
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Valley East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (12 Rentals)
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4610 30th St

2210 River Run Dr, Unit 2210 River Run Drive

4762 33rd St, Unit Normal Heights Condo

4657 1/2 Oregon St

4671 Hamilton St

4654 33rd St

1950 Camino de la Reina

2236 River Run Dr

4863 Bancroft St

1950 Camino de la Reina, Unit River Colony condominium

2204 River Run Dr, Unit 2204RiverRunDr#28
Mission Valley East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Valley East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Valley East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,478 | $2,650 | $4,800 |
Mission Valley East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,364 | $4,150 | $6,700 |
Mission Valley East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,319 | $5,500 | $7,000 |
Mission Valley East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mission Valley East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 4627 Campus Ave priced from $2,300. 2911 Adams has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,315. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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4627 Campus Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
2911 Adams | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,315 |
The Missions at Rio Vista | A 706 SF San Diego | 1BR,1BA | $2,404 |
West Park | PLAN S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,451 |
River Run Village | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,693 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley East area is the $3.17 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Monte Vista Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Valley East neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Mission Valley East apartment is the B Model at Circa 37 starting at $2,895 with a $3.72 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. |
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Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Circa 37 | B | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
The Missions at Rio Vista | B 730 SF San Miguel | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
West Park | PLAN A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
4627 Campus Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
River Run Village | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
Purl Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
2911 Adams | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Valley East
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Valley East?
There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $6,640. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley East ranging from $2,000 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Valley East?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Valley East ranges from $2,000 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,485.
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