
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Mission Valley area of San Diego.


2457 Burgener Blvd

6736 Thomson Ct

1247 Colusa St

1337 Caminito Gabaldon

5946 Rancho Mission Rd

1395 Caminito Gabaldon, Unit C
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6780 Friars Rd

4353 Texas St

7972 Mission Center Ct

4847 Mansfield St
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3535 Monroe Ave

2224 River Run Dr, Unit 141

5745 Friars Rd, Unit Presidio Place Condos

5950 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 178

4857 Kansas St

1918 Carmelina Dr.

4330 Idaho St

6202 Friars Rd

2448 Bartel St

2226 River Run Dr, Unit 162
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2135 Judson St
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Mission Valley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,469 | $2,280 | $6,500 |
Mission Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,213 | $3,295 | $9,000 |
Mission Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,373 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 |
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4658 E Mountain View Dr | Mtn View | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
2911 Adams | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
Prado Apartments | The Florence | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley area is the $2.17 price per square foot 6745 S Elman St Model at 6745 S Elman St, Unit 6745 S Elman in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,898. 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. |
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6745 S Elman St, Unit 6745 S Elman | 6745 S Elman St | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
4515 Felton St | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
Arrive Mission Valley | Andalucia | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
Apex Mission Valley | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
Bradbury at The Society | C1 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
The Hills at Fashion Valley fka Fashion Hills Terrace | Carmel | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
The Modernaire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Prado Apartments | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Valley
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Valley?
There are currently 1473 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $12,220. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley ranging from $1,900 to $27,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Valley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Valley ranges from $1,900 to $27,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,367.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Valley?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Valley range from $2,869 to $12,220, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,295 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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