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8360 Phyllis PlSan Diego, CA 92123
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6540 Friars RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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7444 Mission Valley RdSan Diego, CA 92108
6780 Friars Rd, Unit 6780 Friars Rd 320, Unit 6780 Friars Rd 320
6780 Friars Rd
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6304 Rancho Mission RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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4555 30th StSan Diego, CA 92116
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5989 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit #106, Unit #106
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4353 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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2284 Dunlop StSan Diego, CA 92111
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2355 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
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5411 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92110
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4576-4580 32nd StSan Diego, CA 92116
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2233-2281 Ulric StSan Diego, CA 92111
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4740 Wilson AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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5747 Lauretta StSan Diego, CA 92110
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4688 39th St
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4455-4465 Cherokee AveSan Diego, CA 92116
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4658 E Mountain View DrSan Diego, CA 92116
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2395 Cardinal DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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2285 Ulric StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Mission Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Valley Studio Apartments | $2,472 | $1,800 | $3,275 |
| Mission Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,795 | $6,222 |
| Mission Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Mission Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,689 | $2,859 | $6,651 |
| Mission Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,491 | $8,491 | $8,491 |
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Cheapest Available Mission Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Outlook at Mission Valley priced from $1,995. 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 apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| CentrePointe | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Pacific Heights (Phase 2) | Studio (Type D) | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Louisiana (Schmidt) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| AMP30 | S2: Madonna | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Winslow | S4 | Studio,1BA | $2,213 |
| The Promenade Rio Vista Apartments | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,313 |
| 2911 Adams | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,321 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley area is the $2.97 price per square foot B2 Model at IMT Mission Valley in the in the Mission Valley neighborhood starting from $3,240. The second greatest value Mission Valley apartment is the Brentwood Model at Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes starting at $3,100 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMT Mission Valley | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| River Run Village | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1 Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Louisiana (Schmidt) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Valley is under $2,321.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Valley is Outlook at Mission Valley which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Mission Valley costs $25,403.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Mission Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mission Valley?
Cheap apartments in Mission Valley have an average cost of $119 which is $25,284 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Valley.
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