
Homes for Rent in La Mesa, CA Under $5,400 (173 Rentals)


7611 University Ave, Unit 101

4870 Palm Ave

4858 Palm Ave

8759 Van Horn St, Unit La Mesa Guest House

4417 Upland St

7930 Cinnabar Dr

8810 Mariposa St

6789 Alamo Way

9686 Wayfarer Dr
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4577 Avocado Blvd

5715 Baltimore Dr

8039 Lemon Ave

5420 Connecticut Ave

3665 Birdie Dr

10736 Itzamna Rd

7262 Stanford Ave

7370 La Mesita Pl

7160 Pearson St

6050 Henderson Dr
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4515 4th St

4900 Rosehedge Dr

9617 Tropico Dr

9175 Campina Dr

7300 Waite Dr

8542 Lemon Ave

6093 Severin Dr

4542 3rd St

4514 3rd St

4284 Schoolridge Ln
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5350 Baltimore Dr

4452 Rosebud Ln

4440 Rosebud Ln

5712 Baltimore Dr

4436 Rosebud Ln

4442 Rosebud Ln

5700 Baltimore Dr

7502 Parkway Dr

4965 Comanche Dr

7504 Parkway Dr
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5037 Crestland Dr

4521 Westview Dr

7495 Oakland Rd

7025 Waite Dr

5156 Ewing St

2215 Bonita St

4879 Collwood Blvd, Unit A

1939 Ventana Way

4580 55th St

8743 Navajo Rd, Unit 3
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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 | $2,714 | $1,895 | $5,100 |
La Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,022 | $2,500 | $8,200 |
La Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,019 | $3,349 | $6,900 |
La Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,625 | $3,750 | $6,995 |
La Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,608 | $6,800 | $9,500 |
La Mesa 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,415 | $1,000 | $8,375 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about La Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in La Mesa?
There are currently 1353 Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $792 to $9,400. There are also 211 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in La Mesa ranging from $650 to $9,500.
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 $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,946.
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 $5,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,349 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $910.
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