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10m ago
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$2,995–$3,595
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9h ago
840 Palm Ave, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Apartment for rent
13h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2602 Ridgeway Dr, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$3,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,190
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1447 Sheryl Ln, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
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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
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2805 Alta Dr #NA, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
House for rent
Available Dec 15
Assigned Parking
On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,270
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$5,689
$4,457
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ 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
10h ago
900 Palm Ave, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,925–$2,982
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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
$2,026–$2,595
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,650
Apartment for rent
23h ago
Condo for rent in National City
2431 Prospect St #1, National City, CA 91950
Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
$1,800
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jan 10
1d 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–$2,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in National City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,195
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 10
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
311 East 5th Street, National City, CA 91950
Hardwood floor | Controlled access | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,475
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Price drop
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
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
House for rent
Available Feb 15
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,645
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,125
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 baths
$3,800
House for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in National City
2 beds
2 baths
$2,675
House for rent
Available Jan 16
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 15
5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1306 NC18 Apartments, 1306 East 18th Street, National City, CA 91950
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,026–$2,595
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jan 15
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$1,828
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,599
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
629 E 3rd St, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
$1,895
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
House for rent
Available Jan 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
915 N Ave #B, National City, CA 91950
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 26
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in National City
2805 Alta Dr #B, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in National City
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Condo for rent
Available Jan 5
5d+ ago
House for rent in National City
1702 E 7th St #NA, National City, CA 91950
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Jan 19
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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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