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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)
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220 E Park Ave
San DiegoCA92173
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521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit 1 bedroom apartment full
521 Island Breeze LnSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,187 - $3,283
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Ironwood
2240 Ironwood CirSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,193 - $6,054
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Casoleil
1100 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,293 - $7,101
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Greenfield Village
5540 Ocean Gate LnSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,385 - $7,295
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Silo
7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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The Landing at Ocean View Hills
455 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
2412 Paseo Archer
Chula VistaCA91913
2415 Calle Grandon
Chula VistaCA91913
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Vista Del Rio Apartments
4250 Beyer BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Parkhaven Apartments
4114 Camino De La PlzSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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321 Rancho Dr
Chula VistaCA91911
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Otay Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otay Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otay Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,187 | $2,187 | $2,187 |
| Otay Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $1,695 | $3,363 |
| Otay Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $2,095 | $3,491 |
| Otay Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,568 | $3,113 | $4,195 |
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Cheapest Available Otay Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,695. Vista Del Rio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $2095 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Vista Del Rio Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,193 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,293 |
| Ironwood | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,323 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa, CA
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa area is the $3.01 price per square foot C1 Model at Mason in the in the Ocean Crest neighborhood starting from $3,536. The second greatest value Otay Mesa apartment is the Residence One Model at RiverEdge Terrace* starting at $2,979 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Sunbow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mason | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.01 |
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Residences at Escaya | Residence 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Ironwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Silo | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit 1 bedroom apartment full | 521 Island Breeze Ln | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Vista Del Rio Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1695 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Otay Mesa, San Diego, CA
Vista Del Mar Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment is $1,695 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay Mesa is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the most affordable Otay Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Otay Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ironwood and starts from $3,113.
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