Apartments For Rent in La Mesa, CA
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1-2 BathsVeranda La Mesa | 5353 Baltimore Dr #BES099,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,800 - $3,265/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsWoodbridge Apartments | 10874 Calle Verde F09e2e325 #f09e2e325,
La Mesa, CA 91941
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,456 - $2,991/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsFiftyOne Baltimore at the Crossroads | 5150 Baltimore Dr #4-145,
La Mesa, CA 91942
PET FRIENDLY$1,995 - $3,495/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsIbis La Mesa | 5101-5125 Garfield St #5105-206,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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PET FRIENDLY$3,195 - $3,300/mo2-3 Beds2 BathsPark Villas La Mesa | 4343-4345 Parks Ave #4335-1,
La Mesa, CA 91941
NEW - 2 DAYS AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,200 - $2,750/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMellmanor Apartments | 8750 Mellmanor Dr #1-5,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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SPECIAL OFFERSENIOR HOUSINGINCOME RESTRICTED$1,600 - $1,800/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathGuava Gardens Apartments Senior Living 62+ | 5041 Guava Ave #b778e5093,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,566 - $3,563/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe District Apartments | 8727 Fletcher Pkwy #355,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,498 - $4,105/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsArray La Mesa | 4949 Baltimore Dr #364,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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PET FRIENDLY$3,000 - $3,200/mo2-3 Beds2-3 BathsHoward Gilmore Terrace - Military Housing | 8300 Garnet Ct #3B-2Ba,
La Mesa, CA 91941Explore by rental type
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SPECIAL OFFER$1,800 - $2,250/moStudio-1 bd1 baVilla Knolls Apartments | 5365 Marengo Ave #2-11,
La Mesa, CA 91942
PET FRIENDLY$2,000 - $2,500/mo1-2 bd1-2 baLake Murray Villa Apartments | 5757 Lake Murray Blvd #0339cf2e9,
La Mesa, CA 91942
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PET FRIENDLY$2,800 - $3,050/mo2-3 bd3 baLa Mesa Park - Military Housing | 4275 Palm Ave #2B-2Ba,
La Mesa, CA 91941
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- SPECIAL OFFER$1,800 - $2,250/moStudio-1 bd1 baVilla Knolls Apartments | 5365 Marengo Ave #2-11,
La Mesa, CA 91942 - PET FRIENDLY$2,000 - $2,500/mo1-2 bd1-2 baLake Murray Villa Apartments | 5757 Lake Murray Blvd #0339cf2e9,
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- PET FRIENDLY$2,800 - $3,050/mo2-3 bd3 baLa Mesa Park - Military Housing | 4275 Palm Ave #2B-2Ba,
La Mesa, CA 91941
What Locals Say about La Mesa
Review Highlights
La Mesa, CA: lively small-town vibe near San Diego with easy commutes, parks, trails, and a festive downtown. Residents love walkable parks like Lake Murray, easy freeways/trolley, and a festive downtown. Concerns include homelessness, break-ins, some traffic, scarce parking, and patchy sidewalks.
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Average Rent Trends in La Mesa, CA
Rent in La Mesa, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,481 |
| Jul 2025 | $2,572 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,501 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,400 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,495 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,434 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,398 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,485 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,459 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,475 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,375 |
| May 2026 | $2,405 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,010 | $2,695 | $3,504 | $4,595 | $2,399 |
| Townhomes | $2,895 | $3,000 | $3,504 | — | $3,000 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,995 | $2,450 | $3,125 | $6,900 | $2,195 |
| Houses | $2,500 | $3,095 | $3,900 | $4,595 | $3,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in La Mesa, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in La Mesa, CA?The average rent of an apartment in La Mesa, CA is $2,260 per month. This is about 17% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in La Mesa, CA?The average rent of a house in La Mesa, CA is $3,800 per month. This is about 97% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in La Mesa, CA?The average rent of a townhome in La Mesa, CA is $3,000 per month. This is about 55% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in La Mesa, CA?In the last year, the average rent in La Mesa, CA was lowest in Dec 2025 when it was $2,398 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in La Mesa, CA?In the last year, the average rent in La Mesa, CA was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,653 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in La Mesa, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in La Mesa, CA is $2,010 per month. That is about $304 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in La Mesa, CA?There are 250 available rental listings in La Mesa, CA.
- What are some zip codes in La Mesa, CA?
- What are some cities near La Mesa, CA?Some nearby cities include: Lemon Grove, Spring Valley, Santee, Bonita, El Cajon. These cities may have more rental options to explore.