Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Mesa East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (229 Rentals)

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Elowen
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$2,529 - $6,257

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Elowen

8555 Aero DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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AMLI Aero
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$3,095 - $6,837

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AMLI Aero

3585 Aero CtSan Diego, CA 92123
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Alexan Camellia
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$2,902 - $4,467

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Alexan Camellia

4888 Convoy StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Mira Bella Apartments
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$2,924 - $4,363

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Base Rent$2,924 - $4,363
Total Monthly Price$2,924 - $4,363
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Mira Bella Apartments

3455 Kearny Villa RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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Palms Apartments
$2,489 - $2,980

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Palms Apartments

3235-3265 Armstrong StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Village Apartments
$2,850 - $2,854

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Base Rent$2,850 - $2,854
Total Monthly Price$2,850 - $2,854
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Village Apartments

7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Gardens Apartments
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$2,150 - $2,870

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Base Rent$2,150 - $2,870
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Gardens Apartments

5544 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Pacific Sands
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$2,401 - $3,420

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Pacific Sands

5550 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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property at 2540 Clairemont Dr
$4,000

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Base Rent$4,000
Total Monthly Price$4,000
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2540 Clairemont Dr, Unit 307

2540 Clairemont Dr
San DiegoCA92117
property at 6602 Beadnell Way
$2,000

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Base Rent$2,000
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6602 Beadnell Way, Unit 4

6602 Beadnell Way
San DiegoCA92117
property at 4848 Diane Ave
$2,820 - $5,700

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Base Rent$2,820 - $5,700
Total Monthly Price$2,820 - $5,700
1 To 3 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent
Available Sep 16
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4848 Diane Ave

San DiegoCA92117
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property at 4558 Bannock Ave
$8,245

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Base Rent$8,245
Total Monthly Price$8,245
6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 16
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4558 Bannock Ave

San DiegoCA92117
property at 2909 Cowley Way
$2,850

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Base Rent$2,850
Total Monthly Price$2,850
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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2909 Cowley Way, Unit L

2909 Cowley Way
San DiegoCA92117
property at 8360 Neva Ave
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150
Total Monthly Price$1,150
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8360 Neva Ave

San DiegoCA92123
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property at 4671 Central Plaza
$3,990

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Base Rent$3,990
Total Monthly Price$3,990
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1
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4671 Central Plaza

San DiegoCA92123
property at 4018 Fond du Lac Ave
$3,250

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Base Rent$3,250
Total Monthly Price$3,250
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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4018 Fond du Lac Ave

San DiegoCA92117
property at 3053 Greyling Dr
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600
Total Monthly Price$1,600
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3053 Greyling Dr

San DiegoCA92123
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property at 3709 Merrimac Ave
$3,200

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Base Rent$3,200
Total Monthly Price$3,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3709 Merrimac Ave

San DiegoCA92117

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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Diego, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this part of town is a highly-rated residential area for its many parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Clairemont Mesa East has risen to be one of our preferred luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise pets? this area of San Diego ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont Mesa East

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Clairemont Mesa East area of San Diego, CA?

As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 229 available Clairemont Mesa East apartments priced from $1,299 to $12,604, with an average monthly rent of $3,569.

How much are Studio apartments in Clairemont Mesa East?

There are currently 60 Studio Apartments in Clairemont Mesa East with rent ranges from $1,796 to $3,267 with an average price of $2,818.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Clairemont Mesa East Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Clairemont Mesa East ranges from $1,299 to $4,603 with an average monthly rent of $3,236.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Clairemont Mesa East cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Clairemont Mesa East range from $2,195 to $6,466. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,981.

How expensive are Clairemont Mesa East Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 57 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Clairemont Mesa East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,750 to $7,131 - averaging $4,567 for the location.

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