Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (13 Rentals)

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Fiesta Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fiesta Apartments

5150 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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Royal Diane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Diane Apartments

5005 Diane AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Lotus House Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lotus House Apartments

5110 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Aspen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

4975 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Pacific Palms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Palms

5109-5139 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mesa Village
Studio Apartments

Mesa Village

5265 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Desert Spa Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Desert Spa Apartments

4338-4340 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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Mission Bay Towers
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Bay Towers

4323 Mission Bay DrSan Diego, CA 92109
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Clairemont, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Mesa Village priced from $1,767. Le Jaime has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 380Studio,1BA$1,767
Le Jaime0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,795
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$1,837
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Elivia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of October 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $3.20 price per square foot Laguna Model at Pacific Sands in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $2,354 with a $2.48 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific SandsLaguna3BR,2BA$3.20
The Modern ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.48
Desert Spa Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.63
The LucciF&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed2BR,2BA$3.13
Arrive ClairemontImperial2BR,1BA$3.17
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
Genesee ParkPlan A1BR,1BA$3.13
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.55
PalmsBreeze1BR,1BA$3.27
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Clairemont, San Diego, CA

Ranked #49

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Clairemont, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Clairemont Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $2,410.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clairemont?

The cheapest apartment in Clairemont is Coral Bay which is listed at $1,837, while the average apartment in Clairemont costs $5,675.

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 16 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 $339 which is $5,336 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont.

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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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

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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.

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