
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $700 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Valley East area of San Diego.


7932 Mission Center Ct

The Outlook at Mission Valley Apartments

4654 30th St

2911 Adams

4748 Bancroft St

4637-4645 Park Blvd

West Park
Mission Valley East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Valley East Studio Apartments | $2,297 | $1,695 | $2,700 |
| Mission Valley East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,600 | $4,145 |
| Mission Valley East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,694 | $2,904 | $5,790 |
| Mission Valley East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,001 | $3,290 | $6,422 |
| Mission Valley East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,304 | $5,304 | $5,304 |
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Cheapest Available Mission Valley East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley East area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Outlook at Mission Valley Apartments priced from $1,995. 2911 Adams has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Outlook at Mission Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 2911 Adams | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| The Missions at Rio Vista | A 706 SF San Diego | 1BR,1BA | $2,309 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley East area is the $2.88 price per square foot Plan F Model at Del Rio Apartment Homes in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,875. The second greatest value Mission Valley East apartment is the PLAN C2 Model at West Park starting at $5,912 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rio Apartment Homes | Plan F | 3BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| West Park | PLAN C2 | 3BR,2BA | $4.40 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| The Missions at Rio Vista | B 730 SF San Miguel | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| River Run Village | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Circa 37 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| The Outlook at Mission Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Brynn | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| Purl Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Valley East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Valley East is under $3,035.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Valley East?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Valley East is The Outlook at Mission Valley Apartments which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Mission Valley East costs $5,406.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Valley East?
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 20 regular apartments in Mission Valley East 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 Valley East?
Cheap apartments in Mission Valley East have an average cost of $565 which is $4,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Valley East.
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