Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (15 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 Village priced from $1,697. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 270Studio,1BA$1,697
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,720
Park Genesee1x1M1BR,1BA$1,875
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
55+ La Casa Balboa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,910

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $2.85 price per square foot Model 2B Model at Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Coronado Model at Pacific Sands starting at $2,750 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Kearny Mesa 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.
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Model 2B2BR,1BA$2.85
Pacific SandsCoronado2BR,2BA$2.97
The Stratton Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$3.23
Genesee ParkPlan A1BR,1BA$3.29
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.34
Desert Spa Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.04
PalmsBreeze1BR,1BA$3.48
Mesa Vista Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.54
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.08
Park Genesee1x1M1BR,1BA$3.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont?

There are currently 152 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,840 to $30,000. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont ranging from $810 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 $810 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,854.

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 $2,950 to $30,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.

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