Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (9 Rentals)

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Clairemont Mesa East, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Clairemont Mesa East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clairemont Mesa East area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Le Jaime priced from $1,745. Mesa Palms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,760. Here are the most affordable Clairemont Mesa East apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Le Jaime0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,745
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,760
Desert Spa Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA

As of April 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont Mesa East area is the $2.75 price per square foot Tropic Model at Palms in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Clairemont Mesa East apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $2,575 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairemont Mesa East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
PalmsTropic2BR,2BA$2.75
The Modern ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.71
Domain San DiegoL12BR,1BA$3.40
Arrive ClairemontNautilus2BR,2BA$3.35
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$3.09
The Stratton Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$3.11
Genesee ParkPlan A1BR,1BA$3.18
Pacific SandsCardiff1BR,1BA$3.18
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.14
Desert Spa Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont Mesa East

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont Mesa East?

There are currently 162 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont Mesa East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $11,240. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont Mesa East ranging from $810 to $12,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clairemont Mesa East ranges from $810 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,317.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clairemont Mesa East range from $2,875 to $5,075, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,095 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,350.

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