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Houses for Rent in National City, CA

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Houses for Rent in National City, CA. 25 Rentals Available
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
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    2805 Alta Dr, National City, CA 91950
    2 BEDS $3,095
  • A modern kitchen with a marble island and stainless steel appliances.
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    1214 Manchester Street, National City, CA 91950
    1 BED $1,250

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  • A kitchen with a refrigerator, a table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.
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    1320 Vinca Way, San Diego, CA 92114
    1 BED $1,500
  • A living room with a blue ottoman and a rug with a pattern.
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    5288 Santa Margarita Street, San Diego, CA 92114
    3 BEDS $3,850
  • A kitchen with a white stove top oven and a white refrigerator.
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    109 Shasta Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    3 BEDS $4,000
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    739 Twin Oaks Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    STUDIO $1,975
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and a marble countertop.
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    5415 Lenox Drive, San Diego, CA 92114
    4 BEDS $3,700
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a white oven.
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    6116 Brooklyn Avenue (Studio), San Diego, CA 92114
    STUDIO $1,595
  • A living room with a white couch and wooden chairs.
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    725 Terra Nova Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91910
    4 BEDS $9,200
  • A living room with a white couch, a wooden coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    Coronado Cays, Coronado, CA 92118
    3 BEDS $7,500
  • A kitchen with black cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    E Emerson Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
    3 BEDS $4,300
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  • A kitchen area with a bar stool and a countertop.
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    504 Carlsbad St, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    3 BEDS $3,500
  • A living room with a brown couch and a round mirror on the wall.
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    3667 33Rd Street, San Diego, CA 92104
    3 BEDS $6,000
  • A living room with a ceiling fan and a painting on the wall.
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    6362 Newsome Drive, San Diego, CA 92115
    3 BEDS $3,350
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    4337 50Th St, San Diego, CA 92115
    3 BEDS $2,900
  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and grey cabinets.
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    1786 Elm Ave, San Diego, CA 92154
    4 BEDS $6,000
  • A living room with a white couch and a painting on the wall.
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    1271 Essex St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    3 BEDS $5,500
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  • A living room with a blue couch and a television.
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    1238 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103
    2 BEDS $5,900
  • 704 Ocean Lane 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    704 Ocean Lane, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    1 BED $2,550
  • 755 2Nd Street 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    755 2Nd Street, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    3 BEDS $4,295
  • A living room with a brown couch and a ceiling fan.
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    4655 34Th St, San Diego, CA 92116
    2 BEDS $2,850
  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a white chair.
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    1135 Florida St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    2 BEDS $5,800
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs.
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    1133 Florida St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    3 BEDS $5,900
  • A living room with a white chair and a blue rug.
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    1246 Thermal Ave, San Diego, CA 92154
    3 BEDS $6,000
  • A kitchen with a white counter and a fan on the ceiling.
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    2420 Madison Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
    2 BEDS $3,150
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National City, CA rent trends

Rental prices in National City, CA have decreased by 2.47% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,039 to $1,988.

Check out the average rent prices in National City by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in National City, CA is $1,988.

Average rent in National City, CA

$1,988/mo National City, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in National City, CA is $1,988.

    What's the typical rent budget in National City, CA?

    About 13% of apartment rents in National City, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 2% of apartments. Around 15% of National City’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 71% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in National City, CA (71%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in National City, CA

    85 /100
    Very Walkable
    50 /100
    Good Transit
    57 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 85, Transit Score®: 50, Bike Score®: 57

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in National City, CA?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,250 and $3,095.

    What is the average size of a rental house in National City, CA?

    The average National City, CA rental house size is 1,225 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in National City, CA?

    Renting a house in National City, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in National City, CA?

    Houses for rent in National City, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in National City, CA

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 25 homes for rent in National City, CA. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in National City, CA for rental homes start at $1,250. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $9,200 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 25 houses listed in National City, CA, with prices ranging from $1,250 to $9,200 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!