Cheap Homes for Rent in the Mission Valley West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (9 Rentals)

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property at 1605 Hotel Cir S

$2,050

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$2,050

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$2,050

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1605 Hotel Cir S, Unit 105

1605 Hotel Cir S
San DiegoCA92108

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property at 6202 Friars Rd

$1,900 - $2,195

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6202 Friars Rd

San DiegoCA92108
property at 3972 Jackdaw St

$2,295

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$2,295

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$2,295

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3972 Jackdaw St, Unit 207

3972 Jackdaw St
San DiegoCA92103
property at 6416 Friars Rd

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

6416 Friars Rd, Unit 320

6416 Friars Rd
San DiegoCA92108
property at 6416 Friars Rd

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

6416 Friars Rd, Unit 320

6416 Friars Rd
San DiegoCA92108

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property at 6416 Friars Rd

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6416 Friars Rd, Unit 308

6416 Friars Rd
San DiegoCA92108

Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mission Valley West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at FA2 priced from $1,895. Gaines Street Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FA21BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,895
Gaines Street Apartment1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,000
Hilltop TerraceOne Bedroom - Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,029

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West 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 $3,810. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the 2+2 Model at Hillcrest Summit starting at $2,895 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mission Hills CommonsThe Lark2BR,2BA$3.22
Hillcrest Summit2+22BR,2BA$2.46
Apex Mission Valley2 Bed 2 Bath Plan D2BR,2BA$3.38
Chromatic Flats ApartmentsA021BR,1BA$3.50
Uptown Villa2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.26
Fashion Terrace Apartment HomesBel Air1BR,1BA$3.18
Gaines Street Apartment2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.20
4284-4288 3rd Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.23
4th Avenue ApartmentsLayout B1BR,1BA$3.43
FA21BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.03

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Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA

Ranked #42

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Valley West

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

There are currently 226 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,598 to $7,926. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley West ranging from $1,995 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Valley West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Valley West ranges from $1,995 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,427.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Valley West range from $3,942 to $7,926, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,995.

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