
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jolla Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,500 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jolla Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jolla Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,192 | $1,595 | $2,425 |
Jolla Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $2,165 | $6,279 |
Jolla Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,416 | $2,695 | $8,343 |
Jolla Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,407 | $3,995 | $5,970 |
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Cheapest Available Jolla Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Jolla Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Apartments on Cass St. priced from $1,995. Bay fka Bay Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,109. Here are the most affordable Jolla Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,109 |
Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Elan Beachlofts | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jolla Mesa, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jolla Mesa area is the $3.33 price per square foot B2 Model at The Seaton Apartments in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,945. The second greatest value Jolla Mesa apartment is the B02 Model at Mara Pacific Beach starting at $3,865 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jolla Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Seaton Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
Mara Pacific Beach | B02 | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
Bay fka Bay Pointe | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
The Pacific at Mission Bay | 155111A | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Villa Monair | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Elan Terraza La Jolla | 1/1 - 700 sq/ft | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Elan Pacific Lofts | 2/1 - 700 sq/ft | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
La Jolla Blue Apartments | 1Bed 1Bath 694sf | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Avaz Pacific Beach | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
Apartments on Cass St. | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jolla Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jolla Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jolla Mesa is at Apartments on Cass St. listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jolla Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jolla Mesa Apartment is $2,165 at Villa Monair.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jolla Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jolla Mesa is starting from $2,695 at Emerald Manor Apartments.
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