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Mateus Apartments
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Mateus Apartments

6925 Boulevard DrLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Rancho La Mesa
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Rancho La Mesa

5436 Vincetta CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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La Mesa Villa

4332 Parks AveLa Mesa, CA 91941
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Largest Available La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in La Mesa, CA is found at Array La Mesa in the Rolando neighborhood and is 1,430 square feet priced from $4,124. Dorchester "Call for Specials" has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,000 square feet and currently listed start at $2,680. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in La Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Array La MesaLive Work1,430 Sq Ft$4,124
Dorchester "Call for Specials"Two Bedroom One Bathroom REMODELED1,000 Sq Ft$2,680
The Penthouse Apartments "Call for Specials"1+1 Plan B900 Sq Ft$2,265
Crestview ApartmentsOne Bedroom (None Available)815 Sq Ft$2,055
Navajo Bluffs1B1800 Sq Ft$2,233
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/dLarge 1 Bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,050
THE POINTE - JUST RENOVATED!4751 1bd/1 ba Single Patio Space Upstairs/Downs...780 Sq Ft$2,495
Patrician Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath780 Sq Ft$1,950
Grossmont TerraceDuplex770 Sq Ft$2,000
Palms of La Mesa1 BEDROOM 770 SQUARE FEET770 Sq Ft$2,412

Cheapest Available La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in La Mesa, CA is the One Bedroom One Bath Model starting from $1,400 at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ in the Darnall neighborhood. The second most affordable La Mesa 1 Bedroom is the One Bedrooms Model at Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community) starting at $1,700 in the Fletcher Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in La Mesa is currently $2,407. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in La Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+One Bedroom One Bath$1,400
Guava Gardens (62+ Senior Community)One Bedrooms$1,700
Valle at FairwayGrove$1,784
Valle at 9061 KenwoodGardenia$1,789
Terre at CopleyBreeze$1,794
Aztec Pacific Apartments150611$1,795
Shadow Point1 Bed 1 Bath$1,827
StateMinor$1,840
The Dalton Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,849
The Bend on Ballantyne1BR/1.0BA$1,850

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La Mesa Overview

La Mesa is a perfect location for apartment living. Featuring a mix of urban living with easy access to nature, La Mesa is the best place for a relaxed, yet urban environment.

Why live in La Mesa, CA?

With its easy access to the San Diego metropolitan area, La Mesa is the perfect location for any professional with an urban longing but unwilling to sacrifice small town comforts and space. Given its location close to the coast as well as various natural parks in the area, La Mesa gives endless opportunity for adventure and opportunity. Furthermore, the area features hot summers and warm winters, making it the perfect destination for anyone tired of the unpredictable seasons elsewhere in the country.

La Mesa, CA
Population: 59,556

Ranked #636

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
La Mesa, CA

Ranked #107

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around La Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in La Mesa with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in La Mesa is at Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,400.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in La Mesa is $2,407.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom La Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 1,430 square feet unit starting from $4,124 at Array La Mesa.

What is the average size for La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in La Mesa is currently 458 sq ft.

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