Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)

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property at 5273 Mount Alifan Dr

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5273 Mount Alifan Dr

San DiegoCA92111
property at 8026 Linda Vista Rd

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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8026 Linda Vista Rd, Unit 2G

8026 Linda Vista Rd
San DiegoCA92111
property at 4060 Huerfano Ave

$1,895 - $2,950

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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4060 Huerfano Ave

San DiegoCA92117

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property at 3873 Canning Avenue

$1,935

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$1,935

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$1,935

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3873 Canning Avenue, Unit Studio

3873 Canning Avenue
San DiegoCA92111
property at 5041 Genesee Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5041 Genesee Ave

San DiegoCA92117
property at 7555 Linda Vista Rd

$2,199

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$2,199

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7555 Linda Vista Rd

San DiegoCA92111
property at 6333 Mt Ada Rd

$2,200 - $2,550

1 Bedroom Rentals

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6333 Mt Ada Rd

San DiegoCA92111

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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. Coral Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,848. 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
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$1,848
Desert Spa Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,875
Pacific Bay Club ApartmentsSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3539-41 Luna Ave Model at 3539-41 Luna Ave, Unit 3539 Luna Avenue in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $3,165 with a $2.81 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.
3539-41 Luna Ave, Unit 3539 Luna Avenue3539-41 Luna Ave4BR,2BA$2.96
The Modern Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$2.81
Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.83
Pacific SandsCoronado2BR,2BA$2.81
The LucciF&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed2BR,2BA$2.91
The Stratton Apartment HomesB1 Income Restricted2BR,1BA$2.69
Arrive ClairemontGenesee1BR,1BA$3.07
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.98
PalmsBreeze1BR,1BA$3.09
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$2.84

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Clairemont, San Diego, CA

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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 $1,776 to $10,495. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont ranging from $1,000 to $10,900.

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 $1,000 to $10,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,591.

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 $2,439 to $6,609, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,195 to $10,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,175 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,700.

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