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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (23 Rentals)
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Mesa Palms Apartments
7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
2932 Preece St
San DiegoCA92111
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from $1,7951 Bedroom Apartment Available Apr 1
7302 Mesa College Dr, Unit 19
7302 Mesa College DrSan Diego, CA 92111
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from $1,8001 Bedroom Apartment Available Apr 1
3050 Driscoll Dr, Unit One-bedroom-Private Yard
3050 Driscoll DrSan Diego, CA 92117
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from $1,845Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Le Jaime
4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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from $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Desert Spa Apartments
4386 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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from $1,9001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 19
Bayview Apartments
4340 Moraga AveSan Diego, CA 92117
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Clairemont, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clairemont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairemont Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $1,795 | $2,875 |
| Clairemont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,695 | $3,530 |
| Clairemont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $2,075 | $10,000+ |
| Clairemont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $2,950 | $4,940 |
| Clairemont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,835 | $8,050 | $9,620 |
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Cheapest Available Clairemont Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clairemont area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Mesa Palms Apartments priced from $1,760. Le Jaime has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Clairemont apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,760 |
| Le Jaime | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Pacific Bay Club | Soledad | Studio,1BA | $1,880 |
| 55+ La Casa Balboa | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA
As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $3.09 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments in the in the Clairemont neighborhood starting from $3,477. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Balboa Plaza starting at $2,695 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clairemont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Modern Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
| Balboa Plaza | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Palms fka Riviera de Ville | Tropic | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Town Park Villas | Rosemarie | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Genesee Park | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Clairemont, San Diego, CA
Creative Performing and Media Arts
San Diego Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (725)
3 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Clairemont, San Diego, CA
Creative Performing and Media Arts
San Diego Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (725)
3 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Clairemont Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 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.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clairemont Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Clairemont?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Clairemont is under $2,265.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Clairemont?
The cheapest apartment in Clairemont is 55+ La Casa Balboa which is listed at $1,910, while the average apartment in Clairemont costs $8,915.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Clairemont?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Clairemont that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Clairemont?
Cheap apartments in Clairemont have an average cost of $477 which is $8,438 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont.
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