
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Palm City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Palm City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,739 | $2,195 | $3,695 |
| Palm City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,898 | $3,095 | $7,000 |
| Palm City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,923 | $3,495 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Palm City Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Palm City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palm City area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 636 11th Street priced from $1,300. Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here are the most affordable Palm City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 636 11th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Main Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 639 10 Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 614-620 13th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palm City, CA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Palm City area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Remodeled Model at Hollister Creek Apartments in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Palm City apartment is the 2-Bed/2-Bath Model at Imperial House Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Egger Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palm City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollister Creek Apartments | 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Imperial House Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Palmira Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| The Courtyard Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 1070 Georgia St | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Main Street Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Casa de Palomar Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Villa Napoli Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Imperial Beach Palms | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 636 11th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palm City
What type of rentals are currently available in Palm City?
There are currently 513 Apartments for Rent in Palm City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,455 to $5,490. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Palm City ranging from $1,300 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Palm City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Palm City ranges from $1,300 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,265.
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