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Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+

3281 College Pl, Lemon Grove, CA 91945

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,400

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    509 sq ft

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Terrace Gardens is a senior apartment community which provides housing to seniors 55 years and older independent living. One Bedroom One Bathroom apartments. We are located near shopping and public transportation. **Please call for a Tour Appointment to view and to receive an application. Tours are available by appointment only please.

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Highlights

  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site

Pricing & Floor Plans

One Bedroom One Bath
$1,400 1 Bed 1 Bath 509 Sq Ft $1,000 Deposit
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One Bedroom One Bath
$1,400 1 Bed 1 Bath 509 Sq Ft $1,000 Deposit
Available Soon
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $25
  • Dogs
    Comments
    Must be small enough to carry.
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  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Surface Lot
    Must have a league drivers license and registered under residents name.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1989
  • 150 units/4 stories

Specialty Housing Details

  • This property is intended and operated in accordance with the Housing for Older Persons provisions of the Fair Housing Act.

About Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+

Terrace Gardens is a senior apartment community which provides housing to seniors 55 years and older independent living. One Bedroom One Bathroom apartments. We are located near shopping and public transportation. **Please call for a Tour Appointment to view and to receive an application. Tours are available by appointment only please.

Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 91945 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Lemon Grove School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Senior Community 55+

Contact

Language: English
Open By Appointment Today
  • Monday - Friday, By Appointment
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Controlled Access

24 Hour Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Elevator
  • Multi Use Room
  • Courtyard
  • Pond

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
Location
3281 College Pl, Lemon Grove,
CA 91945
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City - Lemon Grove

Lemon Grove sits just nine miles east of Downtown San Diego, occupying a compact four-square-mile footprint in the heart of San Diego County. The city carries a distinctly suburban character — unhurried and rooted — while staying closely connected to the broader metro through Highway 94 and two San Diego Trolley stations within city limits. Its most recognizable landmark is a giant concrete lemon sculpture near Broadway and Lemon Grove Avenue, a nearly century-old installation that doubles as the city's unofficial mascot and reflects a genuine sense of local pride. The city's identity traces back to the early 20th century, when the area was blanketed in working citrus groves, and that agricultural heritage still shapes its grounded, small-town atmosphere.

The housing stock here leans toward smaller apartment communities, garden-style rentals, and modest multi-family buildings rather than high-rises or dense urban towers.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Elevator
  • Multi Use Room
  • Courtyard
  • Pond
  • Senior Community 55+
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Tub/Shower
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Deposit $500
Dog Deposit $200
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
619-639-8740
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
San Diego State University
Drive: 15 min 4.0 mi
San Diego City College
Drive: 10 min 7.3 mi
Cuyamaca College
Drive: 12 min 7.8 mi
Grossmont College
Drive: 12 min 7.9 mi
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ is within 15 minutes or 4.0 miles from San Diego State University. It is also near Grossmont College and San Diego City College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Vista La Mesa Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
518 Students
Nearby
Helix High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,554 Students
Nearby
College Center Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Shiloh Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
38 Students
Nearby
Brookshire International Academy
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,810 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Lemon Grove include Lemon Grove Depot, located 1.5 miles from Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+. Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ is near San Diego International, located 10.9 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Lemon Grove Depot
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Massachusetts Avenue
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
La Mesa Boulevard
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
70Th Street
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Spring Street
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
Drive: 13 min 8.5 mi
Old Town Transit Center
Drive: 15 min 11.5 mi
Sorrento Valley
Drive: 27 min 19.9 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 35 min 26.9 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 39 min 30.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
Drive: 16 min 10.9 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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68 / 100

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Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Gateway Plaza
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Lemon Grove/gateway Shopping Center
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
College Grove Automotive Center
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 7-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Chollas Lake Park
Drive: 9 min 2.7 mi
Lamar County Park
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
Eucalyptus County Park
Drive: 8 min 4.7 mi
Sweetwater Lane County Park
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
Mt. Helix Park
Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ has 5 parks within 6.4 miles, including Chollas Lake Park, Lamar County Park, and Eucalyptus County Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
Grossmont Hospital
Drive: 8 min 5.2 mi
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ has 3 hospitals within 5.2 miles, the nearest is Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System which is 3.3 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
San Diego Naval Air Station
Drive: 12 min 8.6 mi
US Naval Amphibious Base
Drive: 20 min 13.9 mi
Terrace Gardens Apartments - Seniors 55+ is 8.6 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Naval Amphibious Base.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does this property have in-unit laundry?

While this property does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at this property?

Select utilities are included in rent at this property, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at this property?

Parking is available at this property. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

This property has one-bedroom apartments renting for $1,400/mo.

Is this property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at this property?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,400 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $56,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does this property have move-in specials?

This property is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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