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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895–$3,150
Apartment for rent
11h ago
2114 E 7th St, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,295–$3,120
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in National City
4 beds
2 baths
$3,400
House for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3128 E 20th St #NA, National City, CA 91950
Assigned parking | Hardwood floor | Storage
3 beds
2 baths
$3,550
House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
3 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,475
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Assigned Parking
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
10h ago
2428 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
142 E 31st St, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,845–$3,290
Apartment for rent
2d 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
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,745
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
NC18 Apartments, 1224-34 East 18th Street, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,795–$2,395
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$4,315
$2,860
Price drop
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
5 beds
4 baths
$12,485
$11,809
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$2,035
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
801 National City Blvd #614, National City, CA 91950
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
Condo for rent
Available Feb 9
4d ago
702 R Avenue, National City, CA 91950
Assigned parking | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$2,790
Apartment for rent
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
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
4h ago
900 Palm Ave, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
$1,695
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 16
7h ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
Apartment for rent
8h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
10h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
23h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,812
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,985
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
House for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2319 Ridgeway Dr, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
$3,750
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1815 La Siesta Way, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$2,895
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,645
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Fitness center
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,295
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 28
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
4d ago
31 N Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,945–$2,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in National City
1860 E 12th St #1, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
House for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
1420 Coolidge Ave #C, National City, CA 91950
Storage | Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$1,575
Condo for rent
Available Mar 22
5d+ ago
6 beds
3 baths
$5,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,925
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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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in National City, CA is approximately $1,920, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,718.
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.
The best time to look for an apartment in National City, CA is during September and November when the market is relatively less competitive, potentially offering lower prices.
Yes, a significant number of apartments in National City, CA are pet-friendly, with 57.25% of listings allowing pets.
About 18% of listings in National City, CA include utilities in the rent.
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 2024 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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