Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (24 Rentals)

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Carroll Apartments
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$1,950 - $3,200
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$1,950 - $3,200

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Carroll Apartments

9494 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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The Casas
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$2,282 - $5,531
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$2,265 - $5,514
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The Casas

10802-B Camino RuizSan Diego, CA 92126
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Legacy
$2,395 - $6,468
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$2,390 - $6,463
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Legacy

9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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The Casas
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The Casas

10802 Camino RuizSan Diego, CA 92126
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The Casas
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The Casas

8510 Capricorn WaySan Diego, CA 92126
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Esprit Villas
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Esprit Villas

9812-9946 Reagan RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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Cheapest Available Mira Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mira Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Carroll Apartments priced from $1,950. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,059. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carroll ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
Mira MontePlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,059
Parklane Apartments — Modern Living in Mira Mesa1/1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2,095
EsplanadeBarcelona1BR,1BA$2,149
Maya Linda Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA

As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $2.99 price per square foot 8287 Lapiz Drive Model at 8287 Lapiz Drive in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Mira Mesa apartment is the 1E Model at Garden at 3Roots starting at $3,370 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mira Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8287 Lapiz Drive8287 Lapiz Drive4BR,2BA$2.99
Garden at 3Roots1E1BR,1BA$3.15
Hourglass Park ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$2.73
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.58
Gold Coast Apartments *First Month Free*Hampton Remodel2BR,2BA$2.92
Casa Mira View ApartmentsVillas - Stellato1BR,1BA$3.27
Sofi Canyon Hills2B2B-A (Upgraded)2BR,2BA$3.32
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$3.02
Parklane Apartments1/1 Balcony1BR,1BA$3.05

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Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northern San Diego, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Mesa Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment is $1,950 at Carroll Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mira Mesa is starting from $2,389 at Mira Monte.

What is the most affordable Mira Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mira Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carroll Apartments and starts from $2,400.

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