
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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The Club Torrey Pines

12362 Carmel Country Rd, Unit 304

IMT Sorrento Valley

12283 Carmel Vista Rd, Unit 122, Unit 122

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Carmel Creek

Del Mar Ridge

3709 Torrey View Ct

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3622 Bernwood Pl

12530 Carmel Creek Rd

10766 Dabney Dr

13754 Mango Dr, Unit 313, Unit 313

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Del Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,825 | $2,159 | $3,491 |
| Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,421 | $2,692 | $6,009 |
| Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,249 | $3,025 | $8,906 |
| Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,092 | $3,967 | $8,454 |
| Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,786 | $5,315 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Del Mar Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Mar Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at IMT Sorrento Valley priced from $2,720. Torrey Hills Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,840. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMT Sorrento Valley | A1UPGRADE | 1BR,1BA | $2,720 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,840 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1H + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,947 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,983 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $4.01 price per square foot B1.B2 2x2 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,292. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the 1C Model at Garden at 3Roots starting at $3,205 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.01 |
| Garden at 3Roots | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.85 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
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Best Local Schools in Del Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Mar Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment is $2,720 at IMT Sorrento Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Mar Mesa is starting from $3,025 at IMT Sorrento Valley.
What is the most affordable Del Mar Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Del Mar Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Torrey Gardens Apartments and starts from $4,245.
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