
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)
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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
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Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otay Mesa West?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Otay Mesa West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $1,950 | $3,670 |
Otay Mesa West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $2,195 | $3,764 |
Otay Mesa West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,547 | $2,800 | $4,134 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
Naples Court | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom I Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
Wintergreen | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Valley Breeze Apartments | 2 Bedroom Plan A Laundry in Unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Cinnamon Woods Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Oro Vista Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1.5-Bathroom Apartment Available Soon! | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Naples Court | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom C | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
Malibu South Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
The Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOtay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
Ranked #66
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA
Silver Wing Elementary
Montgomery Senior High
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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
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 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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