La Mesa

La Mesa, California is a small, picturesque city with a competitive housing market:

• Location

  La Mesa is close to many parts of San Diego, making it easy to visit other places. It’s about 10 miles from downtown San Diego, and the drive usually takes about 20 minutes.

• Community

  La Mesa has a friendly atmosphere, diverse small businesses, and great community facilities.

• Housing market

  La Mesa’s housing market is very competitive, with homes selling in about 15 days and receiving an average of five offers. In May 2024, the median sale price of a home in La Mesa was $890,000, which is a 23.6% increase from the previous year.

• Transportation

  The main routes out of La Mesa are Interstate 8 and Highway 94. Public transportation is also available, but it’s slower than driving.

• Other features

  La Mesa is also known as “The Jewel of the Hills” and was established in 1912. It was once involved in the movie-making business.

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