
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (25 Rentals)
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10232 Black Mountain Rd, Unit 94

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Elan Scripps Terrace

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The Casas

8480 New Salem St

10278 Black Mountain Rd

The Casas
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Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mira Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,969 | $1,907 | $2,075 |
| Mira Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $1,950 | $4,445 |
| Mira Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,213 | $2,267 | $5,827 |
| Mira Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,595 | $3,200 | $7,389 |
| Mira Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,212 | $4,195 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Mira Monte priced from $1,907. Esplanade has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,049. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Monte | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $1,907 |
| Esplanade | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $2,049 |
| Maya Linda Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,075 |
| Parklane Apartments | 1/1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Hourglass Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath Upstairs + Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,178 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA
As of January 26, 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 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands starting at $3,860 with a $3.02 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8287 Lapiz Drive | 8287 Lapiz Drive | 4BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Sofi Highlands | 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Casa Mira View Apartments | Reserve - 2D | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Sofi Canyon Hills | 2B2B-B (Upgraded) | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Sofi Westview | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Esprit Villas | Riviera | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| 8508 Summerdale Road, Unit 20 | 8508 Summerdale Road | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Carroll Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Casas | C 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
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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 $1,979 at Mira Monte.
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 $2,267 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 $3,000.
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