
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Miramar Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Miramar area of San Diego.


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Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont

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Miramar, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Miramar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miramar Studio Apartments | $2,933 | $1,795 | $3,277 |
| Miramar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $1,845 | $4,495 |
| Miramar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $2,300 | $5,290 |
| Miramar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,833 | $3,000 | $5,284 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Miramar Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Miramar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Miramar area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Mesa Village priced from $1,669. Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Miramar apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Village | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,669 |
| Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Carroll Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Mira Monte | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Parklane Apartments | 1/1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Miramar, CA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Miramar area is the $3.12 price per square foot B3 - Premium Model at Ariva in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,829. The second greatest value Miramar apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Riviera Highlands Apartments starting at $2,930 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Miramar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariva | B3 - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Riviera Highlands Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Miramar Townhomes - Military Housing | Two Bedroom - MRTB2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| Westbrook Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Carroll Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Aldea at University City Village | 2 Bed 2 Bath Casita | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| La Jolla Paseo | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Parklane Apartments | 1/1 Patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Gold Coast Apartments | Cypress Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Casa De Windsor - North Clairemont | 1 Br. - 1 Ba. Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Miramar Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Miramar?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Miramar is under $2,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Miramar?
The cheapest apartment in Miramar is Le Jaime- Newly Renovated Living in the Heart of Clairemont which is listed at $1,845, while the average apartment in Miramar costs $3,897.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Miramar?
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 299 regular apartments in Miramar 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 Miramar?
Cheap apartments in Miramar have an average cost of $2,028 which is $1,869 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Miramar.
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