
Cheap Homes for Rent in Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (13 Rentals)
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5671 Greenshade Rd

10220 Keoki St
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12370 Carmel Country Rd, Unit 108

778 Canyon Point Ln

5252 Amber View Pt

3840 Elijah Ct

10612 Dabney Dr

3609 Bernwood Pl

12376 Carmel Country Rd

13880 Kerry Ln

10894 Aderman Ave
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3514 Caminito El Rincon
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 |
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Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,673 | $2,695 | $7,500 |
Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,112 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,740 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,247 | $6,295 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,549 | $9,500 | $10,000+ |
Browse Homes for Rent 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. Torrey Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,945. 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 |
Torrey Gardens | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,970 |
Park Place Apartments | Default 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $2.77 price per square foot B3 2x2.5 Model at Ocean Air in the in the Torrey Pines neighborhood starting from $4,016. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the C2 Model at Signature Point starting at $5,815 with a $4.30 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 | B3 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.77 |
Signature Point | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $4.30 |
Del Mar Ridge | Newport | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.72 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | B3UPGRADE | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
Park Place Apartments | Default 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
Torrey Gardens | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDel Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA
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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 $1,975 to $15,267. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Del Mar Mesa ranging from $1,250 to $19,599.
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 $1,250 to $19,599 with an average monthly rent of $6,519.
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 $4,079 to $15,267, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.
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