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Penasquitos Point
12760 Rancho Penasquitos BlvdSan Diego, CA 92129
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10062 Paseo Montril
10062 Paseo MontrilSan Diego, CA 92129
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Penasquitos Village Apartments
10955 Carmel Mountain RdSan Diego, CA 92129
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Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments
15051 Junipers DrSan Diego, CA 92129
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Legacy Hills at Poway 55+
12730 Monte Vista RdPoway, CA 92064
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13608 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064
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Pomerado Gardens Apartments
12330 9th StPoway, CA 92064
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12556 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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12751 Gateway Park RdPoway, CA 92064
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12455 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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12510 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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12425 Oak Knoll RdPoway, CA 92064
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Carmel Mountain, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Mountain Studio Apartments | $2,136 | $1,700 | $2,458 |
| Carmel Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,950 | $3,322 |
| Carmel Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $2,234 | $3,928 |
| Carmel Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,003 | $2,629 | $10,000+ |
| Carmel Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,954 | $9,954 | $9,954 |
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Cheapest Available Carmel Mountain Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Mountain area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ priced from $1,865. Pomerado Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Carmel Mountain apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
| Pomerado Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Casa Anita Apartments | First | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2,174 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain, CA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Mountain area is the $2.81 price per square foot Laguna Model at Montierra in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,002. The second greatest value Carmel Mountain apartment is the C1 Market Rate Model at Canyon Rim Apartments starting at $2,965 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Canyon Rim Apartments | C1 Market Rate | 3BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Oak Creek | 2 Bedrooms/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Sands | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Countryside Apartments | Tea Tree | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| eaves Rancho Penasquitos | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Cresta Bella | Arezzo Lower | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Mountain Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carmel Mountain?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carmel Mountain is under $2,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carmel Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in Carmel Mountain is Pomerado Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Carmel Mountain costs $9,954.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carmel Mountain?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Carmel Mountain that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carmel Mountain?
Cheap apartments in Carmel Mountain have an average cost of $157 which is $9,797 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carmel Mountain.
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