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Highlights
- Beautiful hardwood floors
- Quick freeway access
Location
311 E 5th St, National City, CA 91950, USA|National City
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Property Overview
5TH31117 presents a compelling rental opportunity, highlighted by beautiful hardwood floors and quick freeway access. With an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, this property excels in value, amenities, and location, receiving high marks that reflect its competitive pricing and superior offerings. Additionally, it ranks in the 72nd percentile for value compared to local listings, underscoring its strong position in the market.
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
Less expensive- Outdoor space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 750 sqft | $2,300 /mo | 1 unit available | MOVE IN SPECIAL: Receive $1000 off your security deposit with a signed lease. Welcome to this charming upstairs 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the heart of National City, CA! This inviting home features beautiful hardwood floors and fresh neutral paint throughout, creating a warm and welcoming living space. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator and oven/range, making daily cooking simple and convenient. Step outside to the lovely front courtyard—an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the sunny California weather. The location couldn’t be better, offering quick freeway access for easy commuting, nearby mass transit options, and close proximity to local schools. Sorry, no pets are allowed. Service animals are welcomed with proper documentation. Comfort, convenience, and great location all in one place—schedule your tour today! 1 year lease required. Each applicant must have a minimum FICO credit score of 625 with no evictions and no collection accounts and combined gross monthly income of $5,750 (after credit obligations) to qualify. Housing assistance vouchers are accepted. Income and credit requirements will be adjusted according to California law. |
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Amenities for 5TH31117
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Neutral Paint |
Appliances
| Kitchen Appliance Included | Oven |
| Oven/Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Controlled Access |
Grounds
| Front Courtyard | Gated Entry |
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Schools |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 5TH31117
MOVE IN SPECIAL: Receive $1000 off your security deposit with a signed lease. Welcome to this charming upstairs 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the heart of National City, CA! This inviting home features beautiful hardwood floors and fresh neutral paint throughout, creating a warm and welcoming living space. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator and oven/range, making daily cooking simple and convenient. Step outside to the lovely front courtyard—an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the sunny California weather. The location couldn’t be better, offering quick freeway access for easy commuting, nearby mass transit options, and close proximity to local schools. Sorry, no pets are allowed. Service animals are welcomed with proper documentation. Comfort, convenience, and great location all in one place—schedule your tour today! 1 year lease required. Each applicant must have a minimum FICO credit score of 625 with no evictions and no collection accounts and combined gross monthly income of $5,750 (after credit obligations) to qualify. Housing assistance vouchers are accepted. Income and credit requirements will be adjusted according to California law.
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, 5TH31117 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5TH31117 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.
5TH31117 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.
5TH31117 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5TH31117 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.
5TH31117 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 5TH31117 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 5TH31117 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in National City
2-bedroom apartments at 5TH31117 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in National City.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
National City
National City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,797 |
| April 2024 | $1,868 |
| May 2024 | $2,011 |
| June 2024 | $2,028 |
| July 2024 | $1,996 |
| August 2024 | $1,847 |
| September 2024 | $1,840 |
| October 2024 | $1,742 |
| November 2024 | $1,792 |
| December 2024 | $1,918 |
| January 2025 | $1,802 |
| February 2025 | $1,747 |
| March 2025 | $1,810 |
| April 2025 | $1,871 |
| May 2025 | $1,754 |
| June 2025 | $1,728 |
| July 2025 | $1,709 |
| August 2025 | $1,712 |
| September 2025 | $1,734 |
| October 2025 | $1,753 |
| November 2025 | $1,682 |
| December 2025 | $1,677 |
| January 2026 | $1,666 |
| February 2026 | $1,666 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,797 |
| April 2024 | $1,868 |
| May 2024 | $2,011 |
| June 2024 | $2,028 |
| July 2024 | $1,996 |
| August 2024 | $1,847 |
| September 2024 | $1,840 |
| October 2024 | $1,742 |
| November 2024 | $1,792 |
| December 2024 | $1,918 |
| January 2025 | $1,802 |
| February 2025 | $1,747 |
| March 2025 | $1,810 |
| April 2025 | $1,871 |
| May 2025 | $1,754 |
| June 2025 | $1,728 |
| July 2025 | $1,709 |
| August 2025 | $1,712 |
| September 2025 | $1,734 |
| October 2025 | $1,753 |
| November 2025 | $1,682 |
| December 2025 | $1,677 |
| January 2026 | $1,666 |
| February 2026 | $1,666 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 311 E 5th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$92,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 5TH31117
Central Elementary School
933 e ave
national city, CA, 91950
K-6Public
C
John A. Otis Elementary School
621 e 18th st
national city, CA, 91950
K-6Public
C+
Kimball
302 w 18th st
national city, CA, 91950
K-6Public
C+
Rancho de la Nacion
1830 e division st
national city, CA, 91950
K-6Public
C
El Toyon Elementary School
2000 e division st
national city, CA, 91950
K-6Public
C
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Neighborhood
National City | National City, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around National City near 311 E 5th St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 311 E 5th St, National City
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
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
6/10
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
Explore the area around 311 E 5th St
Big Ben Market
108 E 8th St
Manolo Farmers Market
303 Highland Ave
Mother's Nutritional Center
924 Highland Ave
Walmart Supercenter
1200 Highland Ave
Wilson's Market & Liquor
916 E 8th St
Divas Fashion 2
408 National City Blvd
Epic Haircut
205 Highland Ave
Walmart Supercenter
1200 Highland Ave
Finas Couture & Draperies
1718 E 8th St
Xpression 2
1023 Highland Ave
Mujer Divina
310 E 8th St
Cafe Alessie
41 E 8th St
Sunny Donuts
724 Highland Ave
Plaza Donuts
1548 Highland Ave
Starbucks
1325 E Plaza Blvd
Napoleone's Pizza House
619 National City Blvd
Club 13
640 Civic Center Dr
Aja Lounge
2305 Highland Ave
Stoney's
108 W 25th St
Over the Tap
2424 Hoover Ave
California Baking Co Outlet
450 E 8th St
La Espiga De Oro Mexican Bakery
320 Highland Ave
Walmart Bakery
1200 Highland Ave
85C Bakery Cafe
1302 E Plaza Blvd
Red Ribbon Bakeshop Inc
1453 E Plaza Blvd
Kimball Park
Park
41st Street Mini-Park
Casa de Salud
Stein Family Farm
Naturale Deli
310 E 8th St
Zarlitos Family Restaurant
505 E 8th St
8th Street Deli
450 E 8th St
Villa Manila Restaurant
500 E 8th St
Oriental Cafe
39 E 7th St
D Av & E 4th St
24th St Transit Center - Division & Ava
D Av & E 4th St
24th St Transit Center - Division & Ava
D Av & E 7th St
24th St Transit Center - Division & Ava
D Av & E 8th St
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