How much is the average rent in La Mesa, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

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.

Are rents going up or down in La-Mesa, CA?

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.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in La Mesa, CA?

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.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in La Mesa, CA?

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.

Are utilities usually included in rent in La Mesa, CA?

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.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in La Mesa, CA

25 rentals

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1h ago

8.5

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Modera San Diego

1445 K St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,496–$6,010

Apartment for rent

Available May 12

Top amenities

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

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3D tour

1h ago

8.8

Very good

City Villas Apartments

841 16th St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,050–$3,050

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 25

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

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Rent special

3h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Form 15

1450 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,989–$4,067

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Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

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Rent special

3h ago

9.6

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Cambridge Park

3394 Daley Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92123

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,607–$4,189

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Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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3h ago

9.6

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AVA Balboa Park

3288 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,595–$4,045

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Top amenities

Carpet

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

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Rent special

13h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Palmilla

5474 Reservoir Dr, San Diego, CA 92120

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,921–$2,906

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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Nearby rental good for eco-living

$2,079–$6,702

Core-Columbia

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,360–$2,810

5679 Amaya Dr

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Rent special

13h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Colonnade at Fletcher Hills

2950 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020

Rent special | Swimming pool | Fitness center

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,977–$3,082

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EV Charging

Swimming Pool

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13h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Parkway Club

1237 Graves Ave, Bostonia, CA 92021

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,864–$2,733

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

13h ago

8.8

Very good

Vive on The Park

8725 Ariva Ct, San Diego, CA 92123

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,310–$5,666

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Controlled Access

EV Charging

Microwave

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Rent special

14h ago

7.9

Very good

F11 East Village

1110 F St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$2,799–$6,569

Price drop

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Top amenities

Concierge Service

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Storage

Swimming Pool

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21h ago

8.7

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Domain San Diego

8798 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,408–$4,642

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Business Center

Ceiling Fan

Elevator

High Ceilings

Package Service

Highly rated

Rent special

22h ago

8.5

Very good

The Rey

801 A St, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,079–$6,702

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

22h ago

8.7

Very good

Mission Trails Apartments

6975 Golfcrest Dr, San Diego, CA 92119

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,656–$3,501

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

9.4

Excellent

Verified

eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,360–$2,810

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

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Rent special

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Shadow Point

9830 Dale Ave, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,747–$2,537

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

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Student housing

Rent special

1d ago

8.4

Very good

Fifty Twenty-Five

5025 Collwood Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$2,019

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 20

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Rent special

New construction

1d ago

7.2

Very good

CASA DIEGO

6195 Montezuma Rd, San Diego, CA 92115

Rent special | Furnished | Air conditioning

4 beds

2 baths

$1,549–$1,649

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Concierge Service

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

9.1

Excellent

Villa Capri Apartments

4508 3rd St, La Mesa, CA 91941

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,550–$2,740

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Canyon Ridge

3187 Cowley Way, San Diego, CA 92117

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,688–$3,217

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Highly rated

Rent special

3d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Summit Park Village

8563 Lake Murray Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,107–$2,659

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

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Income restricted

Rent special

3d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Island Village Apartments

1245 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92101

Rent special | Furnished | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$1,300–$2,167

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 8

Top amenities

Central Heat

Elevator

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Wheelchair Accessible

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Rancho Hillside Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

Rent special

3d ago

8.9

Very good

Rancho Hillside Apartments

12367 Calle Albara, Rancho San Diego, CA 92019

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,276–$2,628

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Ceiling Fan

Fireplace

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

4d ago

8.6

Very good

Mollison Garden

863 S Mollison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020

Rent special | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Haven at The Hills

425 E Bradley Ave, Bostonia, CA 92021

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,950–$2,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

Evergreen

291 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

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