
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Furnished Studio-San Diego - Sorrento Mesa

IMT Sorrento Valley

The Club Torrey Pines

3887 Pell Pl, Unit #116

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10828 Aderman Ave

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10750 Aderman Ave

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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 | $2,660 | $2,129 | $3,204 |
| Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $2,500 | $4,425 |
| Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $2,945 | $8,899 |
| Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,023 | $3,797 | $10,000+ |
| Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,069 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 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 Studio unit found at IMT Sorrento Valley priced from $2,285. Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. 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 | E1UPGRADE | Studio,1BA | $2,285 |
| Park Place Apartments | Default One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Westbrook Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,680 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,687 |
| Carmel Creek | Charismatic | 1BR,1BA | $2,927 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $3.14 price per square foot C2 3x3 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,549. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the Lakeview Model at Del Mar Ridge starting at $3,797 with a $2.66 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 | $3.14 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Lakeview | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Garden at 3Roots | 2G | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Valencia | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Avino | B1 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Carmel Creek | Charismatic | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Mar Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Del Mar Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Del Mar Mesa is at IMT Sorrento Valley listed at $2,285.
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 $2,295 at Park Place Apartments.
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 $2,945 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 Del Mar Ridge and starts from $3,797.
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