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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 decreased in Apr 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
MonthAverage rent
May 2025$2,486
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
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In April 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,030$2,633$3,695$5,195$2,395
Townhomes$2,895$3,195$4,295—$3,000
Apartments and Condos$1,995$2,350$3,200$1,290$2,200
Houses$1,600$3,200$3,990$5,450$3,990
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in La Mesa, CA

  • What is the average rent in La Mesa, CA?
    The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $2,395. Rent prices range from $980 to as much as $26,800, depending on the type of rental.
  • How does the rent in La Mesa, CA compare to the national average?
    Average rent in La Mesa, CA is about 25% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in La Mesa compared to the U.S. average.
  • What is the average rent in La Mesa, CA, by number of bedrooms?
    The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $1,710 for a studio, $2,030 for a 1 bedroom, $2,633 for a 2 bedroom, $3,695 for a 3 bedroom, and $5,195 for a 4 bedroom.
  • How have rent prices in La Mesa, CA changed compared to last year?
    In the past year, the average rent price in La Mesa, CA has decreased by $100. That means the average rent is 4% lower than last year.
  • How many available rental listings are in La Mesa, CA?
    There are 235 available rental listings in La Mesa, CA.
  • What are some zip codes in La Mesa, CA?
    La Mesa, CA includes zip codes such as: 91942, 91941, 91943, 91944.
  • 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.