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Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA under $2000

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Apartments for Rent in La Mesa, CA under $2000. 44 Rentals Available
  • a living room and dining room with a wooden table
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    4242 Spring St., La Mesa, CA 91941
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    4341 Spring Street, La Mesa, CA 91941
    STUDIO $1,807+
    1 BED $1,989+
  • a patio with a staircase and trees in front of a building
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    7350 La Mesita Pl., La Mesa, CA 91942
    1 BED $1,895

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  • an open living room with a ping pong table and a dining room with chairs
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    2675 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,999+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    6575 Jaffe Ct, San Diego, CA 92119
    STUDIO $1,806+
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  • 1011 Leslie Rd 1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    1011 Leslie Rd, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,300
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1240 Petree Street, El Cajon, CA 92020
    1 BED $1,908+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    1790 Dayton Drive, LEMON GROVE, CA 91945
    STUDIO $1,495
    1 BED $1,625
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    8956 Harness Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
    1 BED $1,619
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  • our resort style swimming pool is next to our building and a picnic table
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    9211 Amys Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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  • a living room with a couch and a desk with a chair
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    6263 Acorn St., San Diego, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,940+
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    8885 Orville Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977
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  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    848 N Mollison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,857+
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    301 Shady Lane, El Cajon, CA 92021
    1 BED $1,995
  • a row of apartment buildings on a city street
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    5252 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
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    4280-90 52ND ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $380+
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    4315-21 N. 51ST ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    STUDIO $1,200
    1 BED $1,500
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    4334-40 1/2 51ST. ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,450
  • an exterior view of a building with trees and a sidewalk
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    1360 Melody Lane, El Cajon, CA 92019
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    4241 N. 51ST ST, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $700+
    2 BEDS $1,450+
  • a kitchen with a sink and a black faucet
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    5228 Rex Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
    1 BED $2,000
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    4212 ALTADENA AVE, SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,500
    2 BEDS $1,450+
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    4211 ALTADENA AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA 92115
    1 BED $1,200+
    2 BEDS $770+
  • a courtyard with plants and a building in the background
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    3060 53Rd Street, San Diego, CA 92105
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    3626 Altadena Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105
    1 BED $1,750
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Getting around in La Mesa, CA

79 /100
Very Walkable
33 /100
Some Transit
34 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 79, Transit Score®: 33, Bike Score®: 34

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in La Mesa, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in La Mesa, CA were last updated on 21 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in La Mesa, CA?

The best apartments in La Mesa, CA are: Adagio, La Mesa Village, Villa Knolls Apartments, Central Park and Chateau Spring Terrace Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in La Mesa, CA?

In La Mesa 54% of the housing is rented out compared to 46% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 27% of La Mesa's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 56% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

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Finding apartments for rent in La Mesa, CA for less than $2,000 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 44 available units in La Mesa, CA, renting for under $2,000. On average, $1,938 can get you 758 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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