Cheap Homes for Rent in Otay Mesa West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (3 Rentals)

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Otay Mesa West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa West, CA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa West area is the $2.92 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,070. The second greatest value Otay Mesa West apartment is the Residence One Model at RiverEdge Terrace* starting at $3,351 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Otay 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.
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.92
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence One1BR,1BA$3.47
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.72
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$3.04
Sereno1x11BR,1BA$3.56
Malibu South ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom I REMODELED1BR,1BA$3.43
Naples Court1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom I Remodeled1BR,1BA$3.27
The Village1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Otay Mesa West

What type of rentals are currently available in Otay Mesa West?

There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa West, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $5,962. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Otay Mesa West ranging from $1,985 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Otay Mesa West?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Otay Mesa West ranges from $1,985 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,347.

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