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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
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2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room available!
2529 Northside DrSan Diego, CA 92108
5946 Rancho Mission Rd, Unit #149
5946 Rancho Mission Rd
San DiegoCA92108
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Outlook at Mission Valley
8360 Phyllis PlSan Diego, CA 92123
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$2,279 - $3,6791 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Gramercy Apartments
9054-9096 Gramercy DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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Elan Sandrock Place
3443 Sandrock RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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$2,300 - $3,3201 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
IMT Mission Valley
10343 San Diego Mission RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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$2,325 - $4,9351 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Serra Mesa
3454 Ruffin RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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$2,345 - $4,535
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Monte Vista Apartment Homes
2507 Northside DrSan Diego, CA 92108
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$2,397 - $3,8571 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Park
3394 Daley Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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Serra Bella Apartments
2707 Mission Village DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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Park House Apartments
8501-8549 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
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Alta Mesa
3441 Ruffin RdSan Diego, CA 92123
3456 Castle Glen Dr
San DiegoCA92123
5946 Rancho Mission Rd
San DiegoCA92108
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Vista Capri
3277 Berger AveSan Diego, CA 92123
3348 Lockwood Dr
San DiegoCA92123
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eaves Mission Ridge
2745 Meadowlark DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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McMission Village
2669 Mission Village DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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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 | $2,891 | $2,575 | $3,017 |
| Serra Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $1,750 | $4,680 |
| Serra Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,329 | $2,325 | $6,256 |
| Serra Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,070 | $3,279 | $6,698 |
| Serra Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,491 | $8,491 | $8,491 |
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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 |
| IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Serra Mesa area is the $2.58 price per square foot C1 Model at eaves Mission Ridge in the in the Clairemont Mesa East neighborhood starting from $3,485. The second greatest value Serra Mesa apartment is the Lago Loft Model at Mira Bella Apartments starting at $4,050 with a $3.21 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 | $2.58 |
| Mira Bella Apartments | Lago Loft | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| The Modern Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.99 |
| 2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room available! | 2529 Northside Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Olympus Corsair | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 2Bed 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Courtyard | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Cambridge Park | Newport | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 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 AMLI Aero listed at $2,730.
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 $2,325 at ReNew Serra Mesa.
What is the most affordable Serra Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Serra Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gramercy Apartments and starts from $3,279.
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