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6699 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Mesa East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (33 Rentals)
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Mesa Palms Apartments
7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Modica Family Apartments
5255 Mount Etna DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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55+ La Casa Balboa
6106 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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7434 Mesa College Dr
San DiegoCA92111
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Le Jaime
4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan 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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3443 Sandrock RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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Village Apartments
7004-7082 Eastman StSan Diego, CA 92111
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5110 Constitution Rd
San DiegoCA92117
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Elivia Apartments
5325-5385 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Palms
3235-3265 Armstrong StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Gardens Apartments
5544 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
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 | $1,875 | $3,270 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,285 | $1,695 | $8,760 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,885 | $2,123 | $10,000+ |
| Clairemont Mesa East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,570 | $1,700 | $6,593 |
| Clairemont Mesa East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,700 | $7,700 | $7,700 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clairemont Mesa East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 $1,557. Modica Family Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,776. 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 270 | Studio,1BA | $1,557 |
| Modica Family Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Le Jaime | ADU - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Elan Sandrock Place | 1/1 - 600 sq/ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,004 |
| Elivia Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $2.59 price per square foot Floor Plan D Model at Genesee Park in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,274. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the Lago Loft Model at Mira Bella Apartments starting at $4,109 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Clairemont Mesa East 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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| Genesee Park | Floor Plan D | 3BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Mira Bella Apartments | Lago Loft | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Ariva | B2 - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Pacific Sands | Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x1 Future or Completed | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Palms | Breeze | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
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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 $2,099.
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 $7,700.
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 125 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 $1,192 which is $6,508 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont Mesa East.
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