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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Townhome-style layout
- Private backyard space
- On-site laundry room
Location
7425 Waite Dr, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
La Mesa Gardens receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3, showcasing its appeal to renters. The property features a townhome-style layout with a private backyard space and on-site laundry, complemented by high ratings in price, amenities, and location, all at 9 out of 10. Additionally, it stands out for its pet-friendliness, with numerous nearby pet services, enhancing its attractiveness to prospective residents.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Unit | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 750 sqft | $2,195–$2,295 /mo | 2 units available | This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome offers comfort, convenience, and thoughtful amenities in a great La Mesa location. Enjoy the ease of assigned parking, an on-site laundry room, and your own small private backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Apartment Features: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms Townhome-style layout Private backyard space Assigned parking included On-site laundry room Rental Requirements: Minimum credit score: 650 per applicant Minimum income: 2.5x the rent per month Co-signers accepted for income only (not credit scores) Liability insurance coverage of $100,000 required for all residents Application fee: $55 per applicant Don’t miss the opportunity to call this beautiful La Mesa townhome your new home! CA DRE #01523691 |
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Amenities for La Mesa Gardens
Apartment Amenities
| Patio | Private Patio |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| Online Resident Portal |
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
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
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About La Mesa Gardens
This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath townhome offers comfort, convenience, and thoughtful amenities in a great La Mesa location. Enjoy the ease of assigned parking, an on-site laundry room, and your own small private backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Apartment Features: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms Townhome-style layout Private backyard space Assigned parking included On-site laundry room Rental Requirements: Minimum credit score: 650 per applicant Minimum income: 2.5x the rent per month Co-signers accepted for income only (not credit scores) Liability insurance coverage of $100,000 required for all residents Application fee: $55 per applicant Don’t miss the opportunity to call this beautiful La Mesa townhome your new home! CA DRE #01523691
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, La Mesa Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, La Mesa Gardens 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·9A 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.
La Mesa Gardens stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
La Mesa Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, La Mesa Gardens 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.
La Mesa Gardens 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 La Mesa Gardens 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.
La Mesa Gardens 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 La Mesa Gardens compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in La Mesa
2-bedroom apartments at La Mesa Gardens cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,693 |
| January 2026 | $1,668 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,693 |
| January 2026 | $1,668 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 7425 Waite Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$87,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Schools near La Mesa Gardens
Vista La Mesa Academy
3900 violet st
la mesa, CA, 91941
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Getting around La Mesa near 7425 Waite Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 7425 Waite Dr, La Mesa
Groceries
8/10
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
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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