Cheap Homes for Rent in Carmel Mountain Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,200 (6 Rentals)
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Carmel Mountain, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carmel Mountain?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel Mountain 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,348 | $2,550 | $4,500 |
Carmel Mountain 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,300 | $4,850 |
Carmel Mountain 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,536 | $4,085 | $5,000 |
Carmel Mountain 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carmel Mountain Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments priced from $1,774. Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,865. Here are the most affordable Carmel Mountain apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,774 |
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
Pomerado Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain, CA
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Mountain area is the $2.80 price per square foot Cervinia Upper Model at Cresta Bella in the in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood starting from $4,291. The second greatest value Carmel Mountain apartment is the Covington Model at The Courtyards Pacific Village starting at $3,829 with a $3.02 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. |
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Cresta Bella | Cervinia Upper | 3BR,2BA | $2.80 |
The Courtyards Pacific Village | Covington | 3BR,2BA | $3.02 |
Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Haven Poway | 2 Bed 2 Bath R | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
La Privada Valle Poway | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.05 |
Canyon Rim Apartments | B1 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Cypress at Junipers Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel Mountain
What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel Mountain?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,774 to $6,030. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel Mountain ranging from $2,295 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel Mountain?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel Mountain ranges from $2,295 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,939.
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