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30 Rentals
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  7. Building Photo - The Kimball
    3 BEDS
    $3,700

    The Kimball

    1126 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950
  8. Property Front - Plaza Del Rey
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    3 BEDS
    $3,250

    Plaza Del Rey

    900 E 12th St, National City, CA 91950
  11. Building Photo - 5551 Churchward St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $7,932
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,932
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,932

    5551 Churchward St Unit SI ID1464996P

    5551 Churchward St, San Diego, CA 92114
  17. Building Photo - 3005 E 16th St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,350

    3005 E 16th St

    3005 E 16th St, National City, CA 91950
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  18. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,900

    723 E 22nd St

    723 E 22nd St, National City, CA 91950
  19. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,900

    721 E 22nd St

    721 E 22nd St, National City, CA 91950
  20. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $7,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,900

    5551 Churchward St

    5551 Churchward St, San Diego, CA 92114
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    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,000

    NC3 Unit 101

    1733 L Ave, National City, CA 91950
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    BC Nordica

    4142-4158 Nordica Ave, San Diego, CA 92113

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National City, CA Apartments for Rent

National City is the second-oldest city in San Diego County, incorporated in 1887, and it's right in the South Bay region with quick access to Interstate 5 and Interstate 805. If you're searching for apartments for rent in National City, you'll discover a budget-friendly alternative to pricier parts of San Diego County, with typical one-bedroom rents around $1,674 per month. The city covers eight square miles and borders Chula Vista to the south, putting you close to shopping spots like Westfield Plaza Bonita and the Mile of Cars auto mall.

Renting in National City means you've got multiple transportation options, including several bus routes and stations for the Blue Line, Green Line, and Yellow Line trolleys that connect you straight to downtown San Diego and other areas. The city has parks and recreation centers too, like Butterfly Park and the El Toyon Recreation Center with sports facilities and a dog park. Apartment communities here offer everything from cozy studios to roomy multi-bedroom units, ideal for renters who want to stay close to San Diego's job centers without breaking the bank. California State Route 54 provides east-west connections, while the National City Farmers Market on A Avenue and restaurants along National City Boulevard make this an appealing spot for cost-conscious renters.

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Sweetwater High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,290 Students
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Sweetwater High School

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Grades 9-12
2,290 Students
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San Diego Workforce Innovation High

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Grades 9-12
2,722 Students
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Granger Junior High

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Grades 6-8
724 Students
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Granger Junior High School

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Grades 6-8
724 Students
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National City Middle

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Grades 6-8
709 Students
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National City Middle School

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Grades 6-8
709 Students
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Ira Harbison

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Grades K-5
393 Students
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John A. Otis Elementary

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Grades K-5
367 Students
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John A. Otis Elementary School

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367 Students
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Central Elementary School

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477 Students
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Central Elementary

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