Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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4060 Huerfano Ave

San DiegoCA92117

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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 1 Bed unit found at Modica Family Apartments priced from $1,776. Mesa Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,789. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Modica Family Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,776
Mesa VillagePlan SBStudio,1BA$1,789
Park Genesee1x1M1BR,1BA$1,795
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Pacific Bay Club ApartmentsSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairemont 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 apartment is the Model 2B Model at Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * starting at $2,950 with a $2.95 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$3.01
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Model 2B2BR,1BA$2.95
Balboa PlazaTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.62
Mesa Vista Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$2.64
Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.52
The LucciF&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed2BR,2BA$2.91
Casa De Windsor - North ClairemontAffordable Apartment Homes San Diego1BR,1BA$3.11
PalmsBreeze1BR,1BA$3.09
Desert Spa Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.85
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2.92

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Clairemont, San Diego, CA

Ranked #73

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $4,560. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont ranging from $1,100 to $9,850.

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 $1,100 to $9,850 with an average monthly rent of $4,055.

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 $1,700 to $3,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,199 to $8,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,100.

Expert Rental Resources

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