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Monthly Rent
$1,995 - $2,550
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
495 - 1,053 sq ft
Highlights
- Yard
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Gated
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 3-11price $1,995square feet 690availibility Now
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Unit 3-05price $1,995square feet 690availibility Dec 8
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Unit 3-06price $2,250square feet 1,053availibility Now
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Unit 3-11price $1,995square feet 690availibility Now
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Unit 3-05price $1,995square feet 690availibility Dec 8
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Unit 3-06price $2,250square feet 1,053availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$40
- Due at Application
- Surface Lot
- Other
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
Lease Options
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12 - 13 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1963
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36 units/2 stories
About Villa Knolls Apartments
Villa Knolls is a beautifully landscaped apartment community in the city of La Mesa. You'll never grow tired of the serene California ambiance! Conveniently located at 5365 Marengo Avenue, this is the perfect place to call home in La Mesa. The contemporary & spacious interiors feature modern kitchens, two-bedroom suites with walk-in closets, spacious one-bedroom suites, and studio apartment homes with central heating and air amenities include a swimming pool, gated covered parking, onsite laundry facilities, and extra storage .
Villa Knolls Apartments is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 91942 ZIP Code. This area is served by the La Mesa-Spring Valley attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Plush Landscaping
- Three Laundry Rooms
- Spacious Walk-In Closets in Two-Bedroom Units
- Carpeting & Stylish Flooring
- Electric Ranges
- 6' x 8' Storage Units
- On-Site Management
- Central Heating & Air Conditioning
- Crystal Clear Swimming Pool
- Quick Access to Freeways
- Spacious Floor Plans
- Gated Covered Parking
- Garbage Disposal
- Red Line Trolley Within One Mile
- 8x8 Storage Unit With Every Apartment
- Spacious One and Two Bedroom Floor Plans
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Pool
- Gated
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Patio
- Yard
- Laundry Facilities
- Gated
- Pool
- Plush Landscaping
- Three Laundry Rooms
- Spacious Walk-In Closets in Two-Bedroom Units
- Carpeting & Stylish Flooring
- Electric Ranges
- 6' x 8' Storage Units
- On-Site Management
- Central Heating & Air Conditioning
- Crystal Clear Swimming Pool
- Quick Access to Freeways
- Spacious Floor Plans
- Gated Covered Parking
- Garbage Disposal
- Red Line Trolley Within One Mile
- 8x8 Storage Unit With Every Apartment
- Spacious One and Two Bedroom Floor Plans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Patio
- Yard
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 9.0 mi |
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Transportation options available in La Mesa include Grossmont Transit Center, located 1.0 mile from Villa Knolls Apartments. Villa Knolls Apartments is near San Diego International, located 12.2 miles or 19 minutes away.
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 16 min | 11.5 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 13.0 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 18.3 mi |
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Drive: | 33 min | 25.3 mi |
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Drive: | 37 min | 29.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 19 min | 12.2 mi |
Time and distance from Villa Knolls Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Eucalyptus County Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Lamar County Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
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Mt. Helix Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
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Chollas Lake Park
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Drive: | 14 min | 5.7 mi |
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Mission Trails Regional Park
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.7 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 17.1 mi |
Property Ratings at Villa Knolls Apartments
I have lived here for a while. These apartments were never advertised as modern. They are very old and were priced accordingly until recently. In the last few years the rent has went up drastically and the services being provided have went down drastically. There used to be a older gentleman who cleaned up the carport and laundry areas every day or two. He is gone. We used to have a sink in the laundry area. The faucets were capped off for some odd reason. Heaven forbid one of the two laundry machines goes down. It has been months before a replacement or repair happened in the past. One of the three buildings has still not been painted months after the preparation work was done. As the prices have gone up, the cleanliness and services provided have gone down and recently the cockroaches have become more visible down in the carport area. I wish I did not feel compelled to write this review but the deteriorating conditions and 10% raise in rent have forced me to warn others what you are getting in to. I doubt either the landlord or owner would be satisfied with the worsening conditions and rising rents if they lived here yet they obviously do not have a problem imposing them on others. As far as the noise, I do not know what the other reviewer is talking about. This place is easily the most loud place I have rented in over 20 years of renting. Between the frequent ambulances and fire trucks at the old folks home across the way, or the Harleys and cars with loud exhaust systems this place is certainly not quiet. I am lucky I am a relatively deep sleeper.
Villa Knolls Apartments Photos
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Villa Knolls Apartments
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Models
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1BR/1BA
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Floor Plan A
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Studio
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1BR/1BA
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Floor Plan B
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1 Bedroom
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While Villa Knolls Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Villa Knolls Apartments has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,995/mo. to $2,550/mo.
Villa Knolls Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
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 $1,995 for a one bedroom, you would need to earn about $72,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Villa Knolls Apartments is offering 1 Month Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,995.
While Villa Knolls Apartments does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can explore units through In-Person tours. Schedule a tour now.
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5365-5465 Marengo Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942
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