point | Hillside Living in Mission Hills
1616 Guy StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hilltop Terrace
4166 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Canyon Breeze
318 W Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
3967-69 8th Ave, Unit 3
3967-69 8th Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community
1050 Essex StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Thorn Collection
504 Thorn StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hillcrest Place
3955 7th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3691 Reynard Way, Unit A
3691 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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3660 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Park View Hillcrest
3700 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
3967 8th Ave, Unit 5
3967 8th Ave
San DiegoCA92103
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Arbor Crest on Fourth
4186 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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A Walkers Paradise and Serene Canyon Views
4052 1/2 Brant StSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Warwick
606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Pacifica
3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1025 W University AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Redwood Terrace
225 Redwood StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Rowyn
3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3970 Goldfinch St
3970 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Vantaggio Suites Hillcrest
819 University AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Las Casitas Apartments
3558-3572 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4030 Front St
4030 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Mission Apartments
1825 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Balboa Park Apartments
2927 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Santa Fe Villas
3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Nightingale Apartments
4174 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3145 Reynard Way
3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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3939 7th Ave
3939 7th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Studios on 6th
3560 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Aspen Park Apartments
3505 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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1021 Hayes Ave
1021 Hayes AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Sleepy Hollow Apartments
4201 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
1605 Hotel Cir S
San DiegoCA92108
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Villa Capri
3737 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2926-2934 5th Ave
2926-2934 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Secoya Apartments
3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
1621 Hotel Cir S
San DiegoCA92108
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Park East Apartments
111 W Pennsylvania AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Sasan Apartments
901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
1605 Hotel Cir S, Unit 105
1605 Hotel Cir S
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3967 8th Ave
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Uptown Villas Apartments (II)
4050 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4021 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Burnham House Apartments
3563 7th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
4284 Third Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Hills Commons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Hills Commons Studio Apartments | $2,449 | $995 | $3,300 |
| Mission Hills Commons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,334 | $1,400 | $5,691 |
| Mission Hills Commons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,458 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Hills Commons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,008 | $4,044 | $5,900 |
| Mission Hills Commons 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,210 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mission Hills Commons Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Hills Commons area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at 3942 8th Ave priced from $995. 3939 7th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Mission Hills Commons apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3942 8th Ave | Studio | Studio, | $995 |
| 3939 7th Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Thorn Collection | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,805 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Hillcrest Place | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,898 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Secoya Apartments | Beech | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 4284-4288 3rd Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Warwick | Cabrillo | Studio,1BA | $2,104 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Hills Commons, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Hills Commons 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 Mission Hills Commons apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at The Margo starting at $2,538 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Hills Commons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lofts at 734 University Ave | Huge Loft Units | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Margo | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| The Society Ruby | One Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Griffis Mission Valley | Mission Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| University Crest Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 4th & Arbor Apartments | 1/1 402 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| 4284-4288 3rd Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | Layout B | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 3939 7th Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Hills Commons Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Hills Commons?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Hills Commons is under $2,104.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Hills Commons?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Hills Commons is Aspen Park Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Mission Hills Commons costs $11,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Hills Commons?
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 39 regular apartments in Mission Hills Commons 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 Mission Hills Commons?
Cheap apartments in Mission Hills Commons have an average cost of $484 which is $10,726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Hills Commons.
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