Casa La Mesa Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 17, 2026

Thinking about renting at Casa La Mesa Apartments in La Mesa? Rent here runs $2,180 – $3,245, and renters insurance adds about $19/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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4395 70th St, La Mesa, CA 91942

La Mesa

Built 1973 2 stories 105 units
4/5 ·22 reviews Google
2 reviews Apt. Finder
$2,180 – $3,245 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at Casa La Mesa Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what Casa La Mesa Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $2,199 – $3,264
Base Rent $2,180 – $3,245
Est. Renters Insurance $19/mo

Renters Insurance at Casa La Mesa Apartments

We found a few insurance details on Casa La Mesa Apartments's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
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* An "interested party" is the property management company listed on your insurance policy. It doesn't give them any claim rights — it just means they get notified if your policy lapses, which is how the leasing office verifies you stay insured.

One thing to watch for: when you purchase your policy, most carriers have a field where you add the property as an interested party — skip that step and your proof may get rejected. It takes 30 seconds during checkout. Start a quote to see which carriers handle this automatically.

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to Casa La Mesa Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Older Building

Built in 1973 — older plumbing/electrical may increase risk

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 1367/100K (13% below national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$19

Est. Monthly

$224

Est. Annual

$17

With Discounts/mo

$16

State Avg/mo

How Much Coverage Makes Sense

Renters insurance has two main pieces: personal property coverage, which pays to replace your belongings if they're stolen or damaged (think furniture, electronics, clothes), and liability coverage, which protects you if someone gets hurt in your unit or you accidentally damage someone else's property. Here's what we'd recommend for Casa La Mesa Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$25,000

If you own more

$60,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

Pool on premises — higher liability recommended for accidents at shared amenities

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near Casa La Mesa Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $111/yr
USAA $10/mo $125/yr
State Farm $14/mo $167/yr
Progressive $15/mo $181/yr
Safeco $15/mo $181/yr
Travelers $16/mo $195/yr
Allstate $17/mo $209/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $209/yr
Farmers $19/mo $223/yr
Liberty Mutual $21/mo $251/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-5%
Controlled access
-3%
Claims-free (if applicable)
-10%
Pay-in-full annual
-7%
Paperless/autopay
-3%
Multi-policy bundle
-10%

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Property Crime & Theft Risk

Renters insurance pricing is driven by property crime — theft, burglary, and vehicle break-ins — not violent crime. Here's what the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting data shows for La Mesa.

La Mesa property crime rate

1,367

per 100K residents

13% below U.S. avg

U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
217 / 200
Larceny / theft
961 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
189 / 206

U.S. average

Near-average property crime means insurance premiums in La Mesa track closely with national baselines. Casa La Mesa Apartments also has on-site security features (Controlled access, Gated, Gated access, Covered parking) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, La Mesa (2024-12 to 2025-11)

What Residents Are Saying

Based on Google reviews, here are the issues residents mention most often — and the ones that matter when choosing your coverage. Longer bars indicate more frequent discussion.

Maintenance Issues Common topic

On-Site Security

Controlled access Gated Gated access Covered parking

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for Casa La Mesa Apartments.

FEMA Zone X (Area Of Minimal Flood Hazard) — Minimal flood risk

Flood insurance optional but inexpensive in this zone.

Flood zone data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL). Zones can change — verify at FEMA Flood Map Service.

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at Casa La Mesa Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Application Fee

Charged per applicant.

$45

Deposit

Charged per unit.

$250

Pets Fees

Pet Deposit

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$500

Monthly Pet Fee

Max of 2. Charged per pet.

$50 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking Fee

Charged per vehicle.

$50 / mo

Amenities

Special Features

Central A/C Courtyard View Covered parking - assigned Garbage Disposal Gas Grill & BBQ Area Medium patio/balcony Organized Community Activities Train Station within 1 Mile Trash Valet Vertical blinds

Community Features

Clubhouse Grill Pool

Floor Plan Amenities

Ceiling Fans Storage Space Dishwasher Stainless Steel Appliances Pantry Refrigerator

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what Casa La Mesa Apartments allows. Standard renters insurance typically covers pet-related incidents, so you usually won't need any add-on coverage for a cat.

Cats Allowed
$500 – $500 Deposit
$50 Monthly Pet Rent
2 Pet Limit
40 lb Weight Limit

About Casa La Mesa Apartments

Year Built: 1973
Stories: 2 stories
Units: 105
Phone: (858) 298-2462

From the property listing:

Casa La Mesa offers spacious and attractive one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes filled with features you will appreciate. Conveniently located near Highways 8 and 94, Casa La Mesa provides controlled access gated entry to create an oasis of privacy and comfort. Shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and career centers are nearby, as well as the many recreational and cultural opportunities of the San Diego area. Casa La Mesa is one of the most sought after residential communities in La Mesa, CA.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Casa La Mesa Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on Casa La Mesa Apartments's website — these likely reflect lease requirements, but confirm with the leasing office. Even if it's not required, a policy typically runs under $20/month and covers you against theft, fire, and liability.
How much is renters insurance at Casa La Mesa Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $19/month ($224/year). Casa La Mesa Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $17/month. For context, the statewide average is $16/month, so this building is above average.
What will I actually pay per month at Casa La Mesa Apartments?
Plan for $2,199 to $3,264/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,180 – $3,245), plus roughly $19/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does Casa La Mesa Apartments allow pets?
Yes, Casa La Mesa Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats Allowed. $500 – $500 Deposit. $50 Monthly Pet Rent. 2 Pet Limit. 40 lb Weight Limit. Standard renters insurance covers pet-related liability at no extra cost.
How safe is the area around Casa La Mesa Apartments?
Property crime in La Mesa sits near the national average — 1,367 per 100,000 residents versus 1,578 nationwide. That's the metric insurance carriers care about most for renters coverage, since property crime (theft, burglary, vehicle break-ins) drives most claims. Burglary specifically is 217/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find controlled access, gated, gated access, covered parking — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does Casa La Mesa Apartments offer?
There are 6 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom layouts. Rent ranges from $2,180 – $3,245. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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