1637 Grove Rd

About This Home

Peaceful 1BR casita w/ private yard, in-unit laundry & all utilities on Mt. Merritt (El Cajon) Quiet, turnkey 1-bedroom casita in the Mt. Merritt neighborhood, outside the city of El Cajon (92020). This is a brand-new, fully furnished, stand-alone casita located behind the main home with its own private space, private entrance, and parking. Ideal for individuals looking for a quiet place, professionals, grad students, or long-term travel/remote workers who want a peaceful place to come home to with easy access to freeways, hospitals, colleges, and downtown San Diego. RENT & DEPOSIT 2,500 per month, fully furnished, all utilities included. 2,000 security deposit BASIC DETAILS 1 bedroom / 1 bath Approx. 530 sq ft Brand-new construction, fully insulated Located behind the main home. It is a quiet, private setting with a separate private entrance and dedicated parking. INTERIOR FEATURES Separate bedroom with a comfortable queen-size bed, separate living area with a wall-mounted smart TV. Full kitchen with: Full-size stove/oven Full-size refrigerator Small dishwasher 10 ft vaulted ceilings with excellent natural light, feels open and airy In-unit washer & dryer (no shared laundry) Two mini-split systems provide A/C and heat for efficient, quiet climate control as well as a ceiling fan in the bedroom and living room. *For traveling professionals and nurses requesting a shorter lease term period, necessities such as plates, silverware, cookware, a coffee maker, and kitchen essentials can be provided. Fully furnished: bed, seating, table, and kitchen basics. Bring your suitcase and move in. EXTERIOR FEATURES Private outdoor area dedicated to this Casita, great for relaxing outside Unit is set back from the street for added privacy and quiet UTILITIES INCLUDED (All included in the rent based on normal single-occupant residential use.) Electricity Water Trash High-speed internet Landscaping service LOCATION & APPROX. DRIVE TIMES Quiet Mt. Merritt residential area in El Cajon with easy freeway access (8, 125, 52). Typical drive times, traffic permitting: Sharp Grossmont Hospital (La Mesa): ~10 -12 minutes UCSD East Campus / Alvarado area hospitals & clinics: ~15 minutes Kaiser Zion Medical Center (Grantville): ~15 minutes Sharp Memorial / Kaiser San Diego (Kearny Mesa area): ~20 minutes UCSD Hillcrest / Rady Children's / Scripps Mercy: ~20 minutes Grossmont College: ~10 minutes Cuyamaca College: ~15 minutes SDSU main campus & Snapdragon Stadium: ~15 - 20 minutes El Cajon Transit Center (trolley & bus hub): ~10 -12 minutes Downtown San Diego / Petco Park: ~20 -25 minutes Mission & Pacific Beach area: ~20-25 minutes Groceries & big-box shopping (ALDI, Albertsons, Vons, Sprouts, Costco, Walmart, etc.): generally ~10 -20 minutes LEASE TERMS Seeking traveling professionals/nurses for short-term stays or long-term tenants, seeking a 12-month lease. Background check and references required No smoking inside the unit or on property PETS May be considered on a case-by-case basis An additional pet deposit and pet cleaning fee may be required if approved Please include details about your pet (type, size, age, crate-trained, temperament) with your inquiry RENT PAYMENT Rent is paid directly to the owner each month (e.g., Zelle, check, or other mutually agreed method) No third-party property management company and no outside payment app required If you're looking for a quiet, clean, furnished 1BR with its own outdoor space, laundry, parking, and all utilities included in a convenient location with an easy drive to multiple hospitals, colleges, and downtown, this Mt. Merritt casita is a great fit.