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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Granite counter tops
  • Luxury vinyl planking
  • No smoking

Location

225 E 1st St, National City, CA 91950, USA|National City
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Property Overview

225 E 1st St. earns a strong overall rating with excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, along with solid trustworthiness and strong value for money. Notable features include on-site laundry, granite counter tops, luxury vinyl planking, and a no smoking policy.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 225 E 1st St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 225 E 1st St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath550 sqftThis upgraded, 1st floor 1 bedroom apartment is located in National City. The apartment features granite counter tops in kitchen and luxury vinyl planking throughout. Bedroom also has luxury vinyl planking and a spacious closet. Laundry on-site. One year lease--Renter's insurance is required--No smoking--Sorry, no pets allowed CALL US TO SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON TOUR AT 619*535*8761 Tranquility Property Management requirements for application approval: 1) Minimum FICO Score: 650 or above. 2) Income: Must be 3 times the rent amount; legal and verifiable. Sorry, no co-signers or guarantors. 3) All occupants who will reside in the unit must physically tour the property prior to application being processed The following may be grounds for automatic denial of application: • Evictions (non-COVID related) • Non-discharged bankruptcies (within the last 24 months) • Foreclosures (within the last 12 months) • Failure to submit all relevant documents with application • Current delinquent accounts • Incomplete or lack of sufficient credit NOTE: Proof of renter’s liability insurance IS required as a condition of tenancy. Proof of proper coverage required PRIOR to move-in. WWW TRANQUILITYSANDIEGO COM Equal Housing Opportunity DRE License #02022468
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath640 sqftThis upgraded 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment is located in National City. This apartment features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and a remodeled kitchen with quartz counter tops, brand new cabinets and newer appliances. Both bedrooms have luxury vinyl planking and ceiling fans. Apartment comes with a private back patio and one assigned off street parking spot. Laundry on-site. One year lease--Renter's insurance is required--No smoking--Sorry, no pets allowed CALL US TO SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON TOUR AT 619*535*8761 Tranquility Property Management requirements for application approval: 1) Minimum FICO Score: 650 or above. 2) Income: Must be 3 times the rent amount; legal and verifiable. Sorry, no co-signers or guarantors. 3) All occupants who will reside in the unit must physically tour the property prior to application being processed The following may be grounds for automatic denial of application: • Evictions (non-COVID related) • Non-discharged bankruptcies (within the last 24 months) • Foreclosures (within the last 12 months) • Failure to submit all relevant documents with application • Current delinquent accounts • Incomplete or lack of sufficient credit NOTE: Proof of renter’s liability insurance IS required as a condition of tenancy. Proof of proper coverage required PRIOR to move-in. WWW TRANQUILITYSANDIEGO COM Equal Housing Opportunity DRE License #02022468

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Amenities for 225 E 1st St.

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanGranite Countertops
Luxury Vinyl Plank FloorsQuartz Countertops
Recessed LED LightingWood Laminate Flooring

Appliances

Electric StoveMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Coin Laundry OnsiteOnsite Laundry
Private Back Patio

Grounds

1 Assigned Parking SpaceAssigned Parking

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

Units8
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About 225 E 1st St.

HomeApartments in National CityNational City 225 E 1st St.

This upgraded, 1st floor 1 bedroom apartment is located in National City. The apartment features granite counter tops in kitchen and luxury vinyl planking throughout. Bedroom also has luxury vinyl planking and a spacious closet. Laundry on-site. One year lease--Renter's insurance is required--No smoking--Sorry, no pets allowed CALL US TO SCHEDULE AN IN-PERSON TOUR AT 619*535*8761 Tranquility Property Management requirements for application approval: 1) Minimum FICO Score: 650 or above. 2) Income: Must be 3 times the rent amount; legal and verifiable. Sorry, no co-signers or guarantors. 3) All occupants who will reside in the unit must physically tour the property prior to application being processed The following may be grounds for automatic denial of application: • Evictions (non-COVID related) • Non-discharged bankruptcies (within the last 24 months) • Foreclosures (within the last 12 months) • Failure to submit all relevant documents with application • Current delinquent accounts • Incomplete or lack of sufficient credit NOTE: Proof of renter’s liability insurance IS required as a condition of tenancy. Proof of proper coverage required PRIOR to move-in. WWW TRANQUILITYSANDIEGO COM Equal Housing Opportunity DRE License #02022468


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 Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 225 E 1st St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 225 E 1st St. 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 225 E 1st St.
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.
225 E 1st St. 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.
225 E 1st St. 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, 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.
225 E 1st St. 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 225 E 1st St. 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 225 E 1st St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in National City

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
National City
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A table of studio rental data trends in National City
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,827
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
A table of studio rental data trends in National City
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,827
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

Schools near 225 E 1st St.

Central Elementary School

933 e ave

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

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+
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Getting around National City near 225 E 1st 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

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

Points of interest for 225 E 1st St, National City

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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