Average Rent in La Mesa, CA
1 apartment buildings, 7 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$2,837/mo
Cheapest
$2,547/mo
Properties
1
Units
7
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 1 properties in La Mesa, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
La Mesa, CA Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Park Grossmont Apartments 9076 Campina Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA | $2,547 | $2,837 | $2.85 | 4.3 (102) | 7 |
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La Mesa, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $2,837 per month, based on 7 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,547 at Park Grossmont Apartments to $2,547 at Park Grossmont Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed | $2,623/mo | $2,547/mo | 4 |
| 3 Bed | $3,123/mo | $2,996/mo | 3 |
Every price comes directly from each property's leasing system, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in La Mesa, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$113,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,837/mo.
Comfortable income
$136,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,547/mo), you need to earn at least $102,000/year.
Cost of living in La Mesa, CA
We only have live rent data for La Mesa, CA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,837 |
| Estimated total | $2,837/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in California
How La Mesa, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs La Mesa, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,858 | +1% | 34 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,816 | -1% | 24 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,333 | -18% | 23 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,534 | -11% | 23 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,218 | +13% | 21 |
| Oakland, CA | $3,532 | +24% | 16 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in La Mesa, CA?
The average rent in La Mesa, CA is $2,837 per month, based on 7 units across 1 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are updated every morning through our proprietary data sourcing.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in La Mesa, CA?
The lowest available rent in La Mesa, CA starts at $2,547 per month. Availability changes daily as leasing data is refreshed each morning.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in La Mesa, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa, CA average $2,623/mo. Units start from $2,547/mo across 4 units currently listed.
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