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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Outdoor spaces
  • Brand-new flooring
  • Recently updated bathroom
  • Full-size kitchen

Location

7901 Hillside Dr #A, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Management

Adam King Real Estate Strategies LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 5547

Property Overview

7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A, receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, highlighting its appealing value and amenities, including outdoor spaces and brand-new flooring. Its location also scores 9 out of 10, offering easy access to local schools and points of interest. With competitive pricing and updated features, this property stands out for renters seeking quality and convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

7901 Hillside Drive, Unit AStudio1 bath500 sqft$2,150 /moLocated in the heart of La Mesa, 7901 Hillside Dr offers unbeatable convenience with shopping, outdoor spaces, and public transportation (bus and trolley) all within walking distance. Unit A is a spacious studio just under 500 sq ft, featuring a full-size kitchen, brand-new flooring throughout, and a recently updated bathroom.

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Amenities for 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1960
Lease terms12+ months
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About 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A

HomeApartments in La MesaLa Mesa 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A

Located in the heart of La Mesa, 7901 Hillside Dr offers unbeatable convenience with shopping, outdoor spaces, and public transportation (bus and trolley) all within walking distance. Unit A is a spacious studio just under 500 sq ft, featuring a full-size kitchen, brand-new flooring throughout, and a recently updated bathroom.


Year Built: 1960

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 9 pet hospitals in the area
  • 14 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in La Mesa

studio apartments at 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A cost about 28% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in La Mesa.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,825
April 2024$1,825
May 2024$1,854
June 2024$1,756
July 2024$1,666
August 2024$1,777
September 2024$1,813
October 2024$1,860
November 2024$1,822
December 2024$1,800
January 2025$1,785
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,765
May 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,742
July 2025$1,778
August 2025$1,797
September 2025$1,763
October 2025$1,761
November 2025$1,695
December 2025$1,693
January 2026$1,668
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,675
A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,825
April 2024$1,825
May 2024$1,854
June 2024$1,756
July 2024$1,666
August 2024$1,777
September 2024$1,813
October 2024$1,860
November 2024$1,822
December 2024$1,800
January 2025$1,785
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,735
April 2025$1,765
May 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,742
July 2025$1,778
August 2025$1,797
September 2025$1,763
October 2025$1,761
November 2025$1,695
December 2025$1,693
January 2026$1,668
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,675

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,150.
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Schools near 7901 Hillside Drive, Unit A

Rolando Elementary School

6925 tower st

la mesa, CA, 91941

K-6Public
B

Lemon Grove Academy Elementary

7885 golden ave

lemon grove, CA, 91945

K-6Public

Avondale Elementary School

8401 stansbury st

spring valley, CA, 91977

K-6Public
B-

Empower

165 roanoke rd

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-8Public
B+

Nipaquay Elementary

7900 civita blvd

san diego, CA, 92108

K-5Public
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Getting around La Mesa near 7901 Hillside Dr #A

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 7901 Hillside Dr #A, La Mesa

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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