Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel Mountain Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (13 Rentals)
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Canyon Rim Apartments

The Villas at Camino Bernardo

Windsor Rancho PQ

12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo

Ridgewood Village

Carmel Terrace

Carmel Landing

Carmel Summit

West Village Poway Apartments
Carmel Mountain, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Mountain?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel Mountain Studio Apartments | $2,550 | $2,380 | $2,770 |
Carmel Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,830 | $2,350 | $3,841 |
Carmel Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,201 | $2,215 | $4,400 |
Carmel Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $3,082 | $5,587 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carmel Mountain Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Mountain area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Hills priced from $2,215. The Villas at Camino Bernardo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable Carmel Mountain apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2,215 |
The Villas at Camino Bernardo | Palmilla | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Canyon Rim Apartments | B3 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $2,360 |
Windsor Rancho PQ | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,380 |
West Village Poway Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain, CA
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Mountain area is the $3.04 price per square foot The Cuyamacas Model at The Hills in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $3,473. The second greatest value Carmel Mountain apartment is the Coronado Model at Carmel Summit starting at $3,092 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Carmel Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Hills | The Cuyamacas | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Carmel Summit | Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
Carmel Terrace | Bougainvillea | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Canyon Rim Apartments | B3 Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Deerwood | Avalon | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
Cresta Bella | Arezzo Lower | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo | 12015 Alta Carmel Court | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
The Villas at Camino Bernardo | Palmilla | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
Alante | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
West Village Poway Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
Getting Around the Carmel Mountain Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 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 Carmel Mountain Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carmel Mountain?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carmel Mountain is at Windsor Rancho PQ listed at $2,380.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Mountain Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Mountain Apartment is $2,350 at The Villas at Camino Bernardo.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Mountain Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel Mountain is starting from $2,215 at The Hills.
What is the most affordable Carmel Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Mountain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deerwood and starts from $3,082.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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