Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Mesa East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (46 Rentals)

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property at 3304 Baltimore St

$1,299

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$1,299

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3304 Baltimore St

San DiegoCA92117
property at 3053 Greyling Dr

$1,600

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$1,600

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3053 Greyling Dr

San DiegoCA92123

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property at 6602 Beadnell Way

$2,200

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6602 Beadnell Way, Unit 4

6602 Beadnell Way
San DiegoCA92117

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Gardens Apartments
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$2,300 - $3,045
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Gardens Apartments

5544 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Pacific Sands
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$2,301 - $3,301
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Pacific Sands

5550 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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property at 4988 Genesee Ave

$2,375 - $3,975

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 19

4988 Genesee Ave

San DiegoCA92117
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Royal Diane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Diane Apartments

5005 Diane AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Fiesta Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fiesta Apartments

5150 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Aspen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lotus House Apartments

5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Park House Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park House Apartments

8501-8549 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
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Pacific Palms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Palms

5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Village
Studio Apartments

Mesa Village

5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Spa Apartments

4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Park Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place

5188 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Beadnell Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beadnell Village

6520 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Palms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Palms Apartments

7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Vista Capri
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Capri

3277 Berger AveSan Diego, CA 92123
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Elivia Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elivia Apartments

5325-5385 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Vive Luxe
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vive Luxe

4890 Sunroad Centrum LnSan Diego, CA 92123
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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Terrasini Apartments, a 62+ Community priced from $1,520. Mesa Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,757. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrasini Apartments, a 62+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,520
Mesa VillagePlan SBStudio,1BA$1,757
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$1,930
The Villager Bay Park0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,995
Park Genesee1x1M1BR,1BA$2,019
Elivia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,099
Elan Sandrock Place1x11BR,1BA$2,195
Le Jaime1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,295
Pacific SandsCardiff1BR,1BA$2,301
eaves Mission RidgeA21BR,1BA$2,410

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA

As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at The Modern Apartments in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $3,332. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the 3b2b Model at Park View Apartments starting at $2,750 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairemont Mesa East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Modern Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$2.96
Park View Apartments3b2b3BR,2BA$2.62
Balboa PlazaTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.72
Palms ApartmentsDesign 2A Premier2BR,2BA$2.85
Wexford Manor Apartments2+12BR,1BA$2.85
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
Desert Spa Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.96
Arrive ClairemontVista2BR,1BA$2.97
Genesee ParkFloor Plan A1BR,1BA$3.31
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2.97

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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clairemont Mesa East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clairemont Mesa East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clairemont Mesa East is at Terrasini Apartments, a 62+ Community listed at $1,520.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clairemont Mesa East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clairemont Mesa East Apartment is $1,774 at Terrasini Apartments, a 62+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clairemont Mesa East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clairemont Mesa East is starting from $2,241 at Coral Bay.

What is the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Clairemont Mesa East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park View Apartments and starts from $2,750.

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