Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Valley East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (4 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mission Valley East area of San Diego.

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2892 Villas Way

San DiegoCA92108

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley East area is the $3.51 price per square foot Plan D Model at Del Rio Apartment Homes in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,420. The second greatest value Mission Valley East apartment is the Plan 3 Model at River Run Village starting at $2,962 with a $3.13 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Del Rio Apartment HomesPlan D2BR,2BA$3.51
River Run VillagePlan 32BR,2BA$3.13
West ParkPLAN A21BR,1BA$4.03
Circa 37A11BR,1BA$3.96
The Missions at Rio VistaA 706 SF San Diego1BR,1BA$3.37
The Promenade Rio Vista ApartmentsResidence 11BR,1BA$3.59
Outlook at Mission Valley1BR1BR,1BA$3.07
Monte Vista Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.72
The BrynnPlan A11BR,1BA$4.53
2911 Adams1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.71

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 $8,491. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley East ranging from $1,150 to $8,500.

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 $1,150 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,282.

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