Cheap Homes for Rent in Clairemont Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (12 Rentals)

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Clairemont, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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 Village priced from $1,740. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa VillageStudio 380Studio,1BA$1,740
Mesa Palms ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,760
Pacific Bay ClubSoledadStudio,1BA$1,880
55+ La Casa Balboa1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,910
The Villager!0/1 Ocean ViewStudio,1BA$1,999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Clairemont area is the $3.08 price per square foot Dana Point Model at Avia La Jolla in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $4,698. The second greatest value Clairemont apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at The Modern Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $2.93 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avia La JollaDana Point2BR,2BA$3.08
The Modern ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.93
PalmsTropic2BR,2BA$2.73
Pine Terrace Apartments - PTerrace2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.94
Arrive ClairemontNautilus2BR,2BA$3.39
Villa Monair2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.03
Villa Pacific Apartments *$500.00 off *Junior two bedroom2BR,1BA$2.97
The Stratton Apartment HomesB12BR,1BA$3.34
Desert Spa Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.04
Coral Bay1x11BR,1BA$3.18

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clairemont

What type of rentals are currently available in Clairemont?

There are currently 159 Apartments for Rent in Clairemont, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,666 to $30,000. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clairemont ranging from $1,500 to $12,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clairemont ranges from $1,500 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,775.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clairemont range from $3,185 to $30,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,395 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,100.

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