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2525 Melrose St, National City, CA 91950, USA|National City
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Management

Southeast San Diego Propery Management

Leasing office

(844) 326-6875 ext. 5553

Property Overview

2525 Melrose Street earns strong marks overall, with an 8/10 expert rating, standout scores for price and location, and a solid amenities rating. It also offers strong value per square foot and is positioned for convenience, while the property description is presented with a good level of detail and trustworthiness.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 2525 Melrose Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2525 Melrose Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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2525 Melrose Street - 13 bed2 bath1,053 sqft$3,900 /mo

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About 2525 Melrose Street

HomeApartments in National CityNational City 2525 Melrose Street

2525 Melrose Street cost $3,900 per month. Located at 2525 Melrose St, National City, CA 91950, USA, 2525 Melrose Street has 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in National City, renting an apartment at 2525 Melrose Street is 27% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around National City include but are not limited to: 5711 Water St, 1451 Brabham St, 800 E Lexington Ave


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, 2525 Melrose Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2525 Melrose Street 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 2525 Melrose Street
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.
2525 Melrose Street 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, 2525 Melrose Street 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.
2525 Melrose Street 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 2525 Melrose Street 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.
2525 Melrose Street 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.

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 2525 Melrose Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 228 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in National City

3-bedroom apartments at 2525 Melrose Street cost about 27% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in National City.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in National City
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,671
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,699
May 2026$1,667
June 2026$1,656
July 2026$1,668
August 2026$1,670
A table of studio rental data trends in National City
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,671
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,699
May 2026$1,667
June 2026$1,656
July 2026$1,668

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$156,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $156,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,900.
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Schools near 2525 Melrose Street

El Toyon Elementary School

2000 e division st

national city, CA, 91950

K-6Public
C

Rancho de la Nacion

1830 e division st

national city, CA, 91950

K-6Public
C

Ira Harbison

3235 eeighth st

national city, CA, 91950

K-6Public
C

Palmer Way

2900 palmer st

national city, CA, 91950

K-6Public
C+

Las Palmas

1900 e 18th st

national city, CA, 91950

K-6Public
C
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Getting around National City near 2525 Melrose St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2525 Melrose 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

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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