Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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Elivia Apartments

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Gardens Apartments
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 | $2,727 | $2,070 | $3,190 |
Kearny Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $1,200 | $5,760 |
Kearny Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,765 | $2,075 | $10,000+ |
Kearny Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,639 | $3,095 | $8,120 |
Kearny Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,770 | $6,770 | $6,770 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kearny Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Kearny Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kearny Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 55+ La Casa Balboa priced from $1,910. Elivia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here are the most affordable Kearny Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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55+ La Casa Balboa | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
Elivia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,070 |
Pacific Sands | Cardiff | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Prado | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Park Genesee | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny Mesa, CA
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kearny Mesa area is the $2.83 price per square foot 3591 Ruffin Rd Model at 3591 Ruffin Rd, Unit #127 in the in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Kearny Mesa apartment is the B1 Model at IMT Mission Valley starting at $3,035 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the College West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kearny Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3591 Ruffin Rd, Unit #127 | 3591 Ruffin Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.83 |
IMT Mission Valley | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
Gardens Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.06 |
Stratton Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Paseo La Jolla Senior 55+ (La Jolla Del Rey) | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
Domain San Diego | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Avion At Spectrum | Revive1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Arrive Clairemont | Mesa | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Prado | The Essex | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Pacific Sands | Cardiff | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKearny Mesa, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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
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 Kearny Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kearny Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kearny Mesa is at Elivia Apartments listed at $2,070.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kearny Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kearny Mesa Apartment is $1,910 at 55+ La Casa Balboa.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kearny Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kearny Mesa is starting from $2,075 at 55+ La Casa Balboa.
What is the most affordable Kearny Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kearny Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mira Bella Apartments and starts from $4,031.
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