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The average rent in Otay Mesa, San Diego, as of June 2026, is up 3.35% compared to last month but down 4.37% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
Otay Mesa house for rent in San Diego
3 beds
3 baths
$3,950
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4m ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
$3,545
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House for rent
Available May 22
2d ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,495
$3,295
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House for rent
Available May 29
3d ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
5568 Santa Alicia #0, San Diego, CA 92154
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,300
$4,200
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House for rent
Available Jun 6
5d+ ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
2055 Vela Ln #3220L, San Diego, CA 92154
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,690
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5d+ ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,295
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Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
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5d+ ago
Otay Mesa townhouse for rent in San Diego
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,950
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Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Otay Mesa apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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Available Nov 17
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,000
House for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Otay Mesa West house for rent in San Diego
820 Blackwood Dr, San Diego, CA 92154
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Carpet
4 beds
2 baths
$4,300
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2d ago
Otay Mesa West apartment for rent in San Diego
4 beds
2 baths
$3,750
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Chula Vista
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,395
House for rent
Available Jul 1
4h ago
San Ysidro apartment for rent in San Diego
Studio
0 baths
$1,800
$1,600
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Available Jun 21
2d ago
Otay Ranch house for rent in Chula Vista
992 Calle Pilares #NA, Chula Vista, CA 91913
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$5,800
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Ocean Crest condo for rent in San Diego
872 Compass Way #NA, San Diego, CA 92154
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,000
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Available Jul 1
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
San Ysidro apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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5d+ ago
Otay Mesa West house for rent in San Diego
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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5d+ ago
Otay Ranch townhouse for rent in Chula Vista
1323 Camino Carmelo #154, Chula Vista, CA 91913
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,995
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10h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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3d ago
Nestor house for rent in San Diego
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,195
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5d+ ago
Palm City apartment for rent in San Diego
1001 Outer Rd #30, San Diego, CA 92154
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,525
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
5d+ ago
Palm City apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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Available Jun 13
5d+ ago
Nestor apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$1,757
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4h ago
Nestor house for rent in San Diego
5 beds
2 baths
$4,200
$4,000
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One-bedroom apartments in Otay Mesa average around $1,600 per month in 2025, down 5.7% from the previous year. These units typically measure around 267 sqft.
Two-bedroom apartments in Otay Mesa rent for around $2,900 per month in 2025, representing a 10.8% decline from 2024. These apartments average around 1,197 sqft in size.
Three-bedroom apartments in Otay Mesa average around $3,800 per month in 2025, up 1.4% from the previous year. These larger units typically offer around 1,544 sqft of living space.
Otay Mesa's rental market averaged around $3,400 per month across all property types in 2025, down 8.3% from 2024. Rent varies significantly by timing, with April seeing the highest prices at about 45% more than November rates.
Apartments in Otay Mesa average around 1,132 sqft across all bedroom types. Unit sizes range from around 267 sqft for one-bedrooms to around 1,544 sqft for three-bedroom apartments.
Three-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Otay Mesa, with about 6 listings available monthly. The neighborhood sees about 14 total listings per month across all apartment types.
Otay Mesa is a top choice for renters who prioritize pet friendliness and social living. According to data, apartments in Otay Mesa often feature pet-friendly amenities such as outdoor space, pet-safe windows, and no breed restrictions, making it an ideal neighborhood for pet owners. Additionally, the area's social scene is enhanced by its street infrastructure, neighborhood population, and safety, as well as its transit frequency, making it easy to get around and connect with friends. With a range of pet events and no restrictions on pets, Otay Mesa offers a unique blend of pet-friendly living and social opportunities, setting it apart from other neighborhoods in San Diego.
Studio apartments are not currently available in Otay Mesa's rental market. Two-bedroom units are the least common among available options, with about 2 listings per month.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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