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22h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,236–$3,039
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1d ago
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,415–$3,280
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3h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,895–$3,195
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1d ago
5333 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,495
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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3d ago
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4 beds
3 baths
$5,950
$5,450
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,949
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4d ago
7080 7080 & 7138 Saranac Street, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5d+ ago
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Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,675
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On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
Assigned Parking
Air Conditioning
16h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,240–$2,845
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13h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,222
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5d+ ago
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7385 Colony Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,095–$3,595
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,775
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Available Feb 8
1h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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1h ago
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$4,495
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,975
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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5d+ ago
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Studio
1 bath
$1,500
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Available Apr 8
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
$1,995
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Available Apr 8
3h ago
7200 Saranac St, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,775–$2,745
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18h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,000–$2,500
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19h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
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19h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,375
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20h ago
5590 Shasta Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available Mar 1
20h ago
7576 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195–$2,245
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21h ago
4550 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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23h ago
4508 3rd St, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,550–$2,770
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1d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$3,126
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,245–$2,895
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1d ago
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8320 Fresno Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,925
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1d ago
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5 beds
2 baths
$4,995
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,240
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2d ago
Condo for rent in La Mesa
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,895
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2d ago
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On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
2 beds
2 baths
$2,650
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
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2d ago
5560 Shasta Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,750
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
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Available Apr 1
2d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
$2,650
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Available Apr 3
3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,750
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,325
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,225
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La Mesa, CA offers a blend of suburban comfort with easy access to urban amenities, earning it appreciation from its residents. Many highlight the abundance of parks and outdoor activities, along with a variety of local shops and restaurants that contribute to a relaxed lifestyle. The city’s accessibility to public transportation is a plus for renters, while the diverse neighborhoods cater to families and young professionals alike. However, some complaints revolve around limited parking options and occasional noise from nearby freeways, which can detract from the overall experience.
The average rent in La Mesa, CA for a 1-bedroom apartment is approximately $2,036 per month, while a 2-bedroom apartment costs around $2,502 per month.
Rents in La Mesa, CA are generally decreasing. The average rent has decreased by about 4% overall, with 1-bedroom apartments seeing an 8% decrease and 2-bedroom apartments a 4% decrease.
The best time to look for an apartment in La Mesa, CA is in February, as it is the least competitive month with less overall demand compared to available inventory, potentially offering better deals.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in La Mesa, CA, with 52.83% of listings being pet-friendly.
Only a small percentage, about 15%, of listings in La Mesa, CA have utilities included in the rent.
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 2024 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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