5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Community grill
- Community pool
Location
7475 El Cajon Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
The Flats offers strong overall value, with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, top scores for price and amenities, and a highly rated location and trustworthy listing details. It stands out for its community pool and grill, along with social, walkable surroundings, while the large photo set and nearby school add helpful context for renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “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
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Upstairs | 1 bed | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $1,895 /mo | 3 units available | Boasting a sought-after address near the city’s finest shops, restaurants, and natural attractions, The Flats is your gateway to the best of La Mesa living. Your unit has been fully upgraded and you'll never have to leave thanks to plenty of parking and our community pool! We also have a community grill conveniently located in the pool area! Here, you can enjoy hassle-free commutes thanks to our convenient access to nearby highways and public transportation stops. When you want to explore your surroundings, you’ll find that all your favorite destinations are just a short walk, drive, or bus ride away. The City of La Mesa boasts 15 beautiful smoke‐free parks that are open to the public from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. CA DRE #01523691 | |
| 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Downstairs | 1 bed | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $1,895 /mo | 1 unit available | Boasting a sought-after address near the city’s finest shops, restaurants, and natural attractions, The Flats is your gateway to the best of La Mesa living. Your unit has been fully upgraded and you'll never have to leave thanks to plenty of parking and our community pool! We also have a community grill conveniently located in the pool area! Here, you can enjoy hassle-free commutes thanks to our convenient access to nearby highways and public transportation stops. When you want to explore your surroundings, you’ll find that all your favorite destinations are just a short walk, drive, or bus ride away. The City of La Mesa boasts 15 beautiful smoke‐free parks that are open to the public from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. CA DRE #01523691 |
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Amenities for The Flats
Apartment Amenities
| Storage Spaces |
Appliances
| Electric Range | Microwave |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Wireless Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Community Laundry |
| Dogs OK | Fitness Center |
| Onsite Laundry | Solar |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Community Pool |
| Smoke Free Community | Storage |
Other
| Leasing Office | Online Resident Portal |
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
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 42 |
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About The Flats
Boasting a sought-after address near the city’s finest shops, restaurants, and natural attractions, The Flats is your gateway to the best of La Mesa living. Your unit has been fully upgraded and you'll never have to leave thanks to plenty of parking and our community pool! We also have a community grill conveniently located in the pool area! Here, you can enjoy hassle-free commutes thanks to our convenient access to nearby highways and public transportation stops. When you want to explore your surroundings, you’ll find that all your favorite destinations are just a short walk, drive, or bus ride away. The City of La Mesa boasts 15 beautiful smoke‐free parks that are open to the public from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. CA DRE #01523691
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Flats 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.
The Flats 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·10A 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.
The Flats stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Flats 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 The Flats 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.
The Flats is great 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 The Flats compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in La Mesa
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,648 |
| July 2024 | $1,666 |
| August 2024 | $1,777 |
| September 2024 | $1,813 |
| 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 | $1,846 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,648 |
| July 2024 | $1,666 |
| August 2024 | $1,777 |
| September 2024 | $1,813 |
| 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 | $1,846 |
Affordability calculator
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near The Flats
Rolando Elementary School
6925 tower st
la mesa, CA, 91941
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+
Nipaquay Elementary
7900 civita blvd
san diego, CA, 92108
K-5Public
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Getting around La Mesa near 7475 El Cajon Blvd
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
10/10
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 7475 El Cajon Blvd, La Mesa
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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