2301 Acara Cir
San DiegoCA92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)
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4757 Camberley Ct
San DiegoCA92154
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$1,895 - $2,2951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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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
1020 Fuchsia Ln
San DiegoCA92154
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Parkhaven Apartments
4114 Camino De La PlzSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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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 | $2,199 | $2,199 | $2,199 |
| Otay Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,300 | $2,821 |
| Otay Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $2,128 | $3,348 |
| Otay Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,607 | $3,095 | $4,481 |
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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 $1,995. Greenfield Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,217. 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 $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,217 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,302 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa area is the $2.96 price per square foot Residence Four Lower Model at RiverEdge Terrace* in the in the Sunbow neighborhood starting from $3,965. The second greatest value Otay Mesa apartment is the C1 Model at Mason starting at $3,498 with a $2.97 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence Four Lower | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Mason | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.97 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 2 x 2 C - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Ironwood | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| The Residences at Escaya | Residence 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Silo | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF Reno | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOtay Mesa, San Diego, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Otay Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 $1,995 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 $3,095.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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