
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,225 (21 Rentals)
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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 | $2,730 | $2,556 | $2,846 |
| Serra Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $1,995 | $5,075 |
| Serra Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $2,329 | $6,466 |
| Serra Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,669 | $3,104 | $6,833 |
| Serra Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,471 | $8,471 | $8,471 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Elan Sandrock Place priced from $1,995. ReNew Serra Mesa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,249. Here are the most affordable Serra Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Sandrock Place | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,995 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Arbor | 1BR, 1BA | $2,249 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,379 |
| IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,399 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Serra Mesa area is the $3.31 price per square foot Prato Model at Mira Bella Apartments in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood starting from $3,506. The second greatest value Serra Mesa apartment is the 2X1.5 Model at The Modern Apartments in the Clairemont neighborhood starting at $2,625 with a $2.76 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Bella Apartments | Prato | 2BR, 2BA | $3.31 |
| The Modern Apartments | 2X1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.76 |
| Arcadia at StoneCrest Village | Plan E | 1BR, 1BA | $3.56 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Park | 2BR, 1BA | $3.30 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.39 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.26 |
| Portofino | Amalfi - One Bedroom/One Bath 727 Sq Ft | 1BR, 1BA | $3.95 |
| Cambridge Park | Newport | 1BR, 1BA | $3.88 |
| IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.43 |
| Elan Sandrock Place | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.33 |
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 $2,556.
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 Elan Sandrock Place.
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 $2,625 at The Modern 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 $3,104.
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