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2d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,215–$3,137
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1d ago
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,690–$3,290
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295–$2,395
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3d 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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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,595
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4d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,860–$2,195
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4d ago
5151 Dailey Ct, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,045
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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1d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,065
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Assigned Parking
On-Site Laundry
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,465
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Available Jun 7
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in La Mesa
4163 1/2 Marian St, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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1d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$4,030
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2d ago
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4 beds
3 baths
$6,589
$6,422
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,570
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1d ago
5333 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,495
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2d ago
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6123 Horton Dr #1, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
$2,495
Price drop
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Available Jun 1
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
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3d ago
5476 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950–$1,975
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5d+ ago
5 beds
2 baths
$4,695
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5d+ ago
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On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
2 beds
2 baths
$2,599
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28m ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
Condo for rent
Available Jun 28
12h 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 Jun 28
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,245
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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1d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$3,495
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1d ago
4365 Rosebud Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$2,500
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,690
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1d ago
5590 Shasta Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
Condo for rent
Available Jun 28
1d ago
4550 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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1d ago
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3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,495
$3,395
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in La Mesa
5715 Baltimore Dr Unit 93, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,200
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2d 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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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,380
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2d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,295
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,390
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,949
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2d ago
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4812 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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2d ago
6131 Horton Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,695
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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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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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875–$1,925
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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3d ago
7200 Saranac St, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,445
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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.
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 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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