
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Park La Mesa Neighborhood of La Mesa, CA from $1,900 (2 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Park La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park La Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,496 | $2,350 | $2,595 |
| Central Park La Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,700 | $3,800 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Park La Mesa Neighborhood of La Mesa, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Park La Mesa, CA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Park La Mesa area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Ivanhoe Village Apartments in the in the Lake Murray neighborhood starting from $2,940. The second greatest value Central Park La Mesa apartment is the 2 x 2 Verona A - Renovated Model at Volterra Apartments starting at $2,595 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Lake Murray neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Park La Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivanhoe Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Volterra Apartments | 2 x 2 Verona A - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Colonnade at Fletcher Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Summit Park Village | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Mellmanor Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Elan Avante Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| The District Apartments | PRESERVE | 1BR,1BA | $4.33 |
| Central Park | Luccia | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Grossmont Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Navajo Bluffs | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Park La Mesa, La Mesa, CA
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Park La Mesa, La Mesa, CA
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Park La Mesa?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Central Park La Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,470 to $3,730. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Park La Mesa ranging from $1,950 to $5,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Park La Mesa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Park La Mesa ranges from $1,950 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,287.
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