Cheap Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA from $300 with Utilities Included (61 Rentals)

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La Cuesta
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$1,895 - $2,200
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La Cuesta

7272 Saranac StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Comanche Hills
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$1,999 - $2,440
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Comanche Hills

5040 Comanche DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Mateus Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mateus Apartments

6925 Boulevard DrLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Rancho La Mesa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho La Mesa

5436 Vincetta CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Broadway Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Grove

8429 BroadwayLa Mesa, CA 91941
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The Parkway
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Parkway

7546 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4744 70th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4744 70th St

4744 70th StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7516 Parkway Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

7516 Parkway Dr

7516 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4376 Rosebud Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

4376 Rosebud Ln

4376 Rosebud LnLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Casa Verde Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Verde Apartments

7629-7633 Normal AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Mesa Cove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Cove

7025 Waite DrLa Mesa, CA 91941
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La Mesa Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Mesa Villa

4332 Parks AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Pravada Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pravada Apartments

8625 Fletcher PkyLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Rimrock Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rimrock Apartments

8420 Buckland StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5678 Lambda Ln
1 Bedroom Apartments

5678 Lambda Ln

5678 Lambda LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Grossmont Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grossmont Apartments

8561 Mellmanor DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Grossmont Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grossmont Terrace

8401 Buckland StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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9859 Dale Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9859 Dale Ave

9859 Dale AveSpring Valley, CA 91977
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Cascade Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

5826-5848 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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Cypress Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Park

348 W Cypress AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Magnolia Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

732 Magnolia AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Lexington Palms
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington Palms

528-570 W Lexington AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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9109 Kenwood Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

9109 Kenwood Dr

9109 Kenwood DrSpring Valley, CA 91977
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4781 SEMINOLE Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

4781 SEMINOLE Dr

4781 SEMINOLE DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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Pacifica Sunrise
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacifica Sunrise

921 S Sunshine AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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4382 53rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4382 53rd St

4382 53rd StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Grove Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Lofts

8465 BroadwayLemon Grove, CA 91945
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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 Vista Palms listed at $1,395.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom La Mesa Apartment is $1,400 at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+.

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 Victory on Paseo and starts from $1,050.

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