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The average rent in National City, as of June 2026, is down 4.89% compared to last month but up 4.84% year-over-year.
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7h ago
608 E 24th St, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
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3d ago
NC18 Apartments, 1224-34 East 18th Street, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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3d ago
1525 G Ave, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,825
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3d ago
341 E 30th St, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,795
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,095
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,645
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5d+ ago
2428 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,745
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5d+ ago
2114 E 7th St, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995–$3,070
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5d+ ago
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4212 Avenida Arroyo #NA, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,400
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Available Jul 1
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
On-Site Laundry
Assigned Parking
16h ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$7,658
$7,121
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16h ago
Verified
5 beds
4 baths
$12,533
$12,200
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$3,250
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Available Jun 2
2d ago
702 R Avenue, National City, CA 91950
Assigned parking | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$2,790
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Available Sep 27
5d+ ago
Verified
1402 E 14th St #1, National City, CA 91950
Assigned parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
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Available Mar 1
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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4h ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
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4h ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,912
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5h ago
1815 La Siesta Way, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,769–$2,695
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22h ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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1d ago
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Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$1,575
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1d ago
2602 Ridgeway Dr, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
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2d ago
House for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
$1,800
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Available Apr 9
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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3d ago
1627 E 9th St, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,050–$2,750
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$2,365
$2,105
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,850–$2,295
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,475
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4d ago
900 Palm Ave, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
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4d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,799
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5d+ ago
2542 Ridgeway Dr, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,295–$2,995
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
1420 Coolidge Ave #C, National City, CA 91950
Storage | Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
Available Mar 22
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
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5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$3,175
House for rent
Available Mar 11
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,775
$4,400
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available May 26
5d+ ago
2–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,695–$4,695
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,450–$1,595
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,475
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
$1,695
Price drop
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National City, CA has a vibrant atmosphere that many residents appreciate, particularly noting its cultural diversity and strong local food scene. The nearby access to San Diego adds to its appeal, especially for those who enjoy a mix of urban activities and outdoor recreation. Some residents point to the affordability of housing compared to other areas in San Diego County as a major plus. However, complaints often center around traffic congestion and limited parking options, which can detract from the overall livability for some renters.
National City's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,900 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,700 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions in this San Diego County community.
Rents in National City, CA have been experiencing a modest increase, with a 1.4% rise for 1-bedroom apartments and a 4% increase for 2-bedroom apartments in 2024.
May offers the most favorable rental conditions in National City, with rents approximately 9% lower than peak February prices. November also presents good opportunities with the least competitive market conditions, while February tends to have the highest rents and strongest competition among renters.
National City offers good options for pet owners, with approximately 35% of rental listings welcoming pets. This represents a substantial portion of the city's average 133 monthly apartment listings, providing multiple choices for renters with companion animals.
Utilities are rarely included in National City rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across apartment sizes. This pattern holds consistent whether you're looking at studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, or three-bedroom units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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