Studio Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA (474 Rentals)

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$2,478 - $4,343
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Array La Mesa

4949 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Strawberry Hills
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Strawberry Hills

5430-5440 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Day Break
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Day Break

5715 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4488 4th St
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4488 4th St

4488 4th StLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Fox Haven
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Fox Haven

7715-7765 Saranac PlLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4483 Palm Ave
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4483 Palm Ave

4483 Palm AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Windsor Chalet
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Windsor Chalet

4847 Parks AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5425 Kiowa Dr
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5425 Kiowa Dr

5425 Kiowa DrLa Mesa, CA 91942

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4437 ROSEBUD Ln
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4437 ROSEBUD Ln

4437 ROSEBUD LnLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Parkway Manor
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Parkway Manor

7780 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Lake Glen Park
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Lake Glen Park

5800 Lake Murray BlvdLa Mesa, CA 91942

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4848 Jessie Ave
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4848 Jessie Ave

4848 Jessie AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4857 Parks Ave
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4857 Parks Ave

4857 Parks AveLa Mesa, CA 91942
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The Arcadian
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The Arcadian

4577 Acacia AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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La Mirianda
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La Mirianda

5350 Baltimore DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Village Nebo
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Village Nebo

4566-4572 Nebo DrLa Mesa, CA 91941

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8131 Lemon Cir
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8131 Lemon Cir

8131 Lemon CirLa Mesa, CA 91941
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4231 Lowell St
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4231 Lowell St

4231 Lowell StLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Casita La Mesa
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Casita La Mesa

8397 Lemon AveLa Mesa, CA 91941

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Largest Available La Mesa Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in La Mesa, CA is found at Villa Knolls Apartments in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood and is 495 square feet priced from $1,900. Palmilla in the College East neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 485 square feet and currently listed start at $2,101. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in La Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Villa Knolls ApartmentsStudio495 Sq Ft$1,900
PalmillaS1485 Sq Ft$2,101
Array La MesaS1483 Sq Ft$2,523
Navajo BluffsStudio450 Sq Ft$1,817
Elan Mesa Lofts0X1450 Sq Ft$1,895
Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)Studios400 Sq Ft$1,600
Iconic on AlvaradoS1399 Sq Ft$1,975
64FortyS1345 Sq Ft$1,925
The Ridge on Jackson ApartmentsSunrise0 Sq Ft$1,795

Cheapest Available La Mesa Studio Apartments

As of June 15, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in La Mesa, CA is the Studios Model starting from $1,600 at Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community) in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable La Mesa Studio is the Sunrise Model at The Ridge on Jackson Apartments starting at $1,795 in the Lake Murray neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in La Mesa is currently $2,036. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in La Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)Studios$1,600
The Ridge on Jackson ApartmentsSunrise$1,795
Navajo BluffsStudio$1,817
Elan Mesa Lofts0X1$1,895
Villa Knolls ApartmentsStudio$1,900
64FortyS1$1,925
Iconic on AlvaradoS1$1,975
PalmillaS1$2,101
Array La MesaS1$2,523

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio La Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in La Mesa with Studio?

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

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in La Mesa is $2,036.

What is the largest available Studio La Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 495 square feet unit starting from $1,900 at Villa Knolls Apartments.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in La Mesa is currently 490 sq ft.

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