Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (37 Rentals)

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3528 Madison Ave

San DiegoCA92116
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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 Studio unit found at The Ray priced from $1,795. 4658 E Mountain View Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The RayStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
4658 E Mountain View DrMtn View1BR,1BA$1,895
The Hills at Fashion Valley fka Fashion Hills TerraceAspen1BR,1BA$1,966
Gaines Street Apartment1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,000
Prado ApartmentsThe Essex1BR,1BA$2,190
The Modernaire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Partial Classic1BR,1BA$2,199
5747 Lauretta1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,200
Metro Mission ValleyStudioStudio,1BA$2,215

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley area is the $3.24 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan A Model at Apex Mission Valley in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $4,839. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Apex Mission Valley3 Bed 2 Bath Plan A3BR,2BA$3.24
4515 Felton St3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$3.08
Felix at The SocietyC2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.32
Fashion Terrace Apartment HomesBrentwood2BR,2BA$2.84
Arrive Mission ValleyLa Palma2BR,2BA$3.40
River Front Condominium RentalsSago2BR,2BA$3.33
4772 34th St, Unit 2 bedroom Normal Heights4772 34th St2BR,1BA$2.65
Village Apartments2x1 Townhome2BR,1BA$3.36
Gaines Street Apartment2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.20
Prado ApartmentsThe Essex1BR,1BA$3.12

Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Valley?

There are currently 1468 Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $13,153. There are also 154 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Valley ranging from $1,800 to $62,000.

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 $1,800 to $62,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,428.

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 $2,875 to $13,153, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,500.

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