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6699 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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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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5325-5385 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Le Jaime
4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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2821 Morena BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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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 | $2,946 | $1,750 | $3,270 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $1,695 | $9,870 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,937 | $2,123 | $10,000+ |
| Clairemont Mesa East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,570 | $2,439 | $8,767 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,541 | $3,675 | $9,408 |
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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 Studio unit found at Mesa Village priced from $1,627. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Mesa Village | Studio 380 | Studio,1BA | $1,627 |
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| Modica Family Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,879 |
| Le Jaime | ADU - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $3.01 price per square foot Laguna Model at Pacific Sands in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the Plan C Model at Mesa Vista Apartment Homes starting at $2,755 with a $2.85 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Pacific Sands | Laguna | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Mesa Vista Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| The Modern Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.79 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Arrive Clairemont | Imperial | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Mira Bella Apartments | Alba | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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Best Local Schools in Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA
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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 $2,479.
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 $6,541.
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 94 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 $1,024 which is $5,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont Mesa East.
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