Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (36 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Mira Mesa area of San Diego.

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Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mira Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mira Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mira Monte priced from $2,101. Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF* has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mira Monte1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,101
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*1x1 with patio, walk in closet1BR,1BA$2,175
EsplanadeBarcelona1BR,1BA$2,193
The CasasA 588 SF Capricorn Square1BR,1BA$2,238
Maya Linda Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
LegacyA Vintage 629 SF1BR,1BA$2,372
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,400
Gold Coast ApartmentsTerraces2BR,2BA$2,500
Allure at Scripps RanchMaple1BR,1BA$2,591

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $3.12 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated Model at Sofi Westview in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,590. The second greatest value Mira Mesa apartment is the 2B2B-B (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Canyon Hills starting at $3,390 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mira Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated2BR,2BA$3.12
Sofi Canyon Hills2B2B-B (Upgraded)2BR,2BA$3.08
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.82
MontierraLaguna2BR,2BA$3.15
Casa Mira ViewStellato1BR,1BA$3.27
10845 Camino Ruiz, Unit 6610845 Camino Ruiz2BR,2BA$3.13
8460 Westmore Rd, Unit 3948460 Westmore Rd2BR,2BA$3.00
Allure at Scripps RanchMaple1BR,1BA$3.03
Gold Coast ApartmentsTerraces2BR,2BA$3.09
Mira Monte1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA

Ranked #63

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northern San Diego, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Mira Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Mesa Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment is $2,101 at Mira Monte.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mira Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mira Mesa is starting from $2,295 at Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*.

What is the most affordable Mira Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mira Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carroll Apartments and starts from $3,050.

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