
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,695 (8 Rentals)


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55+ La Casa Balboa
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Kearny Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kearny Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kearny Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,387 | $2,095 | $2,680 |
Kearny Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $1,695 | $5,610 |
Kearny Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,632 | $2,075 | $10,000+ |
Kearny Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,502 | $3,015 | $8,365 |
Kearny Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,940 | $7,940 | $7,940 |
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Getting Around the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kearny Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kearny Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Kearny Mesa is 55+ La Casa Balboa which is listed at $1,910, while the average apartment in Kearny Mesa costs $7,940.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kearny Mesa?
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 Kearny Mesa 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 Kearny Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Kearny Mesa have an average cost of $418 which is $7,522 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kearny Mesa.
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