
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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7575 Tupelo Cv, Unit A

5414 Sparkling Shores Dr

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IMT Sorrento Valley

12269 Carmel Vista Rd

The Club Torrey Pines
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10626 Aderman Ave, Unit 14

3877 Pell Pl, Unit 207

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3521 Caminito El Rincon

3850 Elijah Ct

3887 Pell Pl

7315 Calle Cristobal

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13754 Mango Dr
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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 | $2,591 | $1,890 | $3,299 |
| Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,597 | $2,645 | $6,419 |
| Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,593 | $2,757 | $8,906 |
| Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,376 | $4,245 | $10,000+ |
| Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,829 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 The Club Torrey Pines priced from $2,799. Carmel Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,999. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,799 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Garden at 3Roots | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3,290 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $3.31 price per square foot C2 3x3 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,804. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the Belmont Model at Del Mar Ridge starting at $3,820 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills 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 | C2 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $3.31 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| Altura | B3 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.86 |
| Garden at 3Roots | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| Avino | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| 7575 Tupelo Cv, Unit A | 7575 Tupelo Cv | Studio ,1BA | $3.80 |
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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 $2,799 at The Club Torrey Pines.
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 $3,511 at The Club Torrey Pines.
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 Avino and starts from $4,590.
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