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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Ceiling fans
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Sparkling pool
  • Modern residences
  • Energy-efficient stainless steel appliances
  • High-speed internet access

Location

144 W Calle Primera, San Ysidro, CA 92173, USA|San Ysidro
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Management

TruAmerica Multifamily LLC

Leasing office

(844) 326-4325 ext. 7644

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Mar at Chavez receives a strong overall rating of 8.6 from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing and high-quality amenities. With a top-tier price rating of 10 and an amenities rating of 9, this property provides excellent value for what it offers. Additionally, its location is advantageous, rated 9 out of 10 for convenience, while its transparency in details enhances trustworthiness, rated 8 out of 10. Notably, the property is pet-friendly, with nearby services catering to pet owners.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Mar at Chavez is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mar at Chavez 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
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Gleam2 bed1 bath716 sqft$2,304–$2,329 /mo3 units available
Dusk2 bed2 bath763 sqft$2,494–$2,610 /mo2 units available
Aurora3 bed2 bath850 sqft$2,644–$2,669 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Mar at Chavez

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryRemote Control

Grounds

Swimming Pool

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

2nd Floor Apartment
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.

$500

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

$50 M/pet rent is required for each pet with a max of 2 pets allowed per unit. Two pets are allowed per residence. Cats and dogs are welcome, but exotic animals are not permitted. All pets must be registered with the office and a pet addendum must be on file. Please contact the office if you have a service animal or an emotional support animal (ESA). All city ordinances also apply.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$50

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$50

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Building details

Property details

Units150
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About Mar at Chavez

HomeApartments in San DiegoSan Ysidro Mar at Chavez

Welcome to Mar at Chavez apartments in San Diego, CA! Discover exceptional living in our modern residences, featuring sleek quartz countertops, beautiful plank flooring, and energy-efficient stainless steel appliances. Our kitchens boast stylish shaker style cabinets, a convenient dishwasher, and for your comfort, ceiling fans and high-speed internet access are standard. Step outside and enjoy our fantastic community amenities designed for relaxation and convenience. Take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool on warm San Diego days, and make laundry a breeze with our accessible on-site laundry facilities. Our prime location offers easy access to nearby attractions. You're just moments from popular shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets and tranquil green spaces like Otay Valley Regional Park. Experience vibrant San Diego living at Mar at Chavez, your new home awaits!


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, Mar at Chavez is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Mar at Chavez 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 Mar at Chavez
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.
Mar at Chavez 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·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.
Mar at Chavez goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Mar at Chavez 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.
Mar at Chavez 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 Mar at Chavez 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.

Mar at Chavez is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Mar at Chavez compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in San Ysidro

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Mar at Chavez to be 2% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in San Ysidro.

3-bedroom apartments at Mar at Chavez cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in San Ysidro.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
San Ysidro
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,935
January 2024$1,900
February 2024$1,895
March 2024$1,888
April 2024$1,976
May 2024$1,930
June 2024$1,925
July 2024$1,975
August 2024$1,995
September 2024$1,992
October 2024$1,995
November 2024$1,995
December 2024$1,968
January 2025$1,972
February 2025$1,970
March 2025$1,956
April 2025$1,919
May 2025$1,906
June 2025$1,925
July 2025$1,958
August 2025$1,923
September 2025$1,897
October 2025$1,895
November 2025$1,884
A table of studio rental data trends in San Ysidro
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$1,645
June 2025$1,645
July 2025$1,645
August 2025$1,632
October 2025$1,595
November 2025$1,595

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Can I afford to live at 144 W Calle Primera?

Bedrooms

Rent-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

$95,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $95,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,399.
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Schools near Mar at Chavez

Willow Elementary School

226 willow rd

san ysidro, CA, 92173

K-6Public
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Neighborhood

San Ysidro | San Diego, CA

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

Getting around San Ysidro near 144 W Calle Primera

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 144 W Calle Primera, San Ysidro

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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