Top Rated Gated Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA (26 Rentals)

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Apartments in La Mesa with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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8911 Troy St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8911 Troy St

8911 Troy StSpring Valley, CA 91977
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502 Camden Yards Way
Studio Apartments

502 Camden Yards Way

502 Camden Yards WayEl Cajon, CA 92020
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101 Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

101 Main St

101 Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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309 Chambers St
2 Bedroom Apartments

309 Chambers St

309 Chambers StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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The Essential
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Essential

5595 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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Stateside
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stateside

6151 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Learn about San Diego and the best places to live with original content written by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg

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Aztec Corner
Studio Apartments

Aztec Corner

5504-5700 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4353 Dawson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4353 Dawson Ave

4353 Dawson AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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Adelaide Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adelaide Gardens

5532-5562 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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7219-7221 Mohawk St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7219-7221 Mohawk St

7219-7221 Mohawk StSan Diego, CA 92115
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La Mesa, CA Local Guide

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gated La Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in La Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in La Mesa is at Victory on Paseo listed at $792.

How much is the average rent for a Gated La Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a Gated Apartment in La Mesa is $2,308.

What is the largest Gated La Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 1,824 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing.

What is the average size for La Mesa Gated Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Gated rental in La Mesa is currently at 687 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.