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$5,096 - $6,193Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 12
Casas by the Sea
5060 La Jolla BlvdSan Diego, CA 92109
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jolla Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $500 (55 Rentals)
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Pacific Shores Apartments
840-860 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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5228 Cass St
5228 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
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708-710 Turquoise St
708-710 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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760 Sapphire St
760 Sapphire StSan Diego, CA 92109
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812 Tourmaline St
812 Tourmaline StSan Diego, CA 92109
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944 Opal St
944 Opal StSan Diego, CA 92109
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765 Agate St
765 Agate StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1073-1075 Agate St
1073-1075 Agate StSan Diego, CA 92109
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830-838 Sapphire St
830-838 Sapphire StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1468 Missouri St
1468 Missouri StSan Diego, CA 92109
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904-910 Agate St
904-910 Agate StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1764 Chalcedony St
1764 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1728 Diamond St
1728 Diamond StSan Diego, CA 92109
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944 Sapphire St
944 Sapphire StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1024-1030 Sapphire St
1024-1030 Sapphire StSan Diego, CA 92109
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805-807 Opal St
805-807 Opal StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1756-1762 Chalcedony St
1756-1762 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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702-716 Turquoise St
702-716 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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5231-5245 La Jolla Mesa Dr
5231-5245 La Jolla Mesa DrSan Diego, CA 92109
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824 Sapphire Street
824-826 Sapphire StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1066 Wilbur Ave
1066 Wilbur AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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4755 Ingraham St
4755 Ingraham StSan Diego, CA 92109
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936 Loring St
936 Loring StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1027-1033 Wilbur Ave
1027-1033 Wilbur AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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1023-1031 Loring St
1023-1031 Loring StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Cardinal
943-949 Agate StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1049-1055 Loring St
1049-1055 Loring StSan Diego, CA 92109
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954-962 Wilbur Ave
954-962 Wilbur AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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5051 Cass St
5051 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Cardinal Apartments
935 Agate StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1019 Loring St
1019 Loring StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1781-1791 Chalcedony St
1781-1791 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1510 Chalcedony St
1510 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1524 Missouri St
1524 Missouri StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Turquoise Place
891 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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The Cove PB
901-919 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Casa Frida
1530 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Pacific Beach Townhomes
1760 Diamond StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Apartments on Cass St.
5050 Cass StSan Diego, CA 92109
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DRIFT PB
1727 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Erin Manor
1551 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Sea Holder Apartments
5102-5124 Dawes StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Queen Victoria Apartments
1625 Chalcedony StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1032 Beryl St
1032 Beryl StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1016 Wilbur Ave
1016 Wilbur AveSan Diego, CA 92109
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Baja La Jolla Apartments
804 Loring StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Jewell Manor
4702-4724 Jewell StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1099 Turquoise St
1099 Turquoise StSan Diego, CA 92109
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1754 Diamond St
1754 Diamond StSan Diego, CA 92109
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Jolla Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jolla Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolla Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Jolla Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,029 | $3,100 | $5,096 |
| Jolla Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,168 | $8,950 | $9,387 |
| Jolla Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $28,564 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Jolla Mesa Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| DRIFT PB | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Casas by the Sea | 2 Bed, 2 Bath R | 2BR,2BA | $4,421 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jolla Mesa, CA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jolla Mesa area is the $3.48 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath R Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,421. The second greatest value Jolla Mesa apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at DRIFT PB starting at $3,195 with a $4.75 price per square foot in the Bay Ho neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jolla Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casas by the Sea | 2 Bed, 2 Bath R | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| DRIFT PB | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.75 |
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