Cheap Homes for Rent in Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (14 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 1 Bed unit found at Mira Monte priced from $2,189. Esplanade has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,227. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira Monte1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,189
EsplanadeBarcelona1BR,1BA$2,227
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*2 x 1 upstairs2BR,1BA$2,295
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$2,346
LegacyA Vintage 629 SF1BR,1BA$2,473

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $3.04 price per square foot 3B2B (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Canyon Hills in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,739. 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 Canyon Hills3B2B (Upgraded)3BR,2BA$3.04
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
MontierraLaguna2BR,2BA$2.97
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*3x2 with balconies3BR,2BA$3.03
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.41
Mesa Village ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$2.96
Casa Mira ViewStellato1BR,1BA$3.37
9929 Erma Rd, Unit 2069929 Erma Rd2BR,2BA$2.85
8508 Summerdale Road, Unit 208508 Summerdale Road2BR,2BA$2.98
The CasasD 907 SF Capricorn Square2BR,2BA$3.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mira Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Mira Mesa?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $6,000. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mira Mesa ranging from $2,050 to $10,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mira Mesa ranges from $2,050 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,611.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mira Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mira Mesa range from $3,000 to $5,917, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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