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Highlights

  • Private balcony
  • Washer and dryer
  • Wood plank flooring
  • Attached 2 car garage
  • Stainless steel appliances, gas stove
  • Dishwasher, microwave

Location

4880 Maple Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA|La Mesa
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Management

Lemon-Normal Gardens

Leasing office

(619) 460-7822

Property Overview

Montecito offers strong overall value, with high scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, making it a compelling choice for renters seeking quality and convenience. Residents can enjoy an elevated living experience with features like a private balcony, in‑unit washer and dryer, wood plank flooring, an attached 2‑car garage, and a full suite of stainless steel appliances including gas stove, dishwasher, and microwave. Its competitive value per square foot and proximity to a top-rated high school further enhance 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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Montecito is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montecito has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

2BR/2.5BA2 bed2.5 bath1,052 sqft$3,375 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful, new and cozy 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom townhome is ready for move in! Features include stainless steel appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, A/C and heating, washer and dryer, wood plank flooring, private balcony and attached 2 car garage. Located in the heart of La Mesa, close to SDSU, Grossmont College, Grossmont Center, Downtown La Mesa and the trolley station. Great central access to the 8 E & W, 125 and the 94. Be anywhere in San Diego in just minutes! For more information, please contact us at 619-460-7822 or visit www apts-inc com

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Amenities for Montecito

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAttached Garage
BalconyPrivate Balcony
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Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStackable Washer & Dryer
Stainless Steel AppliancesWasher and Dryer

Grounds

Garage Parking
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

Garage Parking

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Building details

Property details

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About Montecito

HomeApartments in La MesaLa Mesa Montecito

Beautiful, new and cozy 2 bedroom 2.5 bathroom townhome is ready for move in! Features include stainless steel appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, A/C and heating, washer and dryer, wood plank flooring, private balcony and attached 2 car garage. Located in the heart of La Mesa, close to SDSU, Grossmont College, Grossmont Center, Downtown La Mesa and the trolley station. Great central access to the 8 E & W, 125 and the 94. Be anywhere in San Diego in just minutes! For more information, please contact us at 619-460-7822 or visit www apts-inc com


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Montecito is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montecito has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Montecito
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.
Montecito 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·10A 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.
Montecito stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Montecito 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Montecito to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

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 Montecito compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 128 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in La Mesa

2-bedroom apartments at Montecito cost about 35% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in La Mesa.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672
A table of studio rental data trends in La Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,655
March 2026$1,672
April 2026$1,672

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$135,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $135,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,375.
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Schools near Montecito

Rolando Elementary School

6925 tower st

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+

Nipaquay Elementary

7900 civita blvd

san diego, CA, 92108

K-5Public
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Getting around La Mesa near 4880 Maple 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

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

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 4880 Maple Ave, La Mesa

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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