
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA Under $3,000 (150 Rentals)


Veranda La Mesa

Chateau Spring Hill Apartments

The District Apartments

Serena Vista Apartment Homes

Haven at La Mesa

Trolley Palm

Mellmanor Apartments

Villa Morocco
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Volterra Apartments

The Quarry Apartments

Cove La Mesa

Central Park

Lake Murray Villa

Adagio

The Flats
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Mohawk Gardens

Rising Sun

La Mesa Spring Gardens Apartments

Village Apartments

Casa La Mesa

FiftyOne Baltimore at the Crossroads

Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)
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Villa Knolls Apartments

La Mesa Highview Apartments

The Ridge on Jackson Apartments

The Village at Rancho San Diego

4832-36 Cypress St

7986 Normal Ave

10694 Fuerte Dr
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La Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
La Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,226 | $1,295 | $4,073 |
La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,400 | $5,185 |
La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $1,339 | $5,287 |
La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $799 | $5,895 |
La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,267 | $910 | $7,610 |
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Getting Around La Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in La Mesa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in La Mesa is at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,400.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in La Mesa is $2,678.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 1,430 square feet unit starting from $3,998 at Array La Mesa.
What is the average size for La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in La Mesa is currently 480 sq ft.
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