Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA from $300 (37 Rentals)

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Adagio
$2,131 - $5,427
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Adagio

5427 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Casa La Mesa
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$2,149 - $3,299
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Casa La Mesa

4395 70th StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Victory on Paseo
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$974 - $2,625
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Victory on Paseo

5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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property at 1827 Sonoma Ln

$1,250 - $1,950

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1827 Sonoma Ln

Lemon GroveCA91945

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64Forty
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$1,925 - $3,275
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64Forty

6440 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Kelvin
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$1,969 - $3,299
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Kelvin

7950 BroadwayLemon Grove, CA 91945
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Parkview Terrace
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$1,994 - $2,499
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Parkview Terrace

4103-4125 54th PlSan Diego, CA 92105
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$2,095

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3555 Grove St, Unit 230

3555 Grove St
Lemon GroveCA91945
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Magnolia Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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property at 4860 Rolando Ct

$1,895 - $2,125

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4860 Rolando Ct

San DiegoCA92115
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in La Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in La Mesa is at Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community) listed at $1,600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment is $1,295 at Meade Avenue Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom La Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in La Mesa is starting from $1,975 at 5121 Dailey Ct.

What is the most affordable La Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap La Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hardy Avenue Apartments and starts from $1,165.

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