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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 Mesa Village priced from $1,759. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,760. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 380Studio,1BA$1,759
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,760
55+ La Casa Balboa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,910
The Villager!0/1 Ocean ViewStudio,1BA$1,999
Le Jaime0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,011

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $2.95 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $3,316. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the 7302 Mesa College Dr Model at 7302 Mesa College Dr, Unit 1 starting at $2,195 with a $2.00 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 ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.95
7302 Mesa College Dr, Unit 17302 Mesa College Dr2BR,1BA$2.00
PalmsTropic2BR,2BA$2.86
Village Apartments2x1 Townhome2BR,1BA$3.36
Desert Spa Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.92
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
The Stratton Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$3.42
Pacific SandsCardiff1BR,1BA$3.41
Mesa Vista Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.54
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont Mesa East

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont Mesa East?

There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,577 to $9,360. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont Mesa East ranging from $1,490 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clairemont Mesa East?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clairemont Mesa East ranges from $1,490 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,289.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clairemont Mesa East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clairemont Mesa East range from $2,875 to $5,112, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,440.

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