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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (40 Rentals)
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$1,447 - $1,860Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Terrasini Apartments
5257 Mount Etna DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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5130 Kesling St
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Modica Family Apartments
5255 Mount Etna DrSan Diego, CA 92117
4862 Fond Du Lac Ct
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Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont
4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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$1,850 - $2,9001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 13
Bayview Apartments
4340 Moraga AveSan Diego, CA 92117
7414 Mesa College Dr
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La Casa Balboa
6106 Beadnell WaySan 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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$1,995 - $2,8951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 10
Balboa Plaza
6699 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Coral Bay
3309 Cowley WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Park Genesee
5550 Genesee CtSan Diego, CA 92111
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The Stratton Apartment Homes
3884 Caminito AguilarSan Diego, CA 92111
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Casa De Windsor - North Clairemont
4790 Conrad AveSan Diego, CA 92117
5252 Balboa Arms Dr, Unit 179
5252 Balboa Arms Dr
San DiegoCA92117
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Del Rey Apartments
3455 Del Rey StSan Diego, CA 92109
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$2,195 - $2,5951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 4
Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace
2960 Clairemont DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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4068 Armstrong St, Unit ADU
4068 Armstrong StSan Diego, CA 92111
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Royal Diane Apartments
5005 Diane AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Fiesta Apartments
5150 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Aspen Apartments
4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Pacific Palms
5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Village
5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mission Bay Towers
4323 Mission Bay DrSan Diego, CA 92109
3250 Ashford St
San DiegoCA92111
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Park Place
5188 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Beadnell Village
6520 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Palms Apartments
7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Parkridge Manor Apartments
7414 Mesa CollegeSan Diego, CA 92111
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Vista Capri
3277 Berger AveSan Diego, CA 92123
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Pacific Bay Club Apartments
4070 Huerfano AveSan Diego, CA 92117
5252 Balboa Arms Dr
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6708 Barnhurst Dr
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Balboa Fountains Apartments
6779 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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Aldea at Mesa College
7322 Mesa College DrSan Diego, CA 92111
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Clairemont, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clairemont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairemont Studio Apartments | $2,916 | $1,737 | $3,277 |
| Clairemont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $1,776 | $3,587 |
| Clairemont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,552 | $2,200 | $4,467 |
| Clairemont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,497 | $2,869 | $10,000+ |
| Clairemont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,528 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Clairemont Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clairemont area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Terrasini Apartments priced from $1,447. Mesa Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,687. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrasini Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,447 |
| Mesa Village | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,687 |
| Modica Family Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| La Casa Balboa | Upstairs Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Villager in Bay Park, Freshly Renovated Studio Apartments! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,119 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,138 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $2,162 |
| Palms Apartments | Design 1A Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $2.93 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Riviera Highlands Apartments in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $2,930. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Design 2A Premier Model at Palms Apartments starting at $2,651 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairemont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Riviera Highlands Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Palms Apartments | Design 2A Premier | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Pacific Sands | Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Pacific Bay Club Apartments | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Arrive Clairemont | Marina | 2BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clairemont Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clairemont?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clairemont is under $2,189.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clairemont?
The cheapest apartment in Clairemont is Terrasini Apartments which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Clairemont costs $12,528.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clairemont?
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 265 regular apartments in Clairemont 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?
Cheap apartments in Clairemont have an average cost of $2,221 which is $10,307 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont.
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