16 rentals in La Mesa

La Mesa is a city in San Diego County, California, United States, located nine miles east of downtown San Diego in Southern California. The population was 61,121 at the 2020 census, up from 57,065 at the 2010 census. Its civic motto is "the Jewel of the Hills."
La Mesa is the "Jewel of the Hills" with charming village. Features antique district, diverse dining, and family neighborhoods.
Today, La Mesa has 16 homes for rent at a median rent of $3,795/mo, typically leasing in about 21 days. Families here choose from 5 schools rated 8 or higher on the Topfind School Score.
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Median Rent
$2,700/mo
↑ 8.0% over the past yearMonths of Rental Inventory
Estimated time to lease all rentals at the current leasing pace
0.2 months of supply
Landlord's MarketWith only 16 active rentals, supply is tight.
What this means for renters
Rental inventory is tight relative to how many homes get leased each month—fewer options, and well-priced units draw competition. Rentals typically lease in ~21 days.
Rental Velocity
How fast rentals are leasing
Rentals are leasing quickly—be prepared to apply fast when you find a good fit. Leasing 41% faster than 6 months ago.
Rental Inventory Distribution
Rentals are being leased quickly—most listings move within 30 days, signaling strong renter demand.
Housing Tenure in La Mesa
Renting is more common here than statewide—this market has more rental inventory and transient residents.
46%
Homeowners
54%
Renters
Homeownership is 9.5% lower than the California average (55.5%)
25,178 households (2023)
Median Rent by Bedroom
Rent increases significantly with bedroom count—larger units command premium prices.
Each additional bedroom adds about $2,463.75/mo to rent on average, with larger units commanding higher premiums.
Largest increase: 4 → 5 bedrooms (+$6,715/mo)
Rent Reductions
5 listings have reduced their rent
31% of active listings
Average reduction: 24.4% (~$926/mo)
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