
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Del Mar Mesa area of San Diego.


The Club Torrey Pines

IMT Sorrento Valley
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The Casas

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Torrey Gardens

12510 Carmel Creek Rd

11530 Caminito La Bar
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13754 Mango Dr

13655 Ruette Le Parc
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 | $3,063 | $2,540 | $3,477 |
Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $2,542 | $7,120 |
Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $2,636 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,256 | $4,190 | $8,915 |
Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,497 | $6,000 | $6,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 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. The Casas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,542. 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 |
The Casas | C 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn | 1BR,1BA | $2,542 |
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Panzano | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,815 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 104 | 1BR,1BA | $2,880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $3.84 price per square foot C1R Model at Signature Point in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,906. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the Cadiz Model at Torrey Gardens starting at $4,345 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Carmel Valley 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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Signature Point | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
Torrey Gardens | Cadiz | 3BR,2BA | $3.41 |
Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
Carmel Creek | Citation | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
The Casas | C 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Panzano | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDel Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA
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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
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Del Mar Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Del Mar Mesa is at La Jolla Crossroads Apartments listed at $2,575.
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 $2,636 at The Casas.
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 Altura and starts from $4,344.
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