
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Mesa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission Mesa area of Oceanside.


Elan Village North

Silver Oak Apartments

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Ocean View Terrace Apartments

Ocean Park Apartments

Stoney Brook Apartments

Camino Colony
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Villa Pacific Apartments

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560 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 209

Flower Hill

615 Vine St

Terrace Gardens

2126 Poplar Rd

Mission Cove
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Manzana

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Canyon Creek

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The Carthage Apartments

813 Carey Rd
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 | $2,446 | $2,029 | $3,013 |
| Mission Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,950 | $2,981 |
| Mission Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $2,200 | $3,675 |
| Mission Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,027 | $3,204 | $5,550 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Camino Colony priced from $1,950. Villa Pacific Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,010. Here are the most affordable Mission Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 1BR,1BA | $2,010 |
| Creekwood Villas | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Elan Village North | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Mesa, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Mesa area is the $3.10 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Silver Oak Apartments in the in the Fire Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,715. The second greatest value Mission Mesa apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath D Model at Villa Pacific Apartments starting at $2,010 with a $2.87 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Ocean Creek | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.06 |
| 560 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 209 | 560 Greenbrier Dr | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| 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 $2,029.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Mesa Apartment is $1,950 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 $2,250 at Camino Colony.
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 $4,075.
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