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521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit Furnished studio with uti
521 Island Breeze LnSan Diego, CA 92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)
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$1,795 - $2,2951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
302 Sycamore Rd
San DiegoCA92173
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$2,092 - $3,220Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ironwood
2240 Ironwood CirSan Diego, CA 92154
123 W Olive Dr
San DiegoCA92173
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$2,237 - $5,7071 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Greenfield Village
5540 Ocean Gate LnSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,249 - $6,7801 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Silo
7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,278 - $4,7691 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Casoleil
1100 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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Parkhaven Apartments
4114 Camino De La PlzSan Ysidro, CA 92173
1579 Max Ave
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 | $1,986 | $1,760 | $2,099 |
| Otay Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,607 | $1,795 | $3,928 |
| Otay Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,013 | $2,195 | $6,780 |
| Otay Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,535 | $2,908 | $4,197 |
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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 $1,795. Ironwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,227. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1895 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Ironwood | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,227 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,237 |
| Silo | A1b | 1BR,1BA | $2,261 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,278 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa, CA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa area is the $2.89 price per square foot C2 Model at Mason in the in the Ocean Crest neighborhood starting from $3,701. The second greatest value Otay Mesa apartment is the Residence One Model at RiverEdge Terrace* starting at $2,886 with a $2.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason | C2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.89 |
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Residences at Escaya | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Silo | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Ironwood | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF Reno | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1895 | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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 $1,795 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 Casoleil and starts from $2,908.
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