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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Stacked washer and dryer
- Personal outdoor space
- Front and back patio
Location
La Mesa #4959 Mills, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
Mills Colina earns a strong overall rating, with standout value, amenities, and location scores that suggest excellent balance and convenience. It also offers hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, and personal outdoor space with front and back patios, while value-for-money and value-per-square-foot metrics rank especially well.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Balcony
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,500 sqft | $2,575 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your next home at 4924 Colina Street in La Mesa, California! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers a comfortable layout, convenient amenities, and a welcoming setting that makes everyday living easy. Inside, you’ll find a cozy living space with room to relax, entertain, and make your own. The home also includes the convenience of private laundry and parking, helping simplify your daily routine. Features include: * 2 comfortable bedrooms * 1 full bathroom * Private laundry * Parking included * Convenient La Mesa location * Comfortable living space ideal for a small family or roommates Located in a desirable La Mesa neighborhood, this home is close to shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major roads. Enjoy a convenient location while still having a comfortable place to come home to. Homes like this don’t stay available for long—schedule a viewing today and see whether this charming La Mesa rental is the right fit for you!Qualifying Criteria: -$1500. deposit - 600 Minimum Credit Score - 2.5 Times Rent in Income - No History of Evictions or Bankruptcies $30 Application Fee (Apply Below) For other available rentals be sure to check out our website: http www scc1031 com available-rentals To view please call Laura 619-888-5554 DRE.01846358 |
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About Mills Colina
Welcome to your next home at 4924 Colina Street in La Mesa, California! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers a comfortable layout, convenient amenities, and a welcoming setting that makes everyday living easy. Inside, you’ll find a cozy living space with room to relax, entertain, and make your own. The home also includes the convenience of private laundry and parking, helping simplify your daily routine. Features include: * 2 comfortable bedrooms * 1 full bathroom * Private laundry * Parking included * Convenient La Mesa location * Comfortable living space ideal for a small family or roommates Located in a desirable La Mesa neighborhood, this home is close to shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major roads. Enjoy a convenient location while still having a comfortable place to come home to. Homes like this don’t stay available for long—schedule a viewing today and see whether this charming La Mesa rental is the right fit for you!Qualifying Criteria: -$1500. deposit - 600 Minimum Credit Score - 2.5 Times Rent in Income - No History of Evictions or Bankruptcies $30 Application Fee (Apply Below) For other available rentals be sure to check out our website: http www scc1031 com available-rentals To view please call Laura 619-888-5554 DRE.01846358
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Mills Colina is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mills Colina has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Mills Colina offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Mills Colina goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mills Colina receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Mills Colina 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 Mills Colina does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 Mills Colina compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 575 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.6 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in La Mesa
2-bedroom apartments at Mills Colina cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,672 |
| April 2026 | $1,672 |
| May 2026 | $1,727 |
| June 2026 | $1,847 |
| July 2026 | $1,816 |
| August 2026 | $1,773 |
| September 2026 | $1,784 |
| October 2026 | $1,800 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,672 |
| April 2026 | $1,672 |
| May 2026 | $1,727 |
| June 2026 | $1,847 |
| July 2026 | $1,816 |
| August 2026 | $1,773 |
| September 2026 | $1,784 |
| October 2026 | $1,800 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near Mills Colina
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
Avondale Elementary School
8401 stansbury st
spring valley, CA, 91977
K-6Public
B-
Empower
165 roanoke rd
el cajon, CA, 92020
K-8Public
B+
Lakeside Union Alternative Education
9308 winter gardens blvd
lakeside, CA, 92040
K-8Public
B
Getting around CA 91942 near La Mesa #4959 Mills
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
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for La Mesa #4959 Mills, CA 91942
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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