Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA (65 Rentals)

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Grossmont Apartments
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Grossmont Apartments

8561 Mellmanor DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Pravada Apartments
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Pravada Apartments

8625 Fletcher PkyLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Dailey Court
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Dailey Court

5151 Dailey CtLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Casa De La Mesa
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Casa De La Mesa

5575 Shasta LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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eaves La Mesa
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eaves La Mesa

5679 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Westmont of La Mesa
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Westmont of La Mesa

9000 Murray DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Grossmont Village
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Grossmont Village

5750 Amaya DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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4800 Williamsburg Ln
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4800 Williamsburg Ln

4800 Williamsburg LnLa Mesa, CA 91942
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8605 Mellmanor Dr
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8605 Mellmanor Dr

8605 Mellmanor DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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5900 Severin Dr
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5900 Severin Dr

5900 Severin DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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7516 Parkway Dr
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7516 Parkway Dr

7516 Parkway DrLa Mesa, CA 91942
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Alberts College
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Alberts College

5460 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Grove Lofts
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Grove Lofts

8465 BroadwayLemon Grove, CA 91945
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Slostice Senior Living
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Slostice Senior Living

444 Prescott AveEl Cajon, CA 92020
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Adelaide Gardens
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Adelaide Gardens

5532-5562 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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70th Street
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70th Street

4845-4855 70th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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7232 El Cajon Blvd
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7232 El Cajon Blvd

7232 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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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

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 $2,368.

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 $4,054 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 508 sq ft.

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