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5255 Mount Etna DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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6106 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont
4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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6699 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments!
2821 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Village Apartments
7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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3309 Cowley WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Park Genesee
5550 Genesee CtSan Diego, CA 92111
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4068 Armstrong StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Gardens Apartments
5544 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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3884 Caminito AguilarSan Diego, CA 92111
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Arrive Clairemont
6363 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Royal Diane Apartments
5005 Diane AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Fiesta Apartments
5150 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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6779 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Park House Apartments
8501-8549 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
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Pacific Palms
5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Park Place
5188 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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6520 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Parkridge Manor Apartments
7414 Mesa CollegeSan Diego, CA 92111
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Mesa Palms Apartments
7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Desert Spa Apartments
4386 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Vista Capri
3277 Berger AveSan Diego, CA 92123
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Elivia Apartments
5325-5385 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Aldea at Mesa College
7322 Mesa College DrSan Diego, CA 92111
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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clairemont Mesa East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairemont Mesa East Studio Apartments | $2,936 | $1,888 | $3,277 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $1,776 | $4,470 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,035 | $2,295 | $6,984 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $2,869 | $6,727 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,951 | $9,951 | $9,951 |
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Cheapest Available Clairemont Mesa East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clairemont Mesa East area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Modica Family Apartments priced from $1,776. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modica Family Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| La Casa Balboa | Upstairs Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Elivia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,048 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,048 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $2.45 price per square foot C1 Model at eaves Mission Ridge in the in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood starting from $3,310. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the Floor Plan D Model at Genesee Park starting at $3,500 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairemont Mesa East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| eaves Mission Ridge | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Genesee Park | Floor Plan D | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Olympus Corsair | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| The Modern Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.98 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Model 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Casa De Windsor - North Clairemont | 2 Br. 2 Ba. | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Village Apartments | 2x1 Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clairemont Mesa East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clairemont Mesa East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clairemont Mesa East is under $2,048.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clairemont Mesa East?
The cheapest apartment in Clairemont Mesa East is Modica Family Apartments which is listed at $1,776, while the average apartment in Clairemont Mesa East costs $9,956.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clairemont Mesa East?
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 214 regular apartments in Clairemont Mesa East 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 Clairemont Mesa East?
Cheap apartments in Clairemont Mesa East have an average cost of $1,289 which is $8,667 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont Mesa East.
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