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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,947 | $525 | $2,784 |
| La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,335 | $850 | $4,919 |
| La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,808 | $1,099 | $9,120 |
| La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,483 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,572 | $890 | $10,000+ |
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1/2 Off 1st & 2nd months rent OAC - Free Credit Check WELCOME HOME TO CRESTVIEW APARTMENTS Come and experience affordable apartment home living in pleasant La Mesa, California! Centrally located, Crestview Apartments offers its residents convenient access to three major freeways, a trolley station, Collier Park and shopping at Grossmont Center. Our one and two bedroom floor plans accommodate all your apartment living requests. From all electric kitchens to private patios and balconies, we have thought of the amenities to make your life easier. For our resident's pleasure, Crestview Apartments also offers a pool and sauna set against a well-landscaped property. Your ultimate living experience is just a phone call away - schedule a tour and see for yourself why Crestview Apartment should be your new home! Photos may not depict exact unit. Call CeliaExpires 07-31-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in La Mesa is at Stateside listed at $800.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in La Mesa is $2,707.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 1,824 square feet unit starting from $1,245 at Iconic on Alvarado - Lease by the Bed.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in La Mesa is currently at 704 sq ft.
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