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 and Affordable 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 and Affordable 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 $1,900

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

There are 703 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

3465 Marathon Dr #B, San Diego, CA 92123
$1,895/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
3465 Marathon Dr #BSan Diego, CA 92123
Larrabee Pl, San Diego, CA 92123
$1,900/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 1,500 sq ft
Larrabee PlSan Diego, CA 92123
Serra Bella, San Diego, CA 92123
$1,950+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 800 - 850 sq ft
Serra BellaSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
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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 · 1 - 2 baths · 850 - 950 sq ft
Alta MesaSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
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
ReNew Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,199+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 22 units available
ReNew Serra MesaSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
8360 Phyllis Pl, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,300/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 650 sq ft
8360 Phyllis PlSan Diego, CA 92123
3549 Castle Glen Dr #219, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,500/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 762 sq ft
3549 Castle Glen Dr #219San Diego, CA 92123
9825 Stonecrest Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,510+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 1 - 2 baths · 543 - 1,550 sq ft
9825 Stonecrest BlvdSan Diego, CA 92123
West Park, San Diego, CA 92108
$2,581+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 66 units available
West ParkSan Diego, CA 92108
New Today
Elowen, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,647+ /mo
Studio - 3 beds · 141 units available
ElowenSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
3454 Castle Glen Dr #1-228, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,695/mo
2 beds · 1.5 baths · 789 sq ft
3454 Castle Glen Dr #1-228San Diego, CA 92123
Cambridge Park, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,777+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 10 units available
Cambridge ParkSan Diego, CA 92123
Price Drop
Dezi, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,778/mo
1 bed · 1 units available
DeziSan Diego, CA 92123
Special Offer
Olympus Corsair, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,784+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 20 units available
Olympus CorsairSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
Arcadia at StoneCrest Village, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,815+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 16 units available
Arcadia at StoneCrest VillageSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
Circa 37, San Diego, CA 92108
$2,884+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 24 units available
Circa 37San Diego, CA 92108
Mira Bella Apartments San Diego, San Diego, CA 92123
$2,909+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 11 units available
Mira Bella Apartments San DiegoSan Diego, CA 92123
2 Months Free
AMLI Aero, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,155+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 196 units available
AMLI AeroSan Diego, CA 92123
New Today
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
8603 Glenhaven St, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,400/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,120 sq ft
8603 Glenhaven StSan Diego, CA 92123
3067 Cabrillo Mesa Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,500/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 950 sq ft
3067 Cabrillo Mesa DrSan Diego, CA 92123
The Village at Serra Mesa - Military Housing, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,579+ /mo
2 - 4 beds · 1.5 - 2.5 baths · 1,223 - 1,729 sq ft
The Village at Serra Mesa - Military HousingSan Diego, CA 92123
3065 Cabrillo Mesa Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,600/mo
2 beds · 2 baths · 950 sq ft
3065 Cabrillo Mesa DrSan Diego, CA 92123
2941 W Canyon Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,600/mo
3 beds · 3 baths · 1,512 sq ft
2941 W Canyon AveSan 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
2927 Melbourne Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,845/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ft
2927 Melbourne DrSan 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
8458 Kingsland Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,950/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,326 sq ft
8458 Kingsland RdSan Diego, CA 92123
2581 Mobley St, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,990/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,000 sq ft
2581 Mobley StSan Diego, CA 92123
9359 Angwin Pl, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,990/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,280 sq ft
9359 Angwin PlSan Diego, CA 92123
8983 Kobe Pl, San Diego, CA 92123
$3,995/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,234 sq ft
8983 Kobe PlSan Diego, CA 92123
3069 Melbourne Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,000/mo
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,200 sq ft
3069 Melbourne DrSan Diego, CA 92123
3141 Admiral Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,295/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,300 sq ft
3141 Admiral AveSan Diego, CA 92123
2589 Monette Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,400/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ft
2589 Monette DrSan Diego, CA 92123
2682 Escondido Ave, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,500/mo
4 beds · 2 baths · 1,570 sq ft
2682 Escondido AveSan Diego, CA 92123
2778 Mission Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
$4,500/mo
3 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ft
2778 Mission Village DrSan Diego, CA 92123