Cheap Homes for Rent in Jolla Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $3,000 (4 Rentals)

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Jolla Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jolla Mesa, CA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jolla Mesa area is the $4.37 price per square foot Mar A - 2x2B - (2BR) Model at Casas by the Sea in the in the La Jolla Alta neighborhood starting from $4,650. The second greatest value Jolla Mesa apartment is the 2x2A Model at Bay fka Bay Pointe starting at $3,719 with a $3.72 price per square foot in the Mission Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jolla Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Casas by the SeaMar A - 2x2B - (2BR)2BR,2BA$4.37
Bay fka Bay Pointe2x2A2BR,2BA$3.72
La Jolla Park EastLa Jolla Park East - Renovated Avail Now2BR,2BA$3.60
The Pacific at Mission Bay155111B- Upgrade1BR,1BA$2.96
Mara Pacific BeachA101BR,1BA$3.94
The Seaton ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.84
Villa Monair1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
Elan Terraza La Jolla1/1 - 700 sq/ft1BR,1BA$3.92
La Jolla Blue Apartments1Bed 1 Bath 687sf1BR,1BA$3.86
Apartments on Cass St.StudioStudio ,1BA$3.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jolla Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Jolla Mesa?

There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in Jolla Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $10,770. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Jolla Mesa ranging from $3,000 to $90,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Jolla Mesa ranges from $3,000 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $21,417.

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