Cheap Homes for Rent in Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (10 Rentals)

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Del Mar Mesa area of San Diego.

$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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5414 Sparkling Shores Dr

San DiegoCA92130

$2,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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13316 Caminito Ciera

San DiegoCA92129

$2,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 7

13754 Mango Dr

Del MarCA92014

$2,695

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 17

10702 Dabney Dr

San DiegoCA92126

$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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$2,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

3850 Elijah Ct

San DiegoCA92130

$2,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 10

3887 Pell Pl

San DiegoCA92130

$2,850

Total Monthly Price

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

10626 Aderman Ave, Unit 14

10626 Aderman Ave

San DiegoCA92126

$2,900

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

7315 Calle Cristobal

San DiegoCA92126

$2,900

Total Monthly Price

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 15

3877 Pell Pl, Unit 207

3877 Pell Pl

San DiegoCA92130

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Del Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Del Mar Mesa?

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$3,991	$2,695	$8,500
Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$6,320	$3,850	$10,000+
Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$7,328	$5,595	$10,000+
Del Mar Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$8,158	$6,950	$10,000+

Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood

There are currently 10 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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA

As of June 21, 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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Best Local Schools in
Del Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA

Carmel Del Mar Elementary

Del Mar Union Elementary School District

Public School - Grades K-5 (562)

10 out of 10

Canyon Crest Academy

San Dieguito Union High School District

Public School - Grades 9-12 (2147)

10 out of 10

Carmel Valley Middle

San Dieguito Union High School District

Public School - Grades 6-8 (697)

9 out of 10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Del Mar Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Del Mar Mesa?

There are currently 57 Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,890 to $16,770. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Del Mar Mesa ranging from $2,000 to $11,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Del Mar Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Del Mar Mesa ranges from $2,000 to $11,750 with an average monthly rent of $5,707.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Del Mar Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Del Mar Mesa range from $4,245 to $10,274, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,850 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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