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8685 Mellmanor Dr #B, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
Located in the 79.41st percentile for value per square foot in the area, it stands out for its strong pricing position. The information available points to a property with a favorable value profile and notable local competitiveness.
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
More space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B, La Mesa
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Dryer |
| Vinyl Floors | Washer |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Courtyard | Gate |
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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About 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B
8685 Mellmanor Dr, Unit B – 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath La Mesa | Private Yard | In-Unit Laundry Please contact our leasing team to schedule a tour. Do not approach the property without a scheduled tour. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-unit property in the heart of La Mesa. Each unit offers a spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout with a smart two-level floor plan. Copy & Paste to view to full virtual tour: https my matterport com show ?m=hATsbxLLG95&mls=1 Features: -Main level: Living room, kitchen, laundry and half bathroom -Upstairs: Two spacious bedrooms and full bathroom -Outdoor space: Private fenced yard and deck with storage unit included -Parking: One off-street parking space per unit Conveniently located near major freeways, public transit, restaurants, and shops, with easy access to everything La Mesa and San Diego have to offer. Lease Terms: -12 month lease -Gas & Electricity: tenants will set up their own account with SDGE to pay for usage -Water, sewer & trash: tenants will be billed back by the landlord via RUBS (calculated based on bodies per household) -Wifi: tenants responsibility -Technology fee: $10/month per tenant -Pets allowed upon approval. Additional $300 pet deposit plus $75/month pet rent (no dogs over 75 lbs) APPLICATION PROCESS: 1. All tenants (and co-signers, if applicable) must complete an application. 2. Once approved, a $1,000 initial holding deposit is due to reserve the unit and begin lease preparation. 3. The remainder of the security deposit must be submitted within 1 week or by the due date listed on the lease agreement. 4. Applicants must show a minimum monthly income of 2.5x the rent and a credit score of 650 or higher. Guarantors/co-signers are accepted. Follow Us: Stay updated with more listings by following us on Instagram: @skylightrealty.sd Listed by Skylight Realty DRE# 02222135
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 8685 Mellmanor Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | La Mesa |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 91942 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in La Mesa
2-bedroom apartments at 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,525 |
| October 2024 | $2,515 |
| November 2024 | $2,472 |
| December 2024 | $2,500 |
| January 2025 | $2,548 |
| February 2025 | $2,575 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,498 |
| May 2025 | $2,479 |
| June 2025 | $2,546 |
| July 2025 | $2,590 |
| August 2025 | $2,562 |
| September 2025 | $2,605 |
| October 2025 | $2,605 |
| November 2025 | $2,508 |
| December 2025 | $2,495 |
| January 2026 | $2,482 |
| February 2026 | $2,579 |
| March 2026 | $2,574 |
| April 2026 | $2,512 |
| May 2026 | $2,508 |
| June 2026 | $2,636 |
| July 2026 | $2,668 |
| August 2026 | $2,577 |
| September 2026 | $2,595 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,525 |
| October 2024 | $2,515 |
| November 2024 | $2,472 |
| December 2024 | $2,500 |
| January 2025 | $2,548 |
| February 2025 | $2,575 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,498 |
| May 2025 | $2,479 |
| June 2025 | $2,546 |
| July 2025 | $2,590 |
| August 2025 | $2,562 |
| September 2025 | $2,605 |
| October 2025 | $2,605 |
| November 2025 | $2,508 |
| December 2025 | $2,495 |
| January 2026 | $2,482 |
| February 2026 | $2,579 |
| March 2026 | $2,574 |
| April 2026 | $2,512 |
| May 2026 | $2,508 |
| June 2026 | $2,636 |
| July 2026 | $2,668 |
| August 2026 | $2,577 |
| September 2026 | $2,595 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$119,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $119,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,995.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $2,995 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $2,995 | 2 bed | 1.5 bath |
Schools near 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B
Murray Manor Elementary School
8305 el paso st
la mesa, CA, 91942
K-6Public
B+
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
7885 golden ave
lemon grove, CA, 91945
K-6Public
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
Avondale Elementary School
8401 stansbury st
spring valley, CA, 91977
K-6Public
B-
Lakeside Union Alternative Education
9308 winter gardens blvd
lakeside, CA, 92040
K-8Public
B
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Getting around La Mesa near 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B
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
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 8685 Mellmanor Dr #B, La Mesa
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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8685 Mellmanor Dr, La Mesa, CA
8685 Mellmanor Dr La Mesa, CA
Occupied
D
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
$2,995
Microwave • Ceiling Fan • Dishwasher • In-Unit Laundry • On-Site Laundry
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