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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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Elan Sandrock Place
3443 Sandrock RdSan Diego, CA 92123
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$2,259 - $3,4791 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Gramercy Apartments
9054-9096 Gramercy DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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$2,270 - $5,3951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ReNew Serra Mesa
3454 Ruffin RdSan 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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,673 | $2,095 | $5,020 |
| Serra Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,396 | $2,450 | $6,230 |
| Serra Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,149 | $3,183 | $7,330 |
| Serra Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,978 | $7,978 | $7,978 |
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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 $2,095. Gramercy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,259. 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 | 1/1 - 600 sq/ft | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,259 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Arbor | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Serra Mesa area is the $2.58 price per square foot Plan 8 Model at Monte Vista Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Valley East neighborhood starting from $3,705. The second greatest value Serra Mesa apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $3,183 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Clairemont 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 8 | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| The Modern Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.83 |
| Mira Bella Apartments | Prato | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| Gramercy Apartments | 3Bed 2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| eaves Mission Ridge | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Arcadia at StoneCrest Village | Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| ReNew Serra Mesa | Park | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Dezi | 1A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Cambridge Park | Newport | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Elan Sandrock Place | 1/1 - 600 sq/ft | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Getting Around the Serra Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 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.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Serra Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Serra Mesa Apartment is $2,095 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 $2,450 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 The Modern Apartments and starts from $3,183.
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