Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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2355 Grove Ave

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tesoro Grove Apartments

1150 Tesoro Grove WaySan Diego, CA 92154
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2330 Grove Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2330 Grove Ave

2330 Grove AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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J.E.K. II Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

J.E.K. II Apartments

345 Zenith StChula Vista, CA 91911
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Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Otay Mesa West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay Mesa West area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,995. The Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Basic! Utilities Paid from $19951BR,1BA$1,995
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Malibu South ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom - C1BR,1BA$2,030
Naples Court1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom I Remodeled1BR,1BA$2,225
Greenfield VillagePinnacle1BR,1BA$2,239

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa West, CA

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa West area is the $2.56 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Otay Mesa West apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen starting at $3,070 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay Mesa West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.56
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.92
Valley Breeze Apartments2 Bedroom Plan A Laundry in Unit2BR,2BA$2.68
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence One1BR,1BA$3.28
Cinnamon Woods Apartments2 Bed 2 Ba2BR,2BA$3.12
Oro Vista Apartments2-Bedroom, 1.5-Bathroom Apartment Available Soon!2BR,1.5BA$3.09
Greenfield VillagePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.10
Naples Court1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom C1BR,1BA$3.31
Malibu South ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom - C1BR,1BA$3.02
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA

Ranked #66

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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Getting Around the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Mesa West Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa West Apartment is $1,995 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay Mesa West is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.

What is the most affordable Otay Mesa West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Otay Mesa West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style and starts from $2,800.

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