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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Professionally managed
  • Large living room
  • Two large bedrooms
  • Shared 2 car garage

Location

5036 Guava Avenue, La Mesa, California 91942, United States|La Mesa
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Management

SD Realty & Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(619) 697-0602

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,495 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom / 1 Bath La Mesa apartment located within a 4-plex, downstairs unit. Large Living Room with hardwood floors opens to kitchen with access to large back yard. Two large bedrooms with hardwood floors, Note: 2 car Garage is shared with neighbor 1/2 each. Professionally Managed by SD Realty & Management, Inc. 619-697-0602

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HomeApartments in La MesaLa Mesa GUAVA

2 Bedroom / 1 Bath La Mesa apartment located within a 4-plex, downstairs unit. Large Living Room with hardwood floors opens to kitchen with access to large back yard. Two large bedrooms with hardwood floors, Note: 2 car Garage is shared with neighbor 1/2 each. Professionally Managed by SD Realty & Management, Inc. 619-697-0602


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, GUAVA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, GUAVA 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 GUAVA
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.
GUAVA 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, GUAVA is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
GUAVA 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 GUAVA 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.
GUAVA 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.

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 GUAVA compares to other nearby properties.

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

2-bedroom apartments at GUAVA cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,795
January 2024$1,799
February 2024$1,800
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$1,677
A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,795
January 2024$1,799
February 2024$1,800
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$1,677

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$99,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,495.
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Schools near GUAVA

Rolando Elementary School

6925 tower st

la mesa, CA, 91941

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Getting around La Mesa near 5036 Guava Avenue

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5036 Guava Avenue, La Mesa

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
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

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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