What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Serra Mesa, CA?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Serra Mesa. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Serra Mesa, CA?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Serra Mesa. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Serra Mesa. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA from $1,850

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Serra Mesa, CA?

There are 682 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

Serra Bella, San Diego, CA 92123
$1,850+ /mo
Studio - 2 beds · 4 units available
Serra BellaSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
Call(858) 358-4874
3225 Cabrillo Mesa Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,000/mo
Studio · 1 bath · 300 sq ft
3225 Cabrillo Mesa DrSan Diego, CA 92123
2830 Mission Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,050/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
2830 Mission Village DrSan Diego, CA 92123
Alta Mesa, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,135+ /mo
2 beds · 3 units available
Alta MesaSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
Call(858) 533-8095
8540 Macawa Ave #A, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,150/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 500 sq ft
8540 Macawa Ave #ASan Diego, CA 92123
2670 Mission Village Dr #DRIVE2-A, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,195/mo
2 beds · 1 bath
2670 Mission Village Dr #DRIVE2-ASan Diego, CA 92123
8360 Phyllis Pl, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,200/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 650 sq ft
8360 Phyllis PlSan Diego, CA 92123
ReNew Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,249+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 25 units available
ReNew Serra MesaSan Diego, CA 92123
1 Month Free
8542-46 Macawa Ave #8542A, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,250/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 480 sq ft
8542-46 Macawa Ave #8542ASan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
3509 Pomeroy St, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,300/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
3509 Pomeroy StSan Diego, CA 92123
9064 Gramercy Dr #54, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,309/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 730 sq ft
9064 Gramercy Dr #54San Diego, CA 92123
$45 Off
3456 Castle Glen Dr #273, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,399/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 602 sq ft
3456 Castle Glen Dr #273San Diego, CA 92123
Arcadia at StoneCrest Village, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,555+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 27 units available
Arcadia at StoneCrest VillageSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
3454 Castle Glen Dr #102, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,600/mo
2 beds · 1.5 baths · 885 sq ft
3454 Castle Glen Dr #102San Diego, CA 92123View units
Elowen, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,639+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 174 units available
ElowenSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
Olympus Corsair, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,639+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 27 units available
Olympus CorsairSan Diego, CA 92123
$500 Off
9109 Village Glen Dr #268, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,650/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 950 sq ft
9109 Village Glen Dr #268San Diego, CA 92123
West Park, San Diego, CA 92108
$2,681+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 71 units available
West ParkSan Diego, CA 92108
New Today
Cambridge Park, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,717+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 16 units available
Cambridge ParkSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
AMLI Aero, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,770+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 240 units available
AMLI AeroSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
Mira Bella Apartments San Diego, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,801+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 18 units available
Mira Bella Apartments San DiegoSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
9078 Gramercy Dr #91, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,909/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 910 sq ft
9078 Gramercy Dr #91San Diego, CA 92123
9120 Gramercy Dr #322, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,995/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,096 sq ft
9120 Gramercy Dr #322San Diego, CA 92123
Circa 37, San Diego, CA 92108
$3,006+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 27 units available
Circa 37San Diego, CA 92108
New Today
9633 W Canyon Ter #1, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,180/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,100 sq ft
9633 W Canyon Ter #1San Diego, CA 92123
3591 Ruffin Rd #224, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,200/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,080 sq ft
3591 Ruffin Rd #224San Diego, CA 92123
9090 Gramercy Dr #156, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,279/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,050 sq ft
9090 Gramercy Dr #156San Diego, CA 92123
$45 Off
9096 Gramercy Dr #163, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,279/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,050 sq ft
9096 Gramercy Dr #163San Diego, CA 92123
9082 Gramercy Dr #135, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,279/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,050 sq ft
9082 Gramercy Dr #135San Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
8603 Glenhaven St, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,400/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,120 sq ft
8603 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
Dezi, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,558/mo
2 beds · 2 units available
DeziSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
The Village at Serra Mesa - Military Housing, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,579+ /mo
2 - 4 beds · 3 units available
The Village at Serra Mesa - Military HousingSan Diego, CA 92123
2504 Aperture Cir, San Diego, CA 92108
$3,795/mo
2 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,306 sq ft
2504 Aperture CirSan Diego, CA 92108
2401 Bartel St, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,895/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,275 sq ft
2401 Bartel StSan Diego, CA 92123
8471 Kingsland Rd #HOUSE, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,900/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,300 sq ft
8471 Kingsland RdSan Diego, CA 92123
2980 Greyling Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,195/mo
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,026 sq ft
2980 Greyling DrSan Diego, CA 92123
3069 Melbourne Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,200/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,200 sq ft
3069 Melbourne DrSan Diego, CA 92123
3141 Admiral Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,395/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,300 sq ft
3141 Admiral AveSan Diego, CA 92123
2440 Via Alta, San Diego, CA 92108
$4,400/mo
2 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,464 sq ft
2440 Via AltaSan Diego, CA 92108
8618 Macawa Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,500/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 1,000 sq ft
8618 Macawa AveSan Diego, CA 92123