Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Hills Commons Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (54 Rentals)

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The Warwick
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$2,170 - $2,815
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The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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3970 Goldfinch St
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3970 Goldfinch St

3970 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
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630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4030 Front St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4030 Front St

4030 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Mission Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Mission Apartments

1825 Hancock StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Santa Fe Villas
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Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Sleepy Hollow Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sleepy Hollow Apartments

4201 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Nightingale Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nightingale Apartments

4174 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3145 Reynard Way
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3145 Reynard Way

3145 Reynard WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Studios on 6th
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Studios on 6th

3560 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Secoya Apartments
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Secoya Apartments

3067 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1021 Hayes Ave
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1021 Hayes Ave

1021 Hayes AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Capri
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Capri

3737 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2926-2934 5th Ave
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2926-2934 5th Ave

2926-2934 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$1,995 - $4,295

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1621 Hotel Cir S

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Sasan Apartments
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Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park East Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

111 W Pennsylvania AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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$2,050

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1605 Hotel Cir S, Unit 105, Unit 105

1605 Hotel Cir S
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Mission Hills Commons, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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. Redwood Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Mission Hills Commons apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3942 8th AveStudioStudio,$995
Redwood Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Sleepy Hollow Apartments4201 Building StudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Hilltop TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,748
Love Where You LiveAlcove Studio 1Studio,1BA$1,795
Secoya ApartmentsBansaiStudio,1BA$1,825
Aspen Park Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895
10th and Robinson0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,995
Park View HillcrestStudioStudio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Hills Commons, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Hills Commons area is the $3.45 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome Model at The Margo in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $6,361. The second greatest value Mission Hills Commons apartment is the Huge Loft Units Model at Lofts at 734 University Ave starting at $3,100 with a $1.72 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Margo3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome3BR,2BA$3.45
Lofts at 734 University AveHuge Loft UnitsStudio ,1BA$1.72
Mission Hills ApartmentsLOFT PLAN 6Studio ,1BA$2.77
Montecito Point2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.05
1st & Penn Apts - 1penn2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.10
3639 1st Ave, Unit 36393639 1st Ave2BR,1BA$3.52
4th Avenue Apartments1x1 A1BR,1BA$3.27
University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.06
402 Arbor Dr2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.42
4175 4th Ave, Unit 4175 half4175 4th Ave1BR,1BA$2.80

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Mission Hills Commons, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Hills Commons Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Hills Commons?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Hills Commons is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Hills Commons Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Hills Commons Apartment is $1,595 at Redwood Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Hills Commons Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Hills Commons is starting from $2,395 at 402 Arbor Dr.

What is the most affordable Mission Hills Commons Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mission Hills Commons Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Margo and starts from $4,396.

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