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Apartments for Rent in La Mesa CA

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Explore Rent Prices Near La Mesa, CA

La Mesa, CA’s average rent price is $2,349 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.

Average Rent
Lemon Grove $2,111
Spring Valley $2,183
El Cajon $2,045
Bonita $2,332
Santee $2,327

Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.

La Mesa, CA Apartments for Rent

Set on the hills just east of San Diego, La Mesa keeps daily life simple with quick access to I-8 and SR-125 and four San Diego Trolley stops (La Mesa Boulevard, Spring Street, Grossmont Transit Center, and Amaya Drive). If you're looking for apartments for rent in La Mesa, start with La Mesa Village for a walkable main street, the Friday farmers market, and Oktoberfest; Grossmont for easy transit and shopping at Grossmont Center; Lake Murray for trailheads and lake views; Fletcher Hills for hillside streets and fast freeway connections; Windsor Hills for historic architecture and city views; Eastridge on the east side for newer communities near parks and SR-125; and Rolando Knolls near SDSU with quick links to the trolley.

Weekends are easy: jog the Lake Murray path, catch sunset at Mt. Helix Park, or spread out at Harry Griffen Park's lawns and summer concerts. La Mesa Boulevard serves up coffee spots, taprooms, and local eateries, while Grossmont Center covers big-name stores and daily needs. Commuting is straightforward—downtown San Diego and Mission Valley are about a 20-30 minute ride by trolley from local stations, and driving into major job hubs is often a short hop on I-8. Search for apartments near Lake Murray or rentals close to Grossmont Transit Center if you want nature trails or a smooth transit commute right outside your door.

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La Mesa, CA Rental Insights

The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $2,083 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,626, which means housing in La Mesa, CA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.

Find affordable apartments for rent in La Mesa, CA by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as Lake Murray Village, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, and Severin Manor. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.

You can find flexible rentals in La Mesa, CA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.

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