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3d ago
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5810 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,439–$4,472
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5d+ ago
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,625–$3,365
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1h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$2,495
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12h ago
5630 5630 - 5670 Jackson Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795
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13h ago
4330 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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16h ago
5151 Dailey Ct, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,875–$2,245
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,495
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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4d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,900
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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On-Site Laundry
Assigned Parking
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$2,295
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5d+ ago
5500 Morro Way, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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7h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,220–$2,830
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17h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$3,600
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1h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,595
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695
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2d ago
4822 Cypress St, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,650
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,905
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17m ago
House for rent in La Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$4,245
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Available Oct 10
11h ago
House for rent in La Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$4,295
House for rent
11h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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12h ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
Studio
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
12h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,350–$2,400
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13h ago
Condo for rent in La Mesa
9175 Campina Dr #25, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$3,080
Condo for rent
13h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,045
Apartment for rent
15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,120–$2,220
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18h ago
4508 3rd St, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$2,935
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20h ago
House for rent in La Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$3,650
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21h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,830
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,925
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1d ago
4150 Merritt Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91941
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$4,700
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Available May 15
1d ago
7425 Waite Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Price drop
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1d ago
7914 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,295
Price drop
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1d ago
5455 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,625–$2,250
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1d ago
Condo for rent in La Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Condo for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
$2,050
Price drop
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,945–$2,245
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2d ago
5900 Severin Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Condo for rent
Available Aug 25
2d ago
5426 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
1 bed
2 baths
$2,471
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$3,449
$2,986
Price drop
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2d ago
House for rent in La Mesa
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fireplace
5 beds
3 baths
$4,700
House for rent
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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2d ago
8561 Mellmanor Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in La Mesa
5432 Arizona Ave #NA, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
2 baths
$4,850
House for rent
Available Oct 1
4d ago
8397 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
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La Mesa rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 101 apartments for rent in La Mesa, with a median rent price of $2,450 per month. La Mesa has seen a 3%—or $74—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$2,450Year Over Year Change
-3%
$74
Rentals available, last 30 days
101
The average rent in La Mesa, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,450, which is a 2.77% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in La Mesa, CA is about $1,995. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa, CA is $2,595, and studios are about $1,795 per month.
See more La Mesa, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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3845 avocado sch rd
la mesa, CA, 91941
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Age Range
0-19
22%
20-34
26%
35-44
13%
45-64
23%
65+
14%
Language
English
76%
Spanish
12%
Indo Euro
3%
Asia Pac
5%
Other
1%
Education
No HS
6%
High School
46%
Bachelor's
34%
Master's
9%
Prof Degree
2%
Doctorate
1%
Household Income
0-25k
17%
25-50k
18%
50-75k
16%
75-100k
15%
100-150k
17%
150k+
14%
La Mesa locals spend about 26 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of La Mesa is through San Diego International Airport, 10.34 miles away.
Scores for La Mesa are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
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.
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