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Highlights
- Closet space
- Dual-pane windows
- Vertical blinds throughout
Location
8283 Orchard Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Property Overview
Orchard 8 Apartments offers practical living features, including ample closet space, dual-pane windows, and vertical blinds throughout. Its combination of thoughtful details and functional comforts creates a well-rounded apartment experience.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| Orchard 8 Apartments - 8281 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 730 sqft | $2,100 /mo | Beautiful upstairs, end-unit apartment with views across La Mesa and to Mount Helix. Two-bedrooms, one-bathroom. New arctic white kitchen and appliances. New bathroom with hand shower. Vertical blinds throughout with dual-pane windows. Security screen door and plenty of closet space. Each bedroom has a 7x2 closet and there are two closets in the hallway. Don't miss this rare opportunity for an upstairs, end-unit with no neighbor below! |
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Amenities for Orchard 8 Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Hot Water | Trash Included |
| Utilities/Sewer |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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
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Security Deposit
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Building details
Property details
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About Orchard 8 Apartments
Beautiful upstairs, end-unit apartment with views across La Mesa and to Mount Helix. Two-bedrooms, one-bathroom. New arctic white kitchen and appliances. New bathroom with hand shower. Vertical blinds throughout with dual-pane windows. Security screen door and plenty of closet space. Each bedroom has a 7x2 closet and there are two closets in the hallway. Don't miss this rare opportunity for an upstairs, end-unit with no neighbor below!
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.
8.9
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Orchard 8 Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Orchard 8 Apartments 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.
Orchard 8 Apartments 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.
Orchard 8 Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Orchard 8 Apartments 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.
Orchard 8 Apartments 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Orchard 8 Apartments to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.
Orchard 8 Apartments 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 Orchard 8 Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in La Mesa
2-bedroom apartments at Orchard 8 Apartments cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
La Mesa
La Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,827 |
| 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 | $1,745 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,827 |
| 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 | $1,745 |
Affordability calculator
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Orchard 8 Apartments
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
Getting around La Mesa near 8283 Orchard Ave
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
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 8283 Orchard Ave, La Mesa
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-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
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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