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  1. Two Bedroom Apartments in La Mesa CA - The District - Dining Room with Wood-Style Flooring - The District Apartments
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,442+
    2 BEDS
    $3,158+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,433 - $4,094
    Required Monthly Fees$9
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,442 - $4,103

    The District Apartments

    8727 Fletcher Pky, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2084
  2. Building Photo - Array La Mesa
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $2,431+
    1 BED
    $2,466+
    2 BEDS
    $3,755+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,425 - $3,903
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,431 - $3,909

    Array La Mesa

    4949 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 728-2462
  5. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    |
    STUDIO
    $1,839+
    1 BED
    $2,401+
    2 BEDS
    $2,646+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,833 - $2,789
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,839 - $2,795

    Navajo Bluffs

    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    (619) 536-1637
  8. Building Photo - SETA
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,640+
    2 BEDS
    $3,278+
    3 BEDS
    $3,686+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,635 - $3,681
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,640 - $3,686

    SETA

    7346 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (858) 630-4175
  9. Building Photo - Central Park
    1 BED
    $2,330+
    2 BEDS
    $2,846+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,323 - $3,134
    Required Monthly Fees$7
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,330 - $3,141

    Central Park

    5636 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2859
  15. Building Photo - Adagio
    1 BED
    $2,121+
    2 BEDS
    $2,987+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,114 - $3,094
    Required Monthly Fees$7
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,121 - $3,101

    Adagio

    5427 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (858) 757-7659
  19. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $1,970+
    1 BED
    $2,385+
    2 BEDS
    $2,800+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,965 - $3,295
    Required Monthly Fees$5
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,970 - $3,300

    Kelvin

    7950 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
    (858) 225-5429
  20. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,985+
    1 BED
    $2,165+
    3 BEDS
    $3,175+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,985 - $3,205
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,985 - $3,205

    64Forty

    6440 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
    (619) 864-7516
  24. Building Photo - Casa De Oro Senior Apartments
    STUDIO
    $1,500+
    1 BED
    $1,600+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500 - $1,600
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,500 - $1,600

    Casa De Oro Senior Apartments

    9550 Campo Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91977
  28. Building Photo - 4349 Oxford St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $4,066
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,066
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,066

    4349 Oxford St Unit SI ID1496400P

    4349 Oxford St, La Mesa, CA 91942
  29. Building Photo - 7578 Ohio Pl
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,960
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,960
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,960

    7578 Ohio Pl Unit SI ID1516333P

    7578 Ohio Pl, La Mesa, CA 91942
  30. Building Photo - 5679 Amaya Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL3-ID382A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  31. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,910
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,910
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,910

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1120A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  32. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,040
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,040
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,040

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL1-ID1081A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  33. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    5679 Amaya Dr Unit SI FL2-ID506A

    5679 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
  34. Building Photo - 8354 Adams St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $4,882
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,882
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,882

    8354 Adams St Unit SI ID1471810P

    8354 Adams St, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
  39. Building Photo - 3831 Rogers Rd
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $11,477
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$11,477
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$11,477

    3831 Rogers Rd Unit SI ID1471796P

    3831 Rogers Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91977
  41. Building Photo - 7264 Glenflora Ave
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $8,376
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$8,376
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$8,376

    7264 Glenflora Ave Unit SI ID1574623P

    7264 Glenflora Ave, San Diego, CA 92119
  42. Building Photo - 6740 Amherst St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    6740 Amherst St

    6740 Amherst St, San Diego, CA 92115
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La Mesa, CA Apartments for Rent

Known as "the Jewel of the Hills," La Mesa sits just nine miles east of downtown San Diego in Southern California and has been a thriving community since its incorporation in the early 20th century. Those looking for apartments for rent in La Mesa will find a range of housing options in this city of approximately 60,000 residents, from modern apartment communities near Grossmont Center to properties in the walkable La Mesa Village area. The city's compact 10-square-mile area creates a close-knit atmosphere while maintaining convenient access to major employment centers throughout San Diego County.

Renting in La Mesa offers practical advantages for those seeking a balance between affordability and location. The city is served by four San Diego Trolley stations and multiple bus lines, making car-free commuting a realistic option for residents working in downtown San Diego or other parts of the county. Interstate 8, Highway 94, and Highway 125 provide quick access for drivers. Renters can enjoy weekly farmers' markets in La Mesa Village, shop at Grossmont Center, and take advantage of recreational spaces like Harry Griffen Park. The area's well-maintained sidewalks and bicycle lanes support active transportation, while local dining options range from independent restaurants to familiar chains along El Cajon Boulevard and La Mesa Boulevard.

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Helix High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,554 Students
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Grossmont High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,172 Students
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Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
897 Students
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Murdock Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
608 Students
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Murray Manor Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
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Murray Manor Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
530 Students
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Lemon Avenue Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
502 Students

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