
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (27 Rentals)
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Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otay Mesa West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Otay Mesa West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $1,995 | $4,602 |
Otay Mesa West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,022 | $2,195 | $5,509 |
Otay Mesa West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,080 | $3,080 | $3,080 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Otay Mesa West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay Mesa West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,995. Stone Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Stone Creek | Lago | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Oro Vista Apartments | Ask me how to get 1/2 off your 1st month!!! 2 x... | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,495 |
Wintergreen | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,600 |
Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2,632 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa West, CA
As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa West area is the $2.93 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,080. The second greatest value Otay Mesa West apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style starting at $2,495 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay Mesa West apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wintergreen | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
Stone Creek | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
Oro Vista Apartments | Ask me how to get 1/2 off your 1st month!!! 2 x... | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF Reno | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOtay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
Ranked #103
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
Silver Wing Elementary
Montgomery Senior High
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Getting Around the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Mesa West Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa West Apartment is $1,995 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Otay Mesa West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay Mesa West is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
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