Veranda La Mesa
5353 Baltimore Dr,
La Mesa, CA 91942
Studio - 2 Beds | $2,080 - $3,140
Rental Market Trends in La Mesa, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $2,045/month.
Rent in La Mesa is 23% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,045/month
Average Rent
656 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.5%
Change / Year
969
Available Apartments
La Mesa rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in La Mesa average $1,644 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in La Mesa average $2,045 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in La Mesa average $2,513 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in La Mesa average $2,998 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in La Mesa, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.5%, which averages out to $31 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in La Mesa, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
28%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
44%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in La Mesa?
Based on current rent prices, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix is the most affordable neighborhood in La Mesa.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in La Mesa?
Based on current rent prices, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix is the most expensive neighborhood in La Mesa.
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Which La Mesa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in La Mesa with the most apartments available is Casa de Oro-Mount Helix .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in La Mesa, CA?
Because the average rent in La Mesa is $2,045, you’ll want to make about $6,816 per month or $81,792 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does La Mesa, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare La Mesa, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the La Mesa Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,895/month
$1,895/month
Two Bedroom
$2,513/month
$2,513/month
Three Bedroom
$3,275/month
$3,275/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in La Mesa?
The average rent in La Mesa is $2,045 per month, which is 23.0% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in La Mesa?
The average rent for a house in La Mesa, CA is $3,995 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in La Mesa?
The average rent for a townhome in La Mesa, CA is $2,710 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in La Mesa?
The average rent for a condo in La Mesa, CA is $1,886 per month.
Are rents going up or down in La Mesa?
Rents in La Mesa, CA are decreasing, with prices down 1.5% year-over-year and $31 less per month.
What rent range is most common in La Mesa?
In La Mesa, CA, 44% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.