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9211 Fermi Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
9211 Fermi AveSan Diego, CA 92123
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
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Outlook at Mission Valley
8360 Phyllis PlSan Diego, CA 92123
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3443 Sandrock RdSan Diego, CA 92123
5942 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit 139, Unit 139
5942 Rancho Mission Rd
San DiegoCA92108
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Gramercy Apartments
9054-9096 Gramercy DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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ReNew Serra Mesa
3454 Ruffin RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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2507 Northside DrSan Diego, CA 92108
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2707 Mission Village DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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8501-8549 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
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Alta Mesa
3441 Ruffin RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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3277 Berger AveSan Diego, CA 92123
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San DiegoCA92108
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Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Serra Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serra Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,854 | $1,900 | $3,055 |
| Serra Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,410 | $1,995 | $4,550 |
| Serra Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,282 | $2,569 | $6,346 |
| Serra Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,963 | $2,700 | $6,768 |
| Serra Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,129 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Serra Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Serra Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Outlook at Mission Valley priced from $1,995. Gramercy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,279. Here are the most affordable Serra Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,279 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Arbor | 1BR,1BA | $2,349 |
| Elowen | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,545 |
| Olympus Corsair | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Serra Mesa area is the $2.62 price per square foot C1 Model at eaves Mission Ridge in the in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood starting from $3,535. The second greatest value Serra Mesa apartment is the Lago Loft Model at Mira Bella Apartments starting at $4,173 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Serra Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| eaves Mission Ridge | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Mira Bella Apartments | Lago Loft | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| Arcadia at StoneCrest Village | Plan K | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| The Modern Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.67 |
| IMT Mission Valley | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 3Bed 2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Dezi | 2B-2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Outlook at Mission Valley | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Serra Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Serra Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Serra Mesa is at Elowen listed at $2,545.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartment is $1,995 at Outlook at Mission Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Serra Mesa is starting from $2,569 at Gramercy Apartments.
What is the most affordable Serra Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Serra Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Modern Apartments and starts from $2,999.
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