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4820-4860 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSan Diego, CA 92117
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7717 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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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 | $2,038 | $1,745 | $2,680 |
| Clairemont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,695 | $3,424 |
| Clairemont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $2,075 | $10,000+ |
| Clairemont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,827 | $2,995 | $8,070 |
| Clairemont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,816 | $4,350 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 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 apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Jaime | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Mesa Palms Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,760 |
| 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 April 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont 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 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palms | Tropic | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| The Modern Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Town Park Villas | Rosemarie | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off * | Junior two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Genesee Park | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Pacific Sands | Cardiff | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Coral Bay | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Desert Spa Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (725)
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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?
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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 $2,095.
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 $7,940.
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 5 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 $226 which is $7,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Clairemont.
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