Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (15 Rentals)

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Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 $1,827. Legacy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,316. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira MonteStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,827
LegacyA Vintage 629 SF1BR,1BA$2,316
The CasasA 588 SF Capricorn Square1BR,1BA$2,350
The CasasA 588 SF Capricorn Square1BR,1BA$2,350
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$2,380

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $3.09 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,954. The second greatest value Mira Mesa apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Carroll Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.78 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.
Sofi Highlands3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated3BR,2BA$3.09
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
Hourglass Park ApartmentsC2BR,2BA$2.64
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Esprit VillasRiviera2BR,2BA$3.05
Parklane Apartments2/2 Patio2BR,2BA$2.99
EsplanadeValencia2BR,2BA$2.80
8508 Summerdale Road, Unit 208508 Summerdale Road2BR,2BA$2.98
Sofi Canyon Hills2B2B-A (Upgraded)2BR,2BA$3.22
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$3.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA

Ranked #75

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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.

Getting Around the Mira Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mira Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mira Mesa is at Mira Monte listed at $1,827.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment is $2,316 at Legacy.

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 $2,495 at Parklane Apartments.

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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