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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Large closets
  • Contemporary living
  • Stylish finishes
  • Shimmering swimming pool
  • Modern city life
  • Comfortable living environment

Location

7491 Collins Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Management

CONAM Management

Leasing office

(619) 460-7955

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8:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Elan Mesa Lofts offers contemporary living with stylish finishes, large closets, and a shimmering swimming pool, creating a comfortable setting with modern-city convenience. It rates strongly overall, with especially high marks for price and location, while nearby outdoor spaces and pet-related services add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Elan Mesa Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Elan Mesa Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio 1 Bath - 0X1Studio1 bath450 sqft$1,995 /mo1 unit available
1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1X11 bed1 bath670 sqft$2,250 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedrooms 1 Bath - 2X12 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,596 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Elan Mesa Lofts

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Breathtaking ViewsCeiling Fan
Large ClosetsPrivate Patio or Balcony Option
Walk-in Closet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%. Security Deposit.

$500

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

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About Elan Mesa Lofts

HomeApartments in La MesaLa Mesa Elan Mesa Lofts

Welcome to Elan Mesa Lofts, where comfort and convenience enhance your lifestyle. Our studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments in La Mesa, CA, feature everything you need to live comfortably in a place that feels like home as soon as you walk through the door. Get a taste of the thriving neighborhood that surrounds you with easy access to a range of restaurants, parks, entertainment, and exciting local shops. At Elan Mesa Lofts, you’ll enjoy the ideal balance of nature and modern city life.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Elan Mesa Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Elan Mesa Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Elan Mesa Lofts
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Elan Mesa Lofts stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Elan Mesa Lofts stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Elan Mesa Lofts is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Elan Mesa Lofts does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Elan Mesa Lofts is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Elan Mesa Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in La Mesa

Studio apartments at Elan Mesa Lofts cost about 14% more than the average rent price for studios in La Mesa.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% higher than 1-bedrooms in La Mesa.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Elan Mesa Lofts to be 0% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in La Mesa.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
La Mesa
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A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,817
October 2024$1,860
November 2024$1,822
December 2024$1,800
January 2025$1,785
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,765
May 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,742
July 2025$1,778
August 2025$1,797
September 2025$1,763
October 2025$1,761
November 2025$1,695
December 2025$1,693
January 2026$1,668
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672
May 2026$1,727
June 2026$1,847
July 2026$1,816
August 2026$1,773
A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,817
October 2024$1,860
November 2024$1,822
December 2024$1,800
January 2025$1,785
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,765
May 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,742
July 2025$1,778
August 2025$1,797
September 2025$1,763
October 2025$1,761
November 2025$1,695
December 2025$1,693
January 2026$1,668
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672
May 2026$1,727
June 2026$1,847
July 2026$1,816
August 2026$1,773

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$79,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,995.
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Schools near Elan Mesa Lofts

Maryland Avenue Elementary School

5400 maryland ave

la mesa, CA, 91941

K-6Public
B+

Lemon Grove Academy Elementary

7885 golden ave

lemon grove, CA, 91945

K-6Public

Avondale Elementary School

8401 stansbury st

spring valley, CA, 91977

K-6Public
B-

Empower

165 roanoke rd

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-8Public
B+

Nipaquay Elementary

7900 civita blvd

san diego, CA, 92108

K-5Public
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Getting around La Mesa near 7491 Collins Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 7491 Collins Ave, La Mesa

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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