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5336 Winthrop St

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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 $1,587. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,710. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 380Studio,1BA$1,587
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,710
Modica Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,776
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$1,884
Le JaimeADU - AffordableStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA

As of November 02, 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 Prato Model at Mira Bella Apartments starting at $3,298 with a $3.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific SandsLaguna3BR,2BA$3.01
Mira Bella ApartmentsPrato2BR,2BA$3.11
Mesa Vista Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$2.85
The Modern ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.50
Desert Spa Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.63
Arrive ClairemontImperial2BR,1BA$3.26
The LucciF&F Renovation 2x1 Future or Completed2BR,1BA$3.17
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$3.15
PalmsBreeze1BR,1BA$2.94
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2.90

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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA

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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 158 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $9,448. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont Mesa East ranging from $1,100 to $9,500.

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 $1,100 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,100.

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 $2,439 to $8,683, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,675.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.