As of September 2026, rental prices in City Heights (92105), in the San Diego metro area, range from $1,801 to $5,629 per month depending on property type and bedroom count.
The most notable year-over-year change is a -9.66% decline for 1-bedroom single-family rentals in City Heights, CA.
For 2-bedroom units in City Heights, apartments have a median rent of $2,211 while condos/townhomes are priced higher at $2,417.
What is the current rent range in City Heights, CA?
As of September 2026, rental prices in City Heights, CA range from $1,801 for a 1-bedroom condo/townhome up to $5,629 for a 4-bedroom condo/townhome.
Which segment in City Heights, CA stands out for an unusual or outlier rent change?
The 1-bedroom single-family segment in City Heights, CA experienced a -9.66% year-over-year rent decline according to September 2026 data.
How does the rent for apartments compare to condos for the same bedroom count in City Heights, CA?
In City Heights, CA as of September 2026, 2-bedroom condos/townhomes rent for $2,417, which is $206 more than 2-bedroom apartments at $2,211.
What is the most expensive property type and bedroom combination in City Heights, CA?
The highest median rent in City Heights, CA in September 2026 is for 4-bedroom condos/townhomes at $5,629 per month.
City Heights, CA· San Diego metro
September 2026
92105
Long-term Rental Rates
Long-term rental rates for City Heights (92105), in the San Diego metro area, as of September 2026.
Apartment
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,719 – $1,900
3.42%
6.14%
2-Bedroom
$2,100 – $2,321
0.35%
0.03%
3-Bedroom
$2,804 – $3,019
0.98%
-3.31%
4-Bedroom
$5,465 – $5,846
2.09%
4.16%
Condo/Townhome
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,756 – $1,846
6.05%
0.39%
2-Bedroom
$2,357 – $2,478
4.22%
-0.39%
3-Bedroom
$3,058 – $3,313
2.39%
-6.88%
4-Bedroom
$5,500 – $5,826
0.77%
2.96%
Single-Family
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$1,854 – $1,989
-0.92%
-9.66%
2-Bedroom
$2,515 – $2,791
0.84%
-3.10%
3-Bedroom
$3,234 – $3,588
-1.91%
4.33%
4-Bedroom
$3,700 – $3,917
-3.62%
-5.16%
Data updated: October 19, 2026
City Heights Rental Trends · San Diego metro
In the City Heights (92105) rental market, 3-bedroom single-family homes reached a median rent of $3,477 in August 2026. This reflects a year-over-year increase of 4.51% and a 2.78% rise month-over-month, making this segment one of the strongest performers among all property types tracked.
For 4-bedroom properties in City Heights (92105), condos and townhomes outperformed apartments with a median rent of $5,586 compared to $5,495, a difference of $91. Condos also showed a higher annual growth rate of 3.02%, exceeding the 2.56% annual change in apartment rents.
A notable aspect of City Heights (92105) rental trends is the 2.93% month-over-month decrease in median rent for 1-bedroom condos, now at $1,698. This decline is greater than the changes seen in 1-bedroom apartments and single-family homes, which moved -0.33% and -3.31% year-over-year, respectively.
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