1720 Oriole St
San DiegoCA92114
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La MesaCA91941
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La MesaCA91942
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San DiegoCA92115
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San DiegoCA92115
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San DiegoCA92105
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El CajonCA92020
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4449 Dawson Ave
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San DiegoCA92115
4860 Rolando Ct, Unit 55
4860 Rolando Ct
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El CajonCA92020
9206 Kenwood Dr
Spring ValleyCA91977
5703 Adelaide Ave
San DiegoCA92115
6333 College Grove Way
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5700 Baltimore Dr
La MesaCA91942
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La Mesa, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,748 | $1,995 | $5,100 |
| La Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,093 | $1,995 | $8,200 |
| La Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,461 | $1,050 | $8,480 |
| La Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,960 | $4,299 | $8,900 |
| La Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,628 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| La Mesa 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,975 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available La Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in La Mesa, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Rive San Diego in the Rolando neighborhood priced from $386. Victory on Paseo in the College West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $871. Here is today’s list of the most affordable La Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rive San Diego | 4x4 B | 4BR,4BA | $386 |
| Victory on Paseo | 5BR/3BA - A | 5BR,3BA | $871 |
| Vista Palms | Vista Palms 0+1s | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| DL University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community) | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| College View | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,630 |
| Del Pacifico Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| State | Minor | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
| Shadow Point | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,697 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Mesa area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1945 Skyline Drive Model at 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE in the in the North Bay Terraces neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value La Mesa apartment is the A Model at Courtyard on 68th starting at $2,400 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Rolando neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1945 Skyline Drive, Unit 1945 SKYLINE | 1945 Skyline Drive | 4BR,3BA | $2.25 |
| Courtyard on 68th | A | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 120 Ballantyne st, Unit Floor Plan 4 | 120 Ballantyne st | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Topaz | 3x3 A | 3BR,3BA | $1.76 |
| The Rive San Diego | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Valle at 9121 Kenwood | Azul | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Villas | Chateau | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Courtyards | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Valle at 9209 Kenwood | Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in La Mesa?
There are currently 1322 Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $871 to $14,915. There are also 395 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Mesa ranging from $700 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in La Mesa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in La Mesa ranges from $700 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,553.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in La Mesa?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in La Mesa range from $930 to $4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $910.
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