
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $800 (12 Rentals)
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Del Mar Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Del Mar Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,895 | $2,450 | $3,299 |
Del Mar Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $2,289 | $5,570 |
Del Mar Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,223 | $2,729 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,086 | $4,136 | $8,468 |
Del Mar Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Del Mar Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Mar Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Casas priced from $2,289. Torrey Hills Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,355. Here are the most affordable Del Mar Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Casas | B 692 SF Casa Ruiz | 1BR,1BA | $2,289 |
Torrey Hills Apartment Homes | Plan 100 | 1BR,1BA | $2,355 |
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Panzano | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 104 | 1BR,1BA | $2,580 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,687 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar Mesa, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar Mesa area is the $3.53 price per square foot Plan 7 Model at Torrey Villas Apartment Homes in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,820. The second greatest value Del Mar Mesa apartment is the C1R Model at Signature Point starting at $4,640 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Torrey Villas Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.53 |
Signature Point | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $3.63 |
Torrey Gardens | Cadiz | 3BR,2BA | $3.37 |
Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
Carmel Creek | Azra | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
IMT Sorrento Valley | B1UPGRADE | 2BR,1BA | $3.94 |
The Casas | B 692 SF Casa Ruiz | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
La Jolla Crossroads Apartments | Panzano | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Diego, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Del Mar Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
3 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Del Mar Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Del Mar Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Del Mar Mesa is at La Jolla Crossroads Apartments listed at $2,575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment is $2,289 at The Casas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Mar Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Mar Mesa is starting from $2,729 at The Casas.
What is the most affordable Del Mar Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Del Mar Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Del Mar Ridge and starts from $4,136.
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