Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Mesa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (22 Rentals)

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Ocean Breeze
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean Breeze

2070 Poplar RdOceanside, CA 92058
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Mission Cove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Cove

3247 Anchor WayOceanside, CA 92054

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615 Vine St
Studio Apartments

615 Vine St

615 Vine StOceanside, CA 92054
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2126 Poplar Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Poplar Rd

2126 Poplar RdOceanside, CA 92058
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Flower Hill
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Flower Hill

506 Canyon DrOceanside, CA 92054
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Terrace Gardens
Studio Apartments

Terrace Gardens

3030 Oceanside BlvdOceanside, CA 92054
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The Carthage Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carthage Apartments

515 Greenbrier DrOceanside, CA 92054
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813 Carey Rd
Studio Apartments

813 Carey Rd

813 Carey RdSan Diego, CA 92058

Mission Mesa, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

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 Villa Pacific Apartments priced from $1,950. Ocean View Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Mission Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Pacific Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath D1BR,1BA$1,950
Ocean View Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,195
Elan Village NorthAspire1BR,1BA$2,245
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,395
Silver Oak ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,555

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Mesa, CA

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Mesa area is the $2.92 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Silver Oak Apartments in the in the Fire Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,555. The second greatest value Mission Mesa apartment is the 555 Greenbrier Dr Model at 555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 23 starting at $2,095 with a $2.62 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Silver Oak ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.92
555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 23555 Greenbrier Dr1BR,1BA$2.62
Ocean View Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.78
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
Villa Pacific Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath D1BR,1BA$2.79

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From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission Mesa, Oceanside, CA

Ranked #22

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Mesa Apartments

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 Villa Pacific Apartments.

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 $2,395 at Ocean Park Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.