
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA with Utilities Included (10 Rentals)
Rental terms in La Mesa as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Apartments in La Mesa where your utility payments are included in your rent.


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Patrician Apartments
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $1,295 | $3,408 |
La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $1,400 | $4,938 |
La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,745 | $1,339 | $5,416 |
La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,021 | $930 | $5,895 |
La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $910 | $7,660 |
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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 Short-term La Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in La Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in La Mesa is at Valle at Fairway listed at $1,801.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term La Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in La Mesa is $2,955.
What is the largest Short-term La Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in La Mesa is a 2,873 square feet unit starting from $7,660 at 4223 Woodland Dr.
What is the average size for La Mesa Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in La Mesa is currently at 869 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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