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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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Sisal
2377 Brushholly DrSan Diego, CA 92154
5150 Calle Sandwaves
San DiegoCA92154
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$2,259 - $5,486
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The Landing at Ocean View Hills
455 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,276 - $3,276
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Ironwood
2240 Ironwood CirSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,330 - $4,352
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Silo
7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,351 - $7,271
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Casoleil
1100 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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Greenfield Village
5540 Ocean Gate LnSan Diego, CA 92154
302 Sycamore Rd
San DiegoCA92173
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RiverEdge Terrace*
4805 Wind Surf WaySan Diego, CA 92154
1682 Paseo Aurora
San DiegoCA92154
745 Rene Ct
San DiegoCA92154
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5300 Calle Rockfish
San DiegoCA92154
2055 Vela Ln
San DiegoCA92154
1649 Marl Ave
Chula VistaCA91911
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Parkhaven Apartments
4114 Camino De La PlzSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Vista Del Rio Apartments
4250 Beyer BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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The Residences at Escaya
1925 Avenida EscayaChula Vista, CA 91911
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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 |
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| Otay Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,288 | $2,276 | $2,301 |
| Otay Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,695 | $2,936 |
| Otay Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,876 | $2,195 | $3,708 |
| Otay Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $2,875 | $5,114 |
| Otay Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,695 | $4,695 | $4,695 |
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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. Sisal has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,020. 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 |
| Sisal | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,020 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,259 |
| Ironwood | S | Studio,1BA | $2,276 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,351 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa, CA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa area is the $3.78 price per square foot Residence Four Lower Model at RiverEdge Terrace* in the in the Sunbow neighborhood starting from $5,059. The second greatest value Otay Mesa apartment is the C1 Model at Mason starting at $3,481 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Ocean Crest 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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| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence Four Lower | 3BR,2BA | $3.78 |
| Mason | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.96 |
| Greenfield Village | Catalina | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Silo | B3a | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Ironwood | S | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
| Sisal | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 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
San Ysidro High School
Sweetwater Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1941)
4 out of 10
Vista Del Mar Middle School
San Ysidro Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (541)
6 out of 10
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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 Sisal and starts from $2,875.
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