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6440 El Cajon Blvd,
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$1,979 - $3,279 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 3 Beds
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The Cottages
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The Cottages
8701-8723 Lemon Ave,
La Mesa,
CA
91941
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About The Cottages
The Cottages in La Mesa, CA is ready for you to move in. The location of this community is in La Mesa at 8701-8723 Lemon Ave in the 91941 area. The leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has to offer. Schedule a time to view the available floorplans. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.
The Cottages is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 91941 ZIP Code. This area is served by the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District attendance zone.
8701-8723 Lemon Ave,
La Mesa,
CA
91941
Located just 9 miles east of downtown San Diego, La Mesa lives up to its nickname as the "Jewel of the Hills." This welcoming city offers diverse housing options, from contemporary apartment communities to historic single-family homes. The heart of the community beats in La Mesa Village, where residents gather for weekly Friday farmers' markets and the annual Oktoberfest celebration, which attracts around 200,000 visitors. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,061 monthly, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $2,493.
La Mesa combines its historic charm with modern appeal. Harry Griffen Park hosts the popular "Sundays at Six" summer concert series, offering residents a perfect spot for outdoor entertainment. Grossmont Center serves as the area's primary shopping destination and is currently being revitalized under new ownership.
Learn more about living in La Mesa
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| East County | La Mesa, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,970 | $1,654 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,212 | $2,030 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,099 | $2,486 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,813 | $2,995 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 5.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 10.0 mi |
The Cottages is within 13 minutes or 5.3 miles from San Diego State University. It is also near Grossmont College and Cuyamaca College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
129 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in La Mesa include La Mesa Boulevard, located 0.8 mile from The Cottages. The Cottages is near San Diego International, located 14.7 miles or 20 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 16 min | 12.3 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 12.5 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 19.4 mi |
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Drive: | 34 min | 26.4 mi |
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Drive: | 38 min | 30.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 20 min | 14.7 mi |
Walkability Near The Cottages
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
73
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Cottages.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
The Cottages has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Eucalyptus County Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Lamar County Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Sweetwater Lane County Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 5.3 mi |
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Lonny Brewer County Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.7 mi |
The Cottages has 5 parks within 5.7 miles, including Eucalyptus County Park, Mt. Helix Park, and Lamar County Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
The Cottages has 3 hospitals within 3.4 miles, the nearest is Grossmont Hospital which is 1.4 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 16 min | 12.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 18.2 mi |
The Cottages is 12.4 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including USMC Air Station Miramar.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
8701-8723 Lemon Ave
La Mesa, CA 91941