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203 Laurel Ave, National City, CA 91950, USA|National City
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Property Overview
Mar at Laurel receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing and value. The property excels with a notable amenities rating of 9 and a location rating of 9, providing residents with an impressive standard of living and convenient access to essential services. Additionally, it showcases transparency in its listings, achieving a trustworthiness rating of 7, while also being pet-friendly, with nearby outdoor spaces and pet services.
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
Less expensive- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Tide | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,922–$1,967 /mo | 4 units available | ||
| Wave | 1 bed | 1 bath | 550 sqft | $1,928 /mo | 3 units available | ||
| Swell | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $2,088–$2,363 /mo | 3 units available |
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Amenities for Mar at Laurel
Apartment Amenities
| Modern Cabinetry | Quartz Countertops |
| View | Vinyl Plank Flooring |
Appliances
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Key Pad | Onsite Laundry |
| Remote Control | Smart Card |
Grounds
| BBQ Area | Outdoor Space |
| Playground | Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Maintenance | On-Site Management |
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
Deposit
One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit
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Base Rent
Monthly rent payment
$1,922–$2,363
OPTIONAL FEES
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit2
Small Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit2
Cat
Pet Rent
Monthly. 2 cats max. Total Pets - Max 2 Allowed | Restrictions: None
$50
Small Dog
Pet Rent
Monthly. 2 small dogs max. Total Pets - Max 2 Allowed | Restrictions: Breed restrictions apply
$50
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 106 |
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About Mar at Laurel
Mar at Laurel cost $1,922–$2,363 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site management and swimming pool. Located at 203 Laurel Ave, National City, CA 91950, USA, Mar at Laurel has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in National City, renting an apartment at Mar at Laurel is 9% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around National City include but are not limited to: 1202 Kettner Blvd, 615 Sea Vale St, 201 Del Sol Dr, 3394 Daley Center Dr
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Mar at Laurel is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mar at Laurel 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.
Mar at Laurel 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.
Mar at Laurel goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bbq area. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mar at Laurel 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.
Mar at Laurel 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 Mar at Laurel 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.
Mar at Laurel 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.
Mar at Laurel 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 Mar at Laurel compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- 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 middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in National City
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% higher than 1-bedrooms in National City.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mar at Laurel to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in National City.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
National City
National City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,805 |
| December 2023 | $1,915 |
| January 2024 | $1,970 |
| February 2024 | $1,907 |
| March 2024 | $1,796 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,805 |
| December 2023 | $1,915 |
| January 2024 | $1,970 |
| February 2024 | $1,907 |
| March 2024 | $1,796 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 203 Laurel Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$77,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $77,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,925.
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Schools near Mar at Laurel
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
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+
Palmer Way
2900 palmer 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 203 Laurel Ave
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
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 203 Laurel Ave, National City
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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