Cheap Homes for Rent in the Mission Valley East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (5 Rentals)

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property at 1365 Caminito Gabaldon

$2,150

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$2,150

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$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1365 Caminito Gabaldon, Unit E

1365 Caminito Gabaldon
San DiegoCA92108
property at 1361 Caminito Gabaldon

$2,150

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$2,150

Total Monthly Price
$2,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1361 Caminito Gabaldon, Unit E

1361 Caminito Gabaldon
San DiegoCA92108

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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 2911 Adams priced from $2,295. The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,707. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2911 Adams1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295
The Promenade Rio Vista ApartmentsResidence 31BR,1BA$2,707
West ParkPLAN A11BR,1BA$2,774

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA

As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley East area is the $3.20 price per square foot Plan F Model at Del Rio Apartment Homes in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,305. The second greatest value Mission Valley East apartment is the Plan 3 Model at River Run Village starting at $3,063 with a $3.23 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 F3BR,2BA$3.20
River Run VillagePlan 32BR,2BA$3.23
PortofinoLa Scala - One Bedroom/One Bathroom 894 Sq Ft 1BR,1BA$3.42
The Missions at Rio VistaA 706 SF San Diego1BR,1BA$3.97
West ParkPLAN A11BR,1BA$4.13
The Promenade Rio Vista ApartmentsResidence 11BR,1BA$4.19
Circa 37A11BR,1BA$4.43
Purl ApartmentsJr 1 Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$4.87
2911 Adams1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.91

Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Valley East

What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Valley East?

There are currently 325 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,825 to $7,470. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley East ranging from $1,995 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 $1,995 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,020.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Valley East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Valley East range from $3,259 to $6,605, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,995 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,470.

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