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Highlights

  • Non-smoking
  • Spacious closets
  • Vinyl plank flooring
  • Central air and heat
  • Laundry room on the premises
  • Two recreational rooms

Location

8691 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA|La Mesa
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Management

Fairgrove Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 466-1433

Property Overview

The Highlands offers strong overall value with a high expert rating, competitive pricing, and standout quality, location, and amenities scores. It also features non-smoking living, spacious closets, vinyl plank flooring, central air and heat, a laundry room on the premises, and two recreational rooms. Nearby public transportation, a top-rated elementary school, and solid value per square foot add to its appeal.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Highlands is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Highlands 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath830 sqft$2,295 /mo1 unit availableAmazing 1 bed 1 bath Renovated Unit. Call the Highlands at 619-466-1433. APARTMENT FEATURES: -Central air and heat for year round comfort -Spacious closets -Assigned parking -Private master bedroom and bath - Private patio off livingroom -Vinyl plank flooring throughout -Access to two pools, two spas and two recreational rooms (one with a pool table) -Laundry room on the premises LEASE TERMS: -$62 per adult to apply -Security deposit same as one month’s rent. -Non-smoking -Pets considered with additional deposit- pet must be screened and approved via 3rd party -Renters insurance required. For more information, call the Highlands at 619-466-1433. Managed by Fairgrove Property Management. www fairgrovepm com DRE#01125540

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HomeApartments in La MesaLa Mesa The Highlands

Amazing 1 bed 1 bath Renovated Unit. Call the Highlands at 619-466-1433. APARTMENT FEATURES: -Central air and heat for year round comfort -Spacious closets -Assigned parking -Private master bedroom and bath - Private patio off livingroom -Vinyl plank flooring throughout -Access to two pools, two spas and two recreational rooms (one with a pool table) -Laundry room on the premises LEASE TERMS: -$62 per adult to apply -Security deposit same as one month’s rent. -Non-smoking -Pets considered with additional deposit- pet must be screened and approved via 3rd party -Renters insurance required. For more information, call the Highlands at 619-466-1433. Managed by Fairgrove Property Management. www fairgrovepm com DRE#01125540


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Highlands is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Highlands 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 The Highlands
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.
The Highlands 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·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, The Highlands 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.
The Highlands 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·9A 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.
The Highlands has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
The Highlands 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 The Highlands compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 263 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

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 La Mesa

1-bedroom apartments at The Highlands cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672
May 2026$1,727
June 2026$1,847
July 2026$1,816
August 2026$1,773
September 2026$1,784
A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672
May 2026$1,727
June 2026$1,847
July 2026$1,816
August 2026$1,773
September 2026$1,784

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near The Highlands

Lemon Avenue Elementary School

8787 lemon ave

la mesa, CA, 91941

K-6Public
B+

Lemon Grove Academy Elementary

7885 golden ave

lemon grove, CA, 91945

K-6Public

Avondale Elementary School

8401 stansbury st

spring valley, CA, 91977

K-6Public
B-

Empower

165 roanoke rd

el cajon, CA, 92020

K-8Public
B+

Lakeside Union Alternative Education

9308 winter gardens blvd

lakeside, CA, 92040

K-8Public
B
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Neighborhood

La Mesa | La Mesa, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around La Mesa near 8691 Lemon Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 8691 Lemon Ave, La Mesa

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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