
Apartments for Rent in the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (73 Rentals)


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Elan Sandrock Place

3244 Marathon Drive

3053 Greyling Dr

3591 Ruffin Rd, Unit 225

8360 Neva Ave
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2717 Everly Dr, Unit SI ID1292589P

2702 Escala Cir

2739 Via Alta Pl

3454 Castle Glen Dr

9149 Village Glen Dr, Unit 283

10482 San Diego Mission Rd

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9161 Huntington Ave

3454 Castle Glen Dr

2430 Bartel St
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9532 Fairbanks Ave

2401 Bartel St

3344 Lockwood Dr

3579 Ruffin Rd

2785 Matera Ln

2742 Matera Ln

2609 Elyssee St

9607 W Canyon Terrace

9240 Piantino Way

3024 Marquee Wy
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10441 Harlow Cir

5926 Rancho Mission Rd

5906 Rancho Mission Rd

9452 Larrabee Ave

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Lucent II

9140 Gramercy Dr

3333 Ruffin Rd

3335 Ruffin Rd
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Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Serra Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serra Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,719 | $2,541 | $2,875 |
| Serra Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $2,095 | $4,603 |
| Serra Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,229 | $2,459 | $6,466 |
| Serra Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,480 | $3,078 | $6,890 |
| Serra Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,941 | $7,941 | $7,941 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Serra Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,342 | $2,360 | $5,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,196 | $3,095 | $5,900 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $6,298 | $4,500 | $8,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Serra Mesa
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Serra Mesa area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, August 28, 2026, there are currently 73 available Serra Mesa apartments priced from $2,095 to $7,941, with an average monthly rent of $3,735.
How much are Studio apartments in Serra Mesa?
There are currently 6 Studio Apartments in Serra Mesa with rent ranges from $2,541 to $2,875 with an average price of $2,719.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Serra Mesa ranges from $2,095 to $4,603 with an average monthly rent of $3,361.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Serra Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Serra Mesa range from $2,459 to $6,466. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,229.
How expensive are Serra Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Serra Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,078 to $6,890 - averaging $4,480 for the location.
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