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7460 Batista St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)
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6699 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
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6106 Beadnell WaySan Diego, CA 92117
5336 Winthrop St
San DiegoCA92117
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Elivia Apartments
5325-5385 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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5544 Balboa Arms DrSan Diego, CA 92117
7460 Batista St
San DiegoCA92111
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Kearny Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kearny Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kearny Mesa Studio Apartments | $3,022 | $1,895 | $3,270 |
| Kearny Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $1,695 | $7,008 |
| Kearny Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,089 | $2,515 | $8,808 |
| Kearny Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,269 | $3,195 | $6,984 |
| Kearny Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,910 | $8,910 | $8,910 |
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Cheapest Available Kearny Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kearny Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Mesa Village priced from $1,599. Park Genesee has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,843. Here are the most affordable Kearny Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Village | Studio 270 | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| Elivia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Pacific Sands | Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $2,495 |
| Arrive Clairemont | Vista | 2BR,1BA | $2,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny Mesa, CA
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kearny Mesa area is the $3.01 price per square foot Laguna Model at Pacific Sands in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Kearny Mesa apartment is the Vive Luxe B1 Ventura Model at Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection starting at $3,550 with a $3.56 price per square foot in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kearny Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Sands | Laguna | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Vive Luxe at The Vive Collection | Vive Luxe B1 Ventura | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| The Lucci | F&F Renovation 2x2 Future or Completed | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Arrive Clairemont | Imperial | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Olympus Corsair | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Vive on the Park at The Vive Collection | Vive on the Park - Seaport | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| AMLI Aero | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.90 |
| Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Elivia Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKearny Mesa, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kearny Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kearny Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Kearny Mesa is Park Genesee which is listed at $1,858, while the average apartment in Kearny Mesa costs $8,910.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kearny Mesa?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 104 regular apartments in Kearny Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kearny Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Kearny Mesa have an average cost of $1,421 which is $7,489 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kearny Mesa.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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