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521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit Furnished studio with uti
521 Island Breeze LnSan Diego, CA 92154
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Otay Mesa Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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Greenfield Village
5540 Ocean Gate LnSan Diego, CA 92154
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Silo
7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
2141 Acara Cir
San DiegoCA92154
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from $2,240Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Residences at Cota Vera
1575 Camino AltezzaChula Vista, CA 91913
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Otay Mesa, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otay Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otay Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,133 | $1,700 | $2,240 |
| Otay Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $1,995 | $3,841 |
| Otay Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $2,195 | $4,175 |
| Otay Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,715 | $3,138 | $4,495 |
| Otay Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,182 | $4,506 | $5,859 |
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Cheapest Available Otay Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Otay Mesa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,995. Greenfield Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,239. Here are the most affordable Otay Mesa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,239 |
| The Residences at Cota Vera | Residence 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otay Mesa, CA
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Otay Mesa area is the $3.35 price per square foot Residence One Model at RiverEdge Terrace* in the in the Otay neighborhood starting from $3,238. The second greatest value Otay Mesa apartment is the 1 Bedroom Townhome Model at Stirling at Cota Vera starting at $3,450 with a $3.82 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otay Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Stirling at Cota Vera | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.82 |
| Ironwood | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| The Residences at Escaya | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Silo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| 521 Island Breeze Ln, Unit Furnished studio with uti | 521 Island Breeze Ln | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Otay Mesa Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otay Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Otay Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Otay Mesa is at The Residences at Cota Vera listed at $2,240.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment is $1,995 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Otay Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otay Mesa is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the most affordable Otay Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Otay Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greenfield Village and starts from $3,146.
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