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4949 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Haven at La Mesa
8585 La Mesa BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7346 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4210 Spring StLa Mesa, CA 91941
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7353 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5120 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7311 Carmenita RdLa Mesa, CA 91941
4860 Palm Ave
La MesaCA91942
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7385 Colony DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7201 Amherst StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4477 Palm Ave
4477 Palm AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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7675 University Ave
7675 University AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5900 Severin Dr
5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7604 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4779 71st St
4779 71st StLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4414 Palm Ave
4414 Palm AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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8181 Allison AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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University Row House
8234 University AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7475 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7561-7567 El Cajon BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Villea at Lake Murray
5565 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942
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9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7394 La Mesita Pl
7394 La Mesita PlLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Atlas Alvarado
6535 Alvarado RdSan Diego, CA 92120
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64 Forty
6440 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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Celsius
100 Citronica LnLemon Grove, CA 91945
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6213 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5420 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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7950 BroadwayLemon Grove, CA 91945
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5826-5854 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5541 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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6251 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5505 Lindo PaseoSan Diego, CA 92115
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6151 Montezuma RdSan Diego, CA 92115
5158 Ewing St
San DiegoCA92115
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120 Ballantyne st, Unit Floor Plan 4, Unit Floor Plan 4
120 Ballantyne stEl Cajon, CA 92020
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6421 Gary Ct, Unit 6419 Gary Court, Unit 6419 Gary Court
6421 Gary CtSan Diego, CA 92115
5661 Campanile Way
San DiegoCA92115
5664 Campanile Way
San DiegoCA92115
4826 Rolando Blvd, Unit 4824, Unit 4824
4826 Rolando Blvd
San DiegoCA92115
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4932 Campanile Dr
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5436 Mary Lane Dr, Unit 4 Bedrooms-3 Baths, Unit 4 Bedrooms-3 Baths
5436 Mary Lane Dr
San DiegoCA92115
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101 Main St
101 Main StEl Cajon, CA 92020
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4232 Sharron Pl
4232 Sharron PlSan Diego, CA 92115
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9131 Campo Rd
9131 Campo RdSpring Valley, CA 91977
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5126 Alumni Pl
5126 Alumni PlSan Diego, CA 92115
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Golden Avenue
8150 Golden AveLemon Grove, CA 91945
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5160 69th St
5160 69th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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6965 Saranac St
6965 Saranac StSan Diego, CA 92115
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6161 Tarragona Dr
6161 Tarragona DrSan Diego, CA 92115
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New La Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,927 | $850 | $2,659 |
| New La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,319 | $1,375 | $4,278 |
| New La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,733 | $1,475 | $6,372 |
| New La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,002 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| New La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,608 | $960 | $10,000+ |
| La Mesa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $899 | $7,700 |
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La Mesa Overview
La Mesa is a perfect location for apartment living. Featuring a mix of urban living with easy access to nature, La Mesa is the best place for a relaxed, yet urban environment.
Why live in La Mesa, CA?
With its easy access to the San Diego metropolitan area, La Mesa is the perfect location for any professional with an urban longing but unwilling to sacrifice small town comforts and space. Given its location close to the coast as well as various natural parks in the area, La Mesa gives endless opportunity for adventure and opportunity. Furthermore, the area features hot summers and warm winters, making it the perfect destination for anyone tired of the unpredictable seasons elsewhere in the country.
Best Local Schools in La Mesa, CA
Murray Manor Elementary
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What is the Cheapest New apartment in La Mesa?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in La Mesa is at Stateside listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a New La Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in La Mesa is $1,982.
What is the largest New La Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $1,499 at 6nineteen.
What is the average size for La Mesa New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in La Mesa is currently at 858 sq ft.
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