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10400 Caminito Cuervo, Unit B
10400 Caminito CuervoSan Diego, CA 92108
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (36 Rentals)
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2062 Drescher St
San DiegoCA92111
5922 Lauretta St
San DiegoCA92110
2202 River Run Dr
San DiegoCA92108
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4432 Utah St, Unit 4432 half Utah St.
4432 Utah StSan Diego, CA 92116
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4512 1/2 Idaho St
San DiegoCA92116
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4658 E Mountain View Dr
4658 E Mountain View DrSan Diego, CA 92116
1375 Caminito Gabaldon
San DiegoCA92108
7932 Mission Center Ct
San DiegoCA92108
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7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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4345 Bancroft St
San DiegoCA92104
4349 Bancroft St
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1244 Colusa St
San DiegoCA92110
4422 Boundary St
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4733-35 Oregon St
San DiegoCA92116
4520 1/2-4723 Kansas St
San DiegoCA92116
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Gaines Street Apartment
5720-5740 Gaines StSan Diego, CA 92110
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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 | $2,603 | $1,800 | $3,494 |
| Mission Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $1,400 | $8,102 |
| Mission Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,746 | $2,250 | $9,330 |
| Mission Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,933 | $2,875 | $10,000+ |
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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 4658 E Mountain View Dr 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 apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4658 E Mountain View Dr | Mtn View | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| Citrino | S-02 | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
| Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Partial Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley area is the $3.01 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan A Model at Apex Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,505. The second greatest value Mission Valley apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4515 Felton St starting at $3,695 with a $3.08 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Mission Valley | 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan A | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| 4515 Felton St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| River Front Condominium Rentals | Queen | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Pacific Heights II | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| MC Tower | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Park Place View Apartments | 2 bedroom/2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| 4772 34th St, Unit 2 bedroom Normal Heights | 4772 34th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
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Getting Around the Mission Valley Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Valley is 4658 E Mountain View Dr which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Mission Valley costs $4,626.
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 16 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 $282 which is $4,344 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Valley.
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