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  1. Building Photo - SETA
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $2,720+
    2 BEDS
    $3,426+
    3 BEDS
    $3,955+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,703 - $5,971
    Required Monthly Fees$16
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,719 - $5,987

    SETA

    7346 Parkway Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (858) 630-4175
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $2,512+
    1 BED
    $2,530+
    2 BEDS
    $3,506+
    3 BEDS
    $4,110+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,494 - $9,060
    Required Monthly Fees$17
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,511 - $9,077

    Array La Mesa

    4949 Baltimore Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 728-2462
  5. $381 Off
    Price Drop. $381 Off
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    1 BED
    $2,351+
    2 BEDS
    $3,353+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,343 - $4,651
    Required Monthly Fees$8
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,351 - $4,659

    The District Apartments

    8727 Fletcher Pky, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2084
  7. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
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    STUDIO
    $1,770+
    1 BED
    $2,356+
    2 BEDS
    $2,523+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,753 - $5,235
    Required Monthly Fees$16
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,769 - $5,251

    Navajo Bluffs

    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    (619) 536-1637
  12. Building Photo - Central Park
    1 BED
    $2,688+
    2 BEDS
    $2,705+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,671 - $6,984
    Required Monthly Fees$16
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,687 - $7,000

    Central Park

    5636 Amaya Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (619) 825-2859
  15. Building Photo - Adagio
    1 BED
    $2,131+
    2 BEDS
    $2,887+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,114 - $6,657
    Required Monthly Fees$16
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,130 - $6,673

    Adagio

    5427 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
    (858) 757-7659
  41. Building Photo - 3856 Loma Alta Dr
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,990
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,990
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,990

    3856 Loma Alta Dr

    3856 Loma Alta Dr, San Diego, CA 92115
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  42. Building Photo - Spring Gardens
    2 BEDS
    $2,195+
    3 BEDS
    $2,795+

    Spring Gardens

    9233 Kenwood Dr, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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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

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Grossmont High

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Parkway Sports and Health Science Academy

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La Mesa Dale Elementary

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Murray Manor Elementary

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Maryland Avenue Elementary

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Lemon Avenue Elementary

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