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Pet Friendly
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7475 El Cajon Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
The Flats receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting its appeal in the competitive real estate market. Key pros include its pet-friendly environment, supported by five nearby grooming services, three pet hospitals, and ten pet supply stores. Notable features enhance the overall livability, making it an attractive option for potential 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- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 450 sqft | $1,895 /mo | 2 units available | Welcome to The Flats, a premier living destination in La Mesa, CA. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. The Flats is pet-friendly and comes with a dedicated parking space. The apartment complex boasts a range of top-notch amenities designed to enhance your living experience. Stay fit and active with our on-site gym, or relax and unwind in our community pool or Jacuzzi. The lounge area provides a perfect space for socializing and relaxation. For your convenience, we offer a laundry facility, high-speed community-wide Wi-Fi, and an online resident portal for easy communication and service requests. The keyless entry system ensures your security, while the available storage offers extra space for your belongings. Experience the best of La Mesa living at The Flats. |
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Amenities for The Flats
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 41 |
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About The Flats
Welcome to The Flats, a premier living destination in La Mesa, CA. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. The Flats is pet-friendly and comes with a dedicated parking space. The apartment complex boasts a range of top-notch amenities designed to enhance your living experience. Stay fit and active with our on-site gym, or relax and unwind in our community pool or Jacuzzi. The lounge area provides a perfect space for socializing and relaxation. For your convenience, we offer a laundry facility, high-speed community-wide Wi-Fi, and an online resident portal for easy communication and service requests. The keyless entry system ensures your security, while the available storage offers extra space for your belongings. Experience the best of La Mesa living at The Flats.
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
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- 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
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in La Mesa
1-bedroom apartments at The Flats cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,816 |
| April 2024 | $1,825 |
| May 2024 | $1,854 |
| June 2024 | $1,756 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,816 |
| April 2024 | $1,825 |
| May 2024 | $1,854 |
| June 2024 | $1,756 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 7475 El Cajon Blvd?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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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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