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7865 Quince St, Unit SI ID1624303P

5679 Amaya Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID763A

5679 Amaya Dr, Unit SI FL1-ID1182A

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5679 Amaya Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID111A

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4349 Oxford St, Unit SI ID1496400P

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7578 Ohio Pl, Unit SI ID1516333P

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4989 Randlett Dr, Unit SI ID1465004P

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7221 Vassar Ave, Unit SI ID1388508P
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7111 Waite Dr

5679 Amaya Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID511A

7991 Normal Ave

9291 Earl St

8685 Mellmanor Dr

7025 Waite Dr

4477-4479 Palm Ave

5679 Amaya Dr

4874-4876 Palm Ave

7724 University Ave
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6941 Boulevard Dr

7203 Blackton Dr

8075 Lemon Ave

4545 Upland St

3874 American Ave

9547 Janfred Way

8000 University Ave

5123 Wilson St

7940 University Ave

9273 Earl St

5417 Lake Murray Blvd

6161 Horton Dr

4926 Baltimore Dr

5580 Lake Park Way

7580 Saranac Ave

7865 Quince St

4250 Blackton Dr

5440 Baltimore Dr

8459 Lemon Ave

10626 Louisa Dr

6985 Wisconsin Ave

5450 Kiowa Dr

4792 Beaumont Dr

7570 Ohio Pl

7935 El Paso St

8970 Lake Angela Dr

4346 Mt Helix Highlands Dr

4884 Vista Arroyo

4040 Yale Ave

4342 Miriam Pl
La Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa Studio Apartments | $1,970 | $1,380 | $3,097 |
| La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $1,250 | $4,940 |
| La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,316 | $7,969 |
| La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,225 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| La Mesa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,074 | $7,895 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in La Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,833 | $1,995 | $5,275 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,741 | $2,795 | $5,495 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,979 | $2,995 | $9,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $7,263 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $6,659 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
| 7 Bedroom Homes | $10,175 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about La Mesa
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in La Mesa, CA?
As of today, September 25, 2026, there are currently 1,570 available La Mesa apartments priced from $999 to $12,476, with an average monthly rent of $2,603.
What La Mesa neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 3 neighborhoods in the La Mesa area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Balboa Park with 5,229 listings, Burlingame with 4,205 listings, and North Park with 2,700 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in La Mesa?
There are currently 466 Studio Apartments in La Mesa with rent ranges from $1,380 to $3,097 with an average price of $1,970.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom La Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in La Mesa ranges from $1,250 to $4,940 with an average monthly rent of $2,292.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in La Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in La Mesa range from $1,316 to $7,969. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,826.
How expensive are La Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 260 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in La Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,165 to $12,476 - averaging $3,560 for the location.
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