How much is the average rent in National City, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

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.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in National City, CA?

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.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in National City, CA?

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.

Are utilities usually included in rent in National City, CA?

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.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in National City, CA

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10m ago

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Cambridge Park

3394 Daley Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92123

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,499–$4,247

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Central Heat

Fireplace

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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11m ago

9.6

Excellent

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Bonita Cedars

5155 Cedarwood Rd, Bonita, CA 91902

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,099–$2,717

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Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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6h ago

9.9

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Form 15

1450 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,907–$3,849

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7h ago

9.6

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AVA Balboa Park

3288 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,535–$4,588

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Residents Lounge

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7h ago

9.9

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CentrePointe

6540 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,299–$3,179

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Central Heat

EV Charging

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Rent special

7h ago

8.5

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F11 East Village

1110 F St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,299–$6,691

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Top amenities

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Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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$2,154–$6,281

Core-Columbia

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,099–$2,717

Bonita

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7h ago

8.8

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VAYA on Axia

1910 Axia Way, Chula Vista, CA 91915

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$2,600–$4,825

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EV Charging

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

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8h ago

9.4

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eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,415–$3,075

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8h ago

9.6

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AVA Pacific Beach

3883 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109

Rent special | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,036–$4,135

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Swimming Pool

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9h ago

8.8

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Bayside at Coronado

1515 2nd St, Coronado, CA 92118

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,455–$4,765

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Top amenities

Business Center

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Domain San Diego

8798 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,379–$4,683

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Air Conditioning

Business Center

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Garage Parking

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10h ago

9.7

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Parkway Club

1237 Graves Ave, Bostonia, CA 92021

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,864–$2,775

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Central Heat

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Wheelchair Accessible

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16h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Palmilla

5474 Reservoir Dr, San Diego, CA 92120

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,101–$2,809

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Elevator

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Roof Deck

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Rent special

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Modera San Diego

1445 K St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,467–$6,830

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Top amenities

Garage Parking

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

8.5

Very good

The Rey

801 A St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,154–$6,281

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Canyon Ridge

3187 Cowley Way, San Diego, CA 92117

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,348–$3,175

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Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Residents Lounge

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Rent special

2d ago

9.9

Excellent

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Island Village Apartments

1245 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | Furnished | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$1,300–$2,167

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 8

Top amenities

Central Heat

Controlled Access

Elevator

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

2d ago

9.9

Excellent

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Pinnacle at Otay Ranch

1310 Santa Rita St, Chula Vista, CA 91913

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,407–$3,787

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Top amenities

Central Heat

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Storage

Swimming Pool

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New construction

3d ago

7.2

Very good

CASA DIEGO

6195 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115

Rent special | Furnished | Air conditioning

4 beds

2 baths

$1,499–$1,590

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Rent special

4d ago

8.6

Very good

Mollison Garden

863 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Rent special

3D tour

4d ago

8.8

Very good

City Villas Apartments

841 16th St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,050–$3,050

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 25

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

4d ago

8.8

Very good

Evergreen

291 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,750–$2,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.2

Excellent

Verified

372 Fourth Ave Suite 101

372 4th Ave Ste 101, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | Furnished

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,546–$3,509

Apartment for rent

Student housing

Rent special

5d+ ago

7.8

Very good

Fifty Twenty-Five

5025 Collwood Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,799–$1,989

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 20

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Haven at The Hills

425 E Bradley Ave, Bostonia, CA 92021

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,950–$2,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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