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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 Studio unit found at Hilltop Terrace priced from $1,748. 4030 Front St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hilltop TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,748
4030 Front St4030 Front St.1BR,1BA$1,850
Gaines Street Apartment1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA

As of October 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.20 price per square foot C2 2 Bedroom Model at Felix at The Society in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,812. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the THE LARK Model at Mission Hills Apartments starting at $3,845 with a $3.25 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.
Felix at The SocietyC2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.20
Mission Hills ApartmentsTHE LARK2BR,2BA$3.25
Fashion Terrace Apartment HomesBrentwood2BR,2BA$2.84
The Margo1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.54
Bradbury at The SocietyA1 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.72
Gaines Street Apartment2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.20
Apex Mission Valley1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A1BR,1BA$3.33
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.63
4030 Front St4030 Front St.1BR,1BA$3.00
5747 Lauretta1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA

Ranked #34

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

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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 224 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,748 to $9,990. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley West ranging from $1,370 to $6,950.

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 $1,370 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,414.

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 $3,959 to $6,640, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,370 to $5,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,440.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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