$2,199 – $2,959/mo

1–2 bedrooms
1–2 baths
700–950 sq ft
22 units available
Pet friendly

3454 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA, 92123

As of October 14, 2026, ReNew Serra Mesa in San Diego, CA has 22 apartments for rent from $2,199 to $2,959/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,199 and two-bedrooms at $2,469. The average asking rent has fallen 8.3% since May 7, 2026, from $2,758 to $2,529.

Floor plans

ReNew Serra Mesa has 22 units available across 5 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (700 sq ft) and 4 two-bedroom layouts (750–950 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Arbor

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,199/mo

4 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
2V	$2,199	700	Oct 12
2W	$2,289	700	Oct 12
1W	$2,369	700	Oct 12
1V	$2,319	700	Nov 20

Courtyard

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 750 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,469/mo

10 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
1L	$2,549	750	Oct 12
2G	$2,599	750	Oct 12
1I	$2,649	750	Nov 1
2E	$2,499	750	Nov 13
1D	$2,599	750	Nov 19
2E	$2,469	750	Nov 23
2M	$2,469	750	Dec 6
1E	$2,499	750	Dec 6
2L	$2,519	750	Dec 6
1G	$2,599	750	Jan 7

Park

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,479/mo

4 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
2S	$2,579	800	Oct 9
2E	$2,579	800	Oct 12
2T	$2,579	800	Oct 12
2S	$2,479	800	Dec 20

Grove

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 950 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,809/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
2B	$2,809	950	Oct 12
1L	$2,959	950	Dec 22

Meadow

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 900 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,889/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1N	$2,889	900	Oct 12
1J	$2,889	900	Oct 28

See all 44 units listed at ReNew Serra Mesa, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At ReNew Serra Mesa, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,526 a month all-in: $2,199 rent and an estimated $327 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,879.

All-in from$2,526/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at ReNew Serra Mesa takes about $79,164 a year for a one-bedroom and $88,884 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,526 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $121,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,526/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$121,800/yr

Income to qualify

$79,164/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at ReNew Serra Mesa has ranged from $2,502 to $3,197. The current average is $2,529, down $228 (8.3%) from $2,758 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (36 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At ReNew Serra Mesa, the security deposit is $500 and leases run 14 months. The listing shows $500 due at signing (security deposit).

Rent
$2,199 – $2,959/mo
Security deposit
$500
Lease term
14 months
Earliest move-in
Jan 7

Due at signing

Security Deposit

$500

Amenities

ReNew Serra Mesa is pet friendly and has parking on site. It lists 17 amenities, including spacious laundry centers, fitness center, and walk-in closets *.

24-Hour Maintenance
2-Toned Upgraded Cabinetry
Fitness Center
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Located Near Public Transportation And Freeways
Luxurious Plank Vinyl Flooring And Plush Carpet
Modern Matte Black Fixtures
Onsite Management
Outdoor Grills
Parking Available

Pergola Area For Gatherings
Pet Friendly
Spacious Laundry Centers
Spacious Walk-Up Patios In Select Homes
Swimming Pools
Upgraded White Cabinetry
Walk-In Closets *

Location

3454 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA, 92123

Resident reviews

Residents of ReNew Serra Mesa rate management (4.2) and maintenance (3.7) highest and amenities and shared spaces (3.1) lowest.

3.2 · 100+ reviews

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Management4.2

Maintenance3.7

Building Quality3.4

Amenities and Shared Spaces3.1

Location3.5

Overall100 reviews

Renew Serra Mesa receives mixed reviews reflecting a divided resident experience. While many residents praise the responsive maintenance team, friendly leasing staff, and community events, significant concerns persist around frequent water shutoffs with minimal notice, pest infestations (particularly cockroaches), high rent increases, and inconsistent property maintenance across buildings. The property offers spacious units and convenient location, but habitability issues and communication gaps undermine satisfaction for a substantial portion of residents.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are significant strengths, with many residents praising office staff for helpfulness, communication, and attentiveness to requests. However, recurring concerns include frequent water shutoffs with minimal notice, inconsistent maintenance quality, pest control issues, and billing disputes. Positive experiences often correlate with individual staff members, while negative experiences reflect systemic communication gaps and property maintenance challenges.

Maintenance response times are generally prompt, with several residents praising quick work order completion and professional service. However, frequent and prolonged water shut-offs without advance notice or compensation remain a significant recurring issue. Plumbing problems, including water leaks and drainage issues, are commonly reported alongside pest control challenges that persist despite treatment efforts.

The building shows mixed conditions with significant maintenance and cleanliness concerns. Recurring issues include pest problems, water service interruptions, thin walls with noise transmission, and inconsistent unit preparation and finishes. While some residents report satisfactory experiences and responsive maintenance staff, others describe aging infrastructure, incomplete remodels, and poor common area upkeep that detract from livability.

Residents report significant concerns with common-area maintenance, particularly trash enclosure upkeep and laundry room cleanliness. Water service interruptions without advance notice and parking availability are recurring issues. While some residents praise maintenance responsiveness and amenities, the majority of feedback highlights inadequate communication about scheduled services, pest control challenges, and inconsistent facility standards.

The property's location is a standout feature, with residents praising convenient access to transit, schools, nearby stores, and short commutes to work. Parking is available with permits, though some residents report parking logistics challenges. While location convenience is consistently highlighted as a major advantage, concerns about noise from early morning maintenance activities and overall property upkeep have been noted by some residents.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

ReNew Serra Mesa is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Car-dependent; Grade F
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Not bikeable; Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near ReNew Serra Mesa was good on 44 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in March (average AQI 77, moderate). Daily highs averaged 81°F in October, the warmest month, and lows averaged 51°F in December, the coldest.

Air quality

44 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 14: Moderate, AQI 60

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

81° / 51°

average October high / December low

Oct 14: 75° high, 55° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: very low

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	68°F	51°F	69 (moderate)	4 of 31
February	69°F	52°F	68 (moderate)	4 of 28
March	75°F	57°F	77 (moderate)	0 of 31
April	70°F	56°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 30
May	68°F	59°F	57 (moderate)	8 of 31
June	71°F	61°F	55 (moderate)	7 of 30
July	77°F	66°F	55 (moderate)	3 of 31
August	80°F	69°F	64 (moderate)	3 of 31
September	80°F	67°F	59 (moderate)	1 of 30
October	81°F	61°F	70 (moderate)	0 of 31
November	68°F	54°F	71 (moderate)	4 of 30
December	67°F	51°F	75 (moderate)	5 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Come see how easy life can be at ReNew Serra Mesa. With wall-to-wall closets and a prime location, ReNew Serra Mesa has something for everyone.

Nearby schools

The closest school to ReNew Serra Mesa is St. Columba Preschool, a private elementary school 0.3 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
St. Columba Preschool Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.3 mi
Wegeforth Child Development Center Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.3 mi
Walker State Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Whitman State Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Kennedy Childrens Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Lindbergh Schweitzer State Ps Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Ross Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Mead Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Logan Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Dewey Child Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi