Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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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 Esplanade priced from $2,180. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,181. Here are the most affordable Mira Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EsplanadeBarcelona1BR,1BA$2,180
Mira Monte1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,181
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*1x1 with patio, walk in closet1BR,1BA$2,195
Maya Linda Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,275
The CasasA 588 SF Capricorn Square1BR,1BA$2,322

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Mesa, CA

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mira Mesa area is the $2.97 price per square foot Palomar Model at Montierra in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,790. The second greatest value Mira Mesa apartment is the Magnolia Model at Allure at Scripps Ranch starting at $3,452 with a $2.87 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.
MontierraPalomar3BR,2BA$2.97
Allure at Scripps RanchMagnolia2BR,2BA$2.87
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated2BR,2BA$3.20
Sofi Canyon Hills2B2B-B (Upgraded)2BR,2BA$3.05
Hourglass Park ApartmentsCA2BR,2BA$2.70
Sofi Highlands2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated2BR,2BA$3.33
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.65
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.73
10845 Camino Ruiz, Unit 6610845 Camino Ruiz2BR,2BA$3.13
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF*1x1 with patio, walk in closet1BR,1BA$3.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA

Ranked #85

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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

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 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 $2,180 at Esplanade.

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 Montierra and starts from $3,790.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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