La Mesa, United States

La Mesa, CA Real Estate: Buy a Home East of San Diego

111 homes and apartments for sale in La Mesa, United States.

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Properties for sale in La Mesa

24 properties shown

8741 Crockett St, La Mesa, CA 91942

$850,000

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3 bd 1 ba 128 m²
5525 Shasta Ln #301, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$529,000

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2 bd 2 ba 88 m²
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$1,399,900

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3 bd 3 ba 333 m²
6070 Odessa Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942

$829,500

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3 bd 2 ba 123 m²
10135 Hermosa Way, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,795,000

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4 bd 3 ba 378 m²
4363 Harvard Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942

$919,000

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3 bd 1 ba 120 m²
6206 Falmouth Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

$1,079,000

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3 bd 2 ba 167 m²
7765 La Mesa Summit Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,634,990

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5 bd 5 ba 288 m²
5430 Baltimore Drive #70, La Mesa, CA 91942House

$745,000

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3 bd 3 ba 124 m²
4307 Macronald Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

$975,000

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3 bd 2 ba 128 m²
4040 Apore St, La Mesa, CA 91941

$869,000

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3 bd 2 ba 112 m²
4221 Cobalt Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,199,900

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3 bd 3 ba 182 m²
8055 Cinnabar Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,295,000

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3 bd 2 ba 141 m²
8587 Alpine Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941

$749,999

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3 bd 1 ba 84 m²
5715 Baltimore Drive #20, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$769,000

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3 bd 3 ba 129 m²
4214 Bobbie Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941

$1,795,000

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5 bd 5 ba 329 m²
5350 Baltimore Dr #5, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$380,000

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1 bd 1 ba 62 m²
5931 Howell Dr Unit 14, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$749,900

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3 bd 3 ba 134 m²
9190 Spice St, La Mesa, CA 91941

$935,000

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3 bd 3 ba 184 m²
5715 Baltimore Dr #86, La Mesa, CA 91942House

$750,000

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4 bd 3 ba 150 m²
5700 Baltimore Dr #195, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$415,000

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1 bd 1 ba 62 m²
7508 Parkway Dr #102, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$299,000

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1 bd 1 ba 41 m²
5715 Baltimore Dr #91, La Mesa, CA 91942Apartment

$759,000

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3 bd 3 ba 129 m²
9218 Briercrest Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942

$1,199,000

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3 bd 2 ba 183 m²

Buyer's guide: La Mesa

La Mesa real estate offers a San Diego address at a lower price than the coast, with 111 current listings on RealEstateAbroad and a median asking price of €803,683. Prices in our data are shown in euros.

Price overview

All figures are asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, converted to euros.

IndicatorLa Mesa
Listings111
Median asking price€803,683
Range (p25 to p75)€538,173 to €1,106,249
Median price per m²€5,649
Median size129 m²

Houses and condos

Of the 111 listings, 81 are houses and 30 are apartments or condominiums. Three-bedroom homes lead with 49, followed by four-bedroom (20), two-bedroom (18), one-bedroom (14), five or more (8) and 2 studios. The lower quartile of about €538,000 usually points to condos and smaller older homes, while the upper quartile starts above €1.1m for larger or renovated houses. See the US condo and apartment listings if you want a lower entry price.

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The neighbourhood

La Mesa is an inland suburb with a walkable older centre known as La Mesa Village, with restaurants, a farmers' market and a historic main street. It is on the San Diego Trolley's Orange Line, giving a rail link to downtown San Diego, and State Route 94 and Interstate 8 run through the area. The Grossmont and Mount Helix hills offer views, while the flatter areas near the village are the most walkable. Buyers include San Diego commuters, military and healthcare households, and second-home buyers wanting to be near the coast without paying beach prices.

Nearby alternatives include El Cajon, Santee, Lakeside and Spring Valley.

Buying tips for non-US residents

There is no federal bar on foreign buyers, but lenders typically ask for a bigger deposit from non-residents, often 30% or more, and may require US credit history or reserves. A title company and escrow handle closing; buyers pay closing costs of roughly 1% to 3% (approx.). Property tax in California is about 1.1% to 1.3% of purchase price at first, rising only modestly each year under Proposition 13, plus any local assessments. When you eventually sell, FIRPTA withholding can apply to foreign sellers, at 15% unless a reduced rate applies.

See the United States overview, the US buying guide and the financing page.

Last updated 8 October 2026

Buying property in La Mesa: FAQ

Is La Mesa cheaper than San Diego?

Inland suburbs generally are, but we only show La Mesa's listings. Its median asking price is €803,683, and comparisons should be made on the same property type.

Can I buy as a non-resident?

Yes. The US does not bar foreign purchases of residential property, but you need funds, a US title company and often a larger deposit.

Does La Mesa have public transport?

Yes, the San Diego Trolley's Orange Line serves the area, and bus routes link neighbouring suburbs. Many households still use a car.

What are the ongoing costs?

Property tax, insurance, any homeowners' association dues and maintenance. Wildfire insurance cost is worth checking in hillside areas.

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