Cheap Homes for Rent in Serra Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (4 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Serra Mesa area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at The Modern Apartments in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $3,090. The second greatest value Serra Mesa apartment is the 2529 Northside Dr Model at 2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room for Rent starting at $1,750 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Mission Valley East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Serra Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Modern Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$2.75
2529 Northside Dr, Unit Private Room for Rent2529 Northside Dr1BR,1BA$1.59
Olympus CorsairB22BR,2BA$3.11
10425 Caminito Cuervo, Unit #21010425 Caminito Cuervo2BR,2BA$2.58
Gramercy Apartments2Bed 2Bath2BR,2BA$3.31
Mira Bella ApartmentsAlba1BR,1BA$3.47
ReNew Serra MesaCourtyard2BR,1BA$3.23
Dezi1B-11BR,1BA$3.70
IMT Mission ValleyA11BR,1BA$3.67
Outlook at Mission Valley1BR1BR,1BA$3.07

Frequently Asked Questions about Serra Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Serra Mesa?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $6,664. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Serra Mesa ranging from $1,995 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Serra Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Serra Mesa ranges from $1,995 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,284.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Serra Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Serra Mesa range from $3,090 to $6,593, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,650 to $6,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,664.

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