
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Mesa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $800 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Mesa area of Oceanside.


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Camino Colony

Ocean Park Apartments

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555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 38, Unit 38

555 Greenbrier Dr

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La Mision Village (no availability)

432 Edgehill Ln

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Mission Mesa, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,390 | $1,625 | $3,013 |
| Mission Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,750 | $3,197 |
| Mission Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $2,200 | $4,426 |
| Mission Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,906 | $2,850 | $5,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Mission Mesa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Creekwood Villas priced from $2,032. Camino Colony has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Mission Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekwood Villas | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,032 |
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bed /1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Elan Village North | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Mesa, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Mesa area is the $2.40 price per square foot 555 Greenbrier Dr Model at 555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 38 in the in the Fire Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Mission Mesa apartment is the 2 Bed /1 Bath Model at Stoneybrook Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Fire Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 38 | 555 Greenbrier Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bed /1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments C | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Ocean Creek | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.06 |
| Creekwood Villas | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $4.06 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Mesa is at Creekwood Villas listed at $2,032.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Mesa Apartment is $2,050 at Camino Colony.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Mesa is starting from $2,200 at Stoneybrook Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mission Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ocean Creek and starts from $5,440.
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