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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,194
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43m ago
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,690–$3,290
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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5d+ ago
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4544 3rd St #NA, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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Available May 15
7h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,325–$2,820
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3d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,055
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3d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,190–$3,710
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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
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43m ago
5151 Dailey Ct, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,199
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Air Conditioning
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
3d ago
7200 Saranac St, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,845–$2,595
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4d ago
8969 Grossmont Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,949–$2,299
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
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5d+ ago
5630 5630 - 5670 Jackson Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
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5d+ ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,495–$2,995
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5d+ ago
5333 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | Ceiling fan | Wheelchair accessible
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
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5d+ ago
4323 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
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5d+ ago
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5245 Wood St #L, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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Available Oct 27
9m ago
7576 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,245
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1h ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,750–$2,950
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3h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,375
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3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895–$2,150
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7h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
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11h ago
5476 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
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12h ago
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6112 W Manor Dr #6112, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,625
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Available Jun 1
1d ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,895
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1d ago
4508 3rd St, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,550–$2,740
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available May 25
2d ago
5810 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,785
Condo for rent
Available May 26
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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2d ago
4521 Westview Dr #1, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$1,700
House for rent
Available May 26
3d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$3,495
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3d ago
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3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,595
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3d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
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3d ago
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4810 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
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3d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$4,295
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,375
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3d 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 May 26
3d ago
4550 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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4d ago
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5 beds
4 baths
$4,595
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Available May 15
4d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,845–$2,225
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4d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,895
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
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4d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,690
$2,490
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4d ago
5455 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,675–$1,825
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4d ago
5560 Shasta Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,120–$2,750
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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.
La Mesa one-bedroom apartments averaged around $2,000 per month in 2025, while two-bedroom units averaged around $2,500 per month. The overall average rent across all apartment types in La Mesa was around $2,400 per month during 2025.
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.
November offers the best opportunity for apartment hunting in La Mesa, with the lowest rents of the year and reduced competition from other renters. July typically sees the highest rents, with approximately an 8% difference between peak and off-peak rental periods.
La Mesa offers good options for pet owners, with 45% of rental listings welcoming pets. This widespread availability means renters with furry companions have access to a substantial portion of the city's rental inventory.
Utilities are rarely included in La Mesa rental prices, found in less than 1% of total listings. This pattern holds consistent across all apartment sizes, from studios to three-bedroom units, where utilities-included options remain uncommon.
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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