The Benefits of Shopping at the La Mesa Farmers Market

Visit the La Mesa Farmers' Market

Supermarkets might offer a more convenient way to shop, but nothing beats farmers markets when it comes to a more beneficial way to get groceries. You're not just getting healthier products. You also get a few other benefits as well when you shop at places like the La Mesa Farmers Market, which isn't far from our Alterra Apartments. These … [Read more...]

High Tech Eco-Friendly Living at New La Mesa Apartments

Green living at Alterra apartments in La Mesa

Is it possible to enjoy the latest technology while also going green? It sure is at our eco-friendly apartments in La Mesa! Our apartments have several features that make living green in luxury apartments possible. These include dual pane low-E windows, high-efficiency heating and air conditioning, low-flow kitchen fixtures, a high-tech fitness center and … [Read more...]

Green Changes to De-clutter Your La Mesa Apartment

Tips for going green at Alterra apartments

It's easy for clutter to build up inside your home, but it takes a lot of effort to get around to clearing it out. Fortunately, there are some simple ways for you to de-clutter in our eco-friendly apartments in La Mesa. Use these tips to help you get started on getting rid of clutter: Switch to paperless billing. This means you'll get less mail … [Read more...]

Have You Checked Out La Mesa’s Public Stairways?

See the neighborhoods of La Mesa using the La Mesa public stairs!

One of the best kept secrets in town, and a great place to get some exercise is La Mesa's Public Stairways. Built to allow better access into the neighborhoods of Mt. Nebo and Windsor Hills, the public stairs are a great reminder of days gone by and an excellent place to work on that cardio! Take the main stairs at the intersection of Windsor and … [Read more...]

Flea Market Decorating: Decorate Your Apartment with Flea Market Finds

Give you Alterra apartment a makeover with flea market finds

Apartment decorating can be an expensive business, but flea markets abound with all sorts of interesting items and you can often find real bargains. Some tips on flea market shopping: Decide before you go how much you are prepared to spend. Take small bills so that you can remove only what you need each time you pay. Have an idea of what you want … [Read more...]

Alterra Apartments Utilize Green Living Practices in La Mesa

Green living amenities at Alterra apartments in La Mesa

As a resident of our eco-friendly apartments in La Mesa you need to be proud of the fact that you are doing your bit to help conserve our environment. Spread the word by telling your friends about the green living practices that we all utilize here at Alterra Apartments: Water - our common spaces include plants that don't need a lot of water, and … [Read more...]

Excellent Spring Gardening Ideas for Your Patio

Get ready for spring by planting some new plants

Green spaces are good for the soul, and with Spring arriving soon it's time to think about gardening ideas for your Alterra apartment patio. If you want to be different and have a conversation piece on your patio, attach glass canning bottles to the wall, place a layer of pebbles in the bottoms, fill them with potting soil and plant herbs in them! … [Read more...]

Visit Charcoal House for Great Steaks in La Mesa

steak dinner

Nothing beats a delicious steak cooked to perfection. Even better is finding an amazing place to go and get a steak like that. Here at Alterra, we are all about helping the amazing residents of our apartments in La Mesa. That is why we love to suggest great places to go for a delicious meal and a great night out. If you love steak cooked the way you like it, … [Read more...]

Vista La Mesa Park is Great for Playing Horseshoes

Horseshoe pit

Parks are not only a place for kids and adults with small children. If you are looking to change up activities with your friends, why not stop for a game of horseshoes in the local park near Alterra-Las Mesa apartments? Horseshoes is a fun and easy game to play that will bring out your competitive nature. Rather than going to the movies, or another … [Read more...]

Visit Off the Record near La Mesa and Alterra apartments

Stacks of records

With people buying digital music and using MP3 players more than CD and vinyl players, record stores are a dying breed. But if you're the kind of person who sticks to having physical copies of their music, you should check out some of the local record stores near La Mesa. One great example is Off the Record, which stocks both CDs and vinyl in San … [Read more...]