
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,195 (45 Rentals)
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Mission Hills Commons

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1602 Linwood St, Unit 1602

1820 Titus St, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex

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1900-1908 San Diego Ave

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3620-3634 Keating St

1826-1830 Guy St

4033 Dove St

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4083-4089 Falcon St

3407-3469 Pringle St
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720 W Lewis St

Mission Hills

3940 Dove St

3630-3646 Eagle St

3829 Eagle St

3934-3936 Goldfinch St

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Solis Place

2230 San Diego Ave

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1769 San Diego Ave

3778 Keating St

3737 Keating St

3958-3964 Dove St
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Mission Hills, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Hills Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $1,595 | $3,128 |
| Mission Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $2,395 | $3,250 |
| Mission Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,766 | $2,895 | $7,900 |
| Mission Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,895 | $5,895 | $5,895 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Hills Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Hills area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Aspen Park Apartments priced from $2,375. Rainford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Mission Hills apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Rainford Apartments | A2.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Mission Hills Commons | The Lark | 2BR,2BA | $3,805 |
| The Fort | 2x2D | 2BR,2BA | $4,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Hills, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Hills area is the $3.22 price per square foot The Lark Model at Mission Hills Commons in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,805. The second greatest value Mission Hills apartment is the 2x2B Model at The Fort starting at $4,314 with a $4.15 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Hills Commons | The Lark | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| The Fort | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.15 |
| 1820 Titus St, Unit 1820 Titus Duplex | 1820 Titus St | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 4119 Falcon St, Unit 2B/2B Apartment in Mission Hills | 4119 Falcon St | 2BR,2BA | $3.88 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Hills is at Rainford Apartments listed at $2,470.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Hills Apartment is $2,395 at Rainford Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Hills is starting from $2,375 at Aspen Park Apartments.
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