Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (13 Rentals)

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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 Palms Apartments priced from $1,760. Pacific Bay Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,760
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,855
55+ La Casa Balboa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,910
The Villager!0/1 Ocean ViewStudio,1BA$1,999
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2,004

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $3.08 price per square foot Dana Point Model at Avia La Jolla in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $4,698. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $3,310 with a $2.94 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.
Avia La JollaDana Point2BR,2BA$3.08
The Modern ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.94
7302 Mesa College Dr, Unit 17302 Mesa College Dr2BR,1BA$2.00
Desert Spa Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.92
The Stratton Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$3.38
Genesee ParkPlan A1BR,1BA$3.18
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.30
Pacific SandsCardiff1BR,1BA$3.41
Casa Aldea at University City Village1 Bed 1 Bath Casita1BR,1BA$3.37
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont?

There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,475 to $30,000. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont ranging from $2,095 to $12,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clairemont ranges from $2,095 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,350.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clairemont range from $3,025 to $30,000, 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 $4,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,620.

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