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838 Elm Ave, Imperial Beach, CA 91932, USA|Imperial Beach
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Good Life Property Management Inc.
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Property Overview
Set in Imperial Beach, 838 Elm Ave offers attractive coastal living with convenient access to local amenities and outdoor recreation. Notable features and pros combine to provide functional indoor space, practical updates, and an appealing location that supports an easy, everyday lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 838 Elm Ave, Imperial Beach
Features
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Backyard Patio |
| Driveway Parking | Outdoor Space |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 838 Elm Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Imperial Beach.
AVAILABLE NOW! For complete lease terms and how to apply, please go to our website. 3D TOUR: Coming Soon! Located just a mile from the beach, this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the best of coastal living with modern comforts. Tile and hardwood floors, granite counters, and stainless steel appliances create a clean, updated feel, while integrated closets provide streamlined storage. The backyard patio and large outdoor space provide plenty of room to relax, entertain, or enjoy time outdoors, all enclosed by a high private fence for added privacy and comfort. Conveniently located near the beach, shopping centers, and main roads, you’ll enjoy easy access to everyday essentials while still being close to the coast. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - WASHER/DRYER: Included - AIR CONDITIONING: No, Heat only - PARKING: Driveway Parking - UTILITIES INCLUDED: None - GARDENER INCLUDED: No - PET RESTRICTIONS: Up to 2 pet(s) are considered for an additional $50 monthly pet rent, per pet. APPLICATION, LEASE TERMS, AND FEES - APPLICATION FEE: Non-Refundable $55/adult (all occupants 18+ need to submit an application) - APPLICATION TURNAROUND TIME: 2-3 business days - LEASE LENGTH: 1 year - SPECIAL LEASE PROVISIONS: - NON-WARRANTIED: The following items or personal property are included in the Premises without warranty and Landlord will not maintain, repair or replace them: Doorbell (functional) alarm system (functional, backyard patio furniture, Nest smoke detector (functional) ice maker (not functional) water dispenser (non-functional) - RENTER'S INSURANCE: Tenant must carry renter's insurance w/ minimum $100K liability SUMMARY RENTAL CRITERIA -We look for favorable credit history, good references, sufficient income, and the ability to move-in within 14 days of applying -If approved, we require one full month's rent, plus security deposit to move-in -Please read the full rental criteria when submitting an application. Krista Pham DRE #02238736 Good Life Property Management, Inc. CalDRE #01929564 Price, terms, offerings, availability subject to change. All information deemed reliable, tenant to verify all. *Good Life Property Management, Inc. adheres to all Fair Housing Laws*
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 838 Elm Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Imperial Beach |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 91932 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Imperial Beach
3-bedroom apartments at 838 Elm Ave cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Imperial Beach.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Imperial Beach
Imperial Beach
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,905 |
| June 2024 | $3,862 |
| July 2024 | $3,692 |
| August 2024 | $3,900 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $3,909 |
| December 2024 | $3,962 |
| January 2025 | $3,901 |
| February 2025 | $3,831 |
| March 2025 | $3,825 |
| April 2025 | $4,012 |
| May 2025 | $4,031 |
| June 2025 | $4,075 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $4,052 |
| September 2025 | $4,083 |
| October 2025 | $3,753 |
| November 2025 | $3,933 |
| December 2025 | $4,021 |
| January 2026 | $4,098 |
| February 2026 | $4,104 |
| March 2026 | $4,029 |
| April 2026 | $4,316 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,905 |
| June 2024 | $3,862 |
| July 2024 | $3,692 |
| August 2024 | $3,900 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $3,909 |
| December 2024 | $3,962 |
| January 2025 | $3,901 |
| February 2025 | $3,831 |
| March 2025 | $3,825 |
| April 2025 | $4,012 |
| May 2025 | $4,031 |
| June 2025 | $4,075 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $4,052 |
| September 2025 | $4,083 |
| October 2025 | $3,753 |
| November 2025 | $3,933 |
| December 2025 | $4,021 |
| January 2026 | $4,098 |
| February 2026 | $4,104 |
| March 2026 | $4,029 |
| April 2026 | $4,316 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 838 Elm Ave
SBUSD Virtual Academy
525 third st
imperial beach, CA, 91932
K-6Public
C-
Davila Day
540 g st
chula vista, CA, 91910
K-8Public
Fahari L. Jeffers Elementary
1145 camino del prado
chula vista, CA, 91915
K-6Public
Saburo Muraoka Elementary School
1644 santa alexia ave
chula vista, CA, 91915
K-6Public
A-
Mountain View
3550 logan ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Imperial Beach | Imperial Beach, CA
Getting around Imperial Beach near 838 Elm Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 838 Elm Ave, Imperial Beach
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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