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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private patio
- Spacious bedroom
- Inviting atmosphere
- Quick freeway access
Location
4240 Menlo Ave, San Diego, CA 92115, USA|Teralta East
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Property Overview
4240 Menlo Ave receives a strong overall rating of 8.8 from Zumper, highlighting its excellent amenities and competitive pricing. With a prime location offering easy access to schools, grocery stores, and recreational areas, it stands out in the market. The property fosters a vibrant community atmosphere and encourages a healthy lifestyle with its on-site amenities, making it a compelling option for renters seeking value and convenience.
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- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Pet owners
Floor plans
| San Diego, CA - Apartment - $1,770.00 Available September 2025 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 556 sqft | $1,770 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover comfort and convenience at 4240 Menlo Ave a cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit nestled in the heart of City Heights. This well-maintained home features a bright living area, functional kitchen, and a spacious bedroom with ample natural light. Step outside to your own private patio perfect for morning coffee, a small garden, or just relaxing in the fresh air. With a thoughtful layout and inviting atmosphere, this unit offers easy, low-maintenance living. Located close to local shops, restaurants, parks, and public transit, plus quick freeway access for commuting anywhere in San Diego. |
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Amenities for 4240 Menlo Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Fireplace | Heat Pump |
| View |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Carport | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
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
Dog policy
| Allowed | Â |
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Cat policy
| Allowed | Â |
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Cats and small dogs allowed. Contact for more information on pet policy.
Parking
| Assigned Parking | Contact for Price |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 1 |
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About 4240 Menlo Ave
Discover comfort and convenience at 4240 Menlo Ave a cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit nestled in the heart of City Heights. This well-maintained home features a bright living area, functional kitchen, and a spacious bedroom with ample natural light. Step outside to your own private patio perfect for morning coffee, a small garden, or just relaxing in the fresh air. With a thoughtful layout and inviting atmosphere, this unit offers easy, low-maintenance living. Located close to local shops, restaurants, parks, and public transit, plus quick freeway access for commuting anywhere in San Diego.
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, 4240 Menlo Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4240 Menlo Ave 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.
4240 Menlo Ave 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.
4240 Menlo Ave 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.
4240 Menlo Ave 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 4240 Menlo Ave 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.
4240 Menlo Ave 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.
4240 Menlo Ave 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 4240 Menlo Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Teralta East
1-bedroom apartments at 4240 Menlo Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Teralta East.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Teralta East
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $2,420 |
| November 2023 | $2,389 |
| December 2023 | $2,351 |
| January 2024 | $2,334 |
| February 2024 | $2,295 |
| March 2024 | $2,309 |
| April 2024 | $2,376 |
| May 2024 | $2,353 |
| June 2024 | $2,358 |
| July 2024 | $2,383 |
| August 2024 | $2,398 |
| September 2024 | $2,395 |
| October 2024 | $2,395 |
| November 2024 | $2,337 |
| December 2024 | $2,297 |
| January 2025 | $2,345 |
| February 2025 | $2,345 |
| March 2025 | $2,300 |
| April 2025 | $2,257 |
| May 2025 | $2,278 |
| June 2025 | $2,295 |
| July 2025 | $2,297 |
| August 2025 | $2,295 |
| September 2025 | $2,295 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,753 |
| November 2023 | $1,700 |
| December 2023 | $1,716 |
| January 2024 | $1,747 |
| February 2024 | $1,695 |
| March 2024 | $1,657 |
| April 2024 | $1,695 |
| May 2024 | $1,695 |
| June 2024 | $1,628 |
| August 2024 | $1,713 |
| September 2024 | $1,718 |
| October 2024 | $1,711 |
| November 2024 | $1,729 |
| December 2024 | $1,684 |
| January 2025 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,749 |
| March 2025 | $1,786 |
| April 2025 | $1,788 |
| May 2025 | $1,731 |
| June 2025 | $1,687 |
| July 2025 | $1,744 |
| August 2025 | $1,746 |
| September 2025 | $1,786 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 4240 Menlo Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$70,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,770.
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Schools near 4240 Menlo Ave
Euclid Elementary School
4166 euclid ave
san diego, CA, 92105
K-5Public
B-
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
Home & Hosp/Transition Support
4100 normal st annex 14
san diego, CA, 92103
K-12Public
Ihigh Virtual Academy
3939 conde st
san diego, CA, 92110
K-12Public
B+
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san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 4240 Menlo Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 4240 Menlo Ave, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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