743 Harris Ave
San DiegoCA92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style
1587 Oro Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
2355 Grove Ave
San DiegoCA92154
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2531 Caminito Hiedra
San DiegoCA92154
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Malibu South Apartments
1151 4th AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Casa Madrid
240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otay Mesa West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,950 | $3,828 |
| Otay Mesa West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,039 | $2,195 | $3,828 |
| Otay Mesa West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $2,795 | $4,227 |
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There are currently 11 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. Malibu South Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,030. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
| Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,205 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,332 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa West, CA
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa West area is the $2.56 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Otay Mesa West apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen starting at $3,070 with a $2.92 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Wintergreen | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Valley Breeze Apartments | 2 Bedroom Plan A Laundry in Unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Sereno | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Cinnamon Woods Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Oro Vista Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1.5-Bathroom Apartment Available Soon! | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOtay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
Silver Wing Elementary
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (364)
5 out of 10
Montgomery Senior High
Sweetwater Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1745)
6 out of 10
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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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Otay Mesa West?
The cheapest apartment in Otay Mesa West is Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Otay Mesa West costs $3,441.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Otay Mesa West?
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 1 regular apartments in Otay Mesa West 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 Otay Mesa West?
Cheap apartments in Otay Mesa West have an average cost of $141 which is $3,300 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Otay Mesa West.
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