Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA (199 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in La Mesa that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Chateau Spring Hill Apartments

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SETA

Echo Pointe

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Cove La Mesa

Central Park

Lake Murray Villa

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The Flats

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Comanche Hills

Mohawk Gardens

Park Grossmont

Rising Sun

FiftyOne Baltimore at the Crossroads
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Heatherwood

The Village at Rancho San Diego

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4370 Date Ave

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Keeney Plaza Apartment

Rimrock Apartments
La Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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La Mesa Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,976 | $1,295 | $4,062 |
La Mesa Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $1,400 | $5,058 |
La Mesa Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $1,339 | $5,298 |
La Mesa Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,021 | $799 | $5,895 |
La Mesa Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $910 | $7,520 |
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Pet Friendliest La Mesa Apartments for Rent
The La Mesa Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing in the College East neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 3.4 of 4. Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d in the Casa de Oro Mount Helix neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly La Mesa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing | 3.4/4 | College East | $1,375 |
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d | 3.4/4 | Casa de Oro Mount Helix | $2,050 |
Spring Gardens | 3.2/4 | Spring Valley | $2,795 |
Palmilla | 3.2/4 | College East | $1,800 |
Canyon View Apartments | 3/4 | San Carlos | $2,100 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in La Mesa, CA
The lowest priced La Mesa apartment at a property that allows pets is the S1 Studio Model at Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing in the College East neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second cheapest La Mesa Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED, which is a 1 Bed starting at $1,925 in the Rancho San Diego neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly La Mesa apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Iconic on Alvarado: Off-Campus Student Housing | S1 | $1,895 |
Majestic Apartments - ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | One Bedroom | $1,925 |
The Timbers Apartments | A3 - Upstairs | $1,933 |
Artesia Condominiums | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,950 |
Lake Murray Villa | A | $1,950 |
Chateau Spring Hill Apartments | studio | $1,968 |
Casa De Helix La Mesa, Brand New Kitchen, w/d | Large 1 Bedroom | $2,050 |
The District Apartments | PRESERVE | $2,218 |
Cove La Mesa | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,395 |
Haven at La Mesa | Helix - 2x2 | $3,300 |
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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, CAPopulation: 59,556
Ranked #636
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleLa Mesa, CA
Ranked #94
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly La Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in La Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in La Mesa is at Victory on Paseo listed at $792.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly La Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in La Mesa is $2,852.
What is the largest Pet Friendly La Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 2,873 square feet unit starting from $7,520 at 4223 Woodland Dr.
What is the average size for La Mesa Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in La Mesa is currently at 833 sq ft.
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