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15h ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,441–$3,137
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3d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,290
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6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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2d ago
5151 Dailey Ct, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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2d 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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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,995
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2d ago
5476 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,905
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
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Air Conditioning
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
11h ago
Verified
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
14h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,355–$2,785
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12h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,055
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12h ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$6,127
$5,721
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12h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,270–$3,590
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12h ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$10,231
$10,095
Price drop
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2d ago
Verified
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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24m ago
4 beds
2 baths
$4,495
Apartment for rent
2h ago
7200 Saranac St, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,845–$2,645
Apartment for rent
1d 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
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
2d ago
5333 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | Ceiling fan | Wheelchair accessible
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,199
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$3,495
Apartment for rent
1h ago
4365 Rosebud Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,245–$2,395
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5h ago
Condo for rent in La Mesa
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Condo for rent
Available May 20
8h ago
Townhouse for rent in La Mesa
6838 Tower Street - 1Unit 1 #1, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Central heat
2 beds
2 baths
$3,595
$3,495
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 15
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
8459 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
Assigned parking | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
17h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$2,500
Apartment for rent
18h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,375
Apartment for rent
18h ago
5590 Shasta Ln, La Mesa, CA 91942
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available May 15
19h 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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19h ago
4550 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
20h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
5721 Lake Murray Blvd #07, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 24
22h 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
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in La Mesa
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
3 beds
2 baths
$3,251
$3,100
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
5455 Kiowa Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,675–$1,825
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,975
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in La Mesa
7506 Parkway Dr #206, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Walk-in closets | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
House for rent
Available Apr 17
1d ago
Condo for rent in La Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Condo for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,250–$2,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
8561 Mellmanor Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,295
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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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