
Homes for Rent in La Mesa, CA Under $4,900 (165 Rentals)


4150 Merritt Blvd

4150 Merritt Blvd

9120 San Juan Pl

5800 Lake Murray Blvd

7467 Seneca Pl

4955 Mills St

5424 Lake Murray Blvd, Unit 1

6180 Veemac Ave

4300 Bancroft Dr
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6832 Tower St

6191 Howell Dr

6838 Tower St

5706 Baltimore Dr

4320 Date Ave

3536 Fairway Dr

5675 Wendi St

5418 Lake Murray Blvd

4870 Palm Ave

8236 High St
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8236 High St

9213 Earl St

7700 Parkway Dr

6840-42 Tower St

3646 Avocado Village Ct

8828 Jefferson Ave

7041 Stanford Ave

4310 Nabal Dr

4982 Baltimore Dr
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5025 Williams Ave

5700 Baltimore Dr

3822 Polaris Dr

4955 63rd St

5050 54th St

4275 College Ave
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6620 Reservoir Ln

4517 College Way, Unit J

5150 Ewing St

5460 Baja Dr

4956 63rd St

7127 Saranac St

5348 Brockbank Pl

6931 Ballinger Ave

6145 Streamview Dr

5507 Gala Ave

1852 Sonoma Ln

4911 Catoctin Dr

828 Angelus Ave
La Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in La Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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La Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,974 | $2,000 | $5,100 |
La Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,208 | $2,099 | $8,200 |
La Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,894 | $1,550 | $6,999 |
La Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,589 | $5,295 | $9,000 |
La Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,998 | $6,500 | $7,695 |
La Mesa 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,674 | $1,110 | $7,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about La Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in La Mesa?
There are currently 1311 Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $7,000. There are also 206 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Mesa ranging from $650 to $9,000.
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 $650 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,493.
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 $750 to $5,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,099 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $700.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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