
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (25 Rentals)
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5671 Greenshade Rd

5252 Amber View Pt

The Club Torrey Pines

13880 Kerry Ln

IMT Sorrento Valley
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Del Mar Ridge

Furnished Studio-San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

10720 Aderman Ave, Unit 49

Carmel Creek

Torrey Hills Apartment Homes

One Paseo Living
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Torrey Gardens

7912 Dancy Rd

7246 Rock Canyon Dr

12269 Carmel Vista Rd
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10646 Aderman Ave

3514 Caminito El Rincon

3609 Bernwood Pl

3850 Elijah Ct

10848 Aderman Ave

2234 Via Aprilia
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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 |
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Del Mar Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,753 | $2,485 | $2,939 |
Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,514 | $2,665 | $5,580 |
Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $2,890 | $8,899 |
Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,380 | $4,117 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,643 | $6,000 | $9,936 |
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There are currently 25 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 $2,372. Del Mar Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,665. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,372 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,665 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,815 |
Carmel Creek | Azra | 1BR,1BA | $2,877 |
One Paseo Living | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,889 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $3.14 price per square foot A2 1x1.5 Plus Den Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $3,403. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the Meridian Model at Carmel Creek starting at $3,447 with a $3.22 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. |
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Ocean Air | A2 1x1.5 Plus Den | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.14 |
Carmel Creek | Meridian | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Avino | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.10 |
Park Place Apartments | Default 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
Torrey Gardens | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Diego, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
3 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,372 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 $2,890 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 Carmel Creek and starts from $4,117.
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