8038 Lemon Ave #A, La Mesa, CA 91941
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 900 sqft

8038 Lemon Ave #A, La Mesa, CA 91941

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1979
900 sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8038 Lemon Ave #A.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

ENJOY HALF-OFF THE FIRST MONTH'S RENT!

2 bed 1 bath, private deck with view + 1 car garage!

Discover this beautifully updated home, ideally located just steps from the lively La Mesa Villagewhere you'll enjoy local shops, cafes, weekly farmers markets, and community events right at your doorstep.
Inside, the residence offers a bright, well-planned layout with modern upgrades throughout:
- A welcoming living area filled with natural light
- Comfortable bedrooms with generous closet space
- A sleek, contemporary bathroom
- Convenient in-unit laundry
Commuting is a breeze with quick access to major freeways, trolley stations, SDSU, and nearby parks.
Best of all, all utilities are included in the rent (except cable and internet)a rare find in today's market!
Don't miss the opportunity to make this charming, centrally located residence your next home. Schedule your tour today!

DEPOSIT: 1 month's rent
APPLIANCES: Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, washer and dryer
AIR CONDITIONING: No
UTILITIES INCLUDED: All included but cable and internet!
LEASE LENGTH: initial term 16 months (or 8 months if preferred)
PARKING: 1 space in Garage + 1 on Driveway
PET RESTRICTIONS: No pets allowed. If you are applying with an emotional support animal or service animal, please provide the corresponding documentation.
AVAILABLE: NOW!

Professionally managed by WeLease.

SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Please visit the We Lease website to schedule a showing
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HOW TO APPLY: Please visit the We Lease website to apply

RENTAL CRITERIA:
-Strong Credit Score required
-Collective household income 2.5 times the monthly rent
-No prior evictions.
-No balance owing past or present to: Utility company, or property manager.
-No excessive late payments to the previous landlord or on credit report.
-No recent criminal activity within the past 6 years.
-Security Deposit is required to be paid in full within 24 hours of receiving approval notification.
-You must be willing to start the lease within 14 days of the property being available.
- Co-signers & Guarantors must meet the same income requirements with no prior negative payment history and have a credit score over 700.

MUST SUBMIT DOCUMENTS WITH APPLICATION:
1. Each applicant must submit the online application and pay the $55 non-refundable application fee. Complete all fields in the application.
2. Copy of current government-issued ID.
3. Proof of verifiable income for each applicant. (NO screenshots accepted)
- If employed, copy of the last 2 paycheck stubs containing year-to-date info.
- If starting job, a copy of your employment agreement/offer letter
- If self-employed, copy of the prior two years' tax returns and business bank statement for the previous 3 months (each document must include all pages).
- If retired, proof of retirement income such as social security, disability, liquid assets, personal savings/bank account, or stocks. Copy of last 3 months of bank statements.
4. 2 years of rental history for each applicant. Must provide contact information, including phone number and email for the landlord.
5. Pets photos of all pets/animals. Property may require a pet rent or deposit. ESA/Service animals: must submit supporting documentation.

START LEASE & MOVE-IN PROCESS
Resident is responsible for $100 lease preparation and move-in, this fee must be paid before the resident's move-in date.

RESIDENT BENEFITS PROGRAM
The Resident Benefit Program is designed to provide convenience to our residents by providing several services and liability protections that satisfy the renter's insurance requirement, plus additional benefits. The tenant will be billed $45.00 monthly for the Resident Benefits program. Coverage and Benefits: All tenants are required by their lease to carry property damage liability coverage. This program satisfies the renter's insurance requirement. Residents receive the benefits of the coverage without additional applications, credit checks, or billing

*False information on an application is cause for immediate denial, and grounds for tenant termination if a lease has been executed.

*Federal & California Fair Housing Laws are observed by WeLease.

1 Car Garage
All But Cable And Internet
In Unit Washer And Dryer
Lots Of Storage
Oven
Stove
8038 Lemon Ave #A, La Mesa, CA 91941 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft apartment built in 1979. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $2,695 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 3, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,223/month.

Home Details for 8038 Lemon Ave #A

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DisposalRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage, On Site

Comparable Sales for 8038 Lemon Ave #A

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5350 Baltimore Dr #66, La Mesa, CA
0.95
Apartment
$425,000
07/24/26
1
1
688 sqft
3595 Grove St #253, Lemon Grove, CA
1.27
Apartment
$420,000
08/24/26
2
2
1,022 sqft
5377 Lake Murray Blvd, La Mesa, CA
1.48
-
-
-
2
3
1,008 sqft
6955 Alvarado Rd #30, San Diego, CA
1.72
-
-
-
2
2
876 sqft
9220 Kenwood Dr #L, Spring Valley, CA
1.89
-
-
-
1
1
1,050 sqft
1830 Helix St, Spring Valley, CA
2.87
Apartment
$621,400
07/29/26
1
1
800 sqft
5262 Rincon St #&-5264, San Diego, CA
2.33
Apartment
$1,850,000
09/15/25
4
2
1,200 sqft
4527-29 N 63rd St, San Diego, CA
2.19
Apartment
$2,400,000
11/07/25
10
9
3,959 sqft
5540 Lindo Paseo #15, San Diego, CA
3.03
Apartment
$455,000
12/10/25
2
2
704 sqft
5732 Michael St, San Diego, CA
3.09
Apartment
$695,000
06/18/26
1
1
700 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in La Mesa

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,223/mo
Average rent
$2.56K
$63MoM
Available listings
228
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What Locals Say about La Mesa

At least 451 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 29 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kambramcclish63
    "Excellent access to every major SD freeway in all directions from my home"
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  • Trulia User
    "I have spent a good part of my life in La Mesa, my grandparents settling here in 1957. I live in their house. I graduated from Helix in ‘81, my niece from Grossmont in 2 weeks. Other than getting a little crowded, La Mesa is a centrally located, youthful, and social community, great to raise a family."
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  • Marcus Bravo
    "Local farmers markets and Lake murray firework show on the 4th of July. Various other events in the community as well. "
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  • Bjqms5cvkj
    "Local farmers market on Friday. Oktoberfest, winter open house,classic car shows every summer in downtown la Mesa. Great Halloween in Rolando Blvd every year. "
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  • Zedrick.miller
    "All of the city parts that they have around the La Mesa area. Plus the lakes So you can do a lot of walking"
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  • Trulia User
    "Low noises, good neighbors, clean, close to everything, etc. is family oriented. Good places to go. "
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  • Jesscorral7195
    "The houses are all well kept and unique. You are by plenty of shopping and grocery stores. The downtown area is very nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "Several neighbors with same-aged kids so we have lots of get-togethers and play dates. Trick or treating is also good. "
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  • Meagan Rourke
    "Close to most freeways. Easy commute with little to no traffic in most areas. The area has side streets that can get you most places "
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  • Ramelep
    "Eucalyptus park is great and the views of the cross make for a great backdrop. There aren’t any events that stand out. Really it’s the quiet neighborhood and the views that make it grand."
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  • Sean Dudley
    "Not bad at all. Close to highways and easy access to downtown. I have never had an issue getting around since the 52 is typically the only highways that has any serious traffic during rush hour."
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  • Trulia User
    "They would love the friendly neighborhoods, easy access to parks and trails. And pet stores for food and accessories."
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a safe environment, good access to shopping, hospital, schools, freeway, it is quiet and people are friendly."
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  • Trulia User
    "the views, the people, the schools, the history, community events, unique homes, wildlife, unincorporated, no water usage limits, central to anything you could need. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Fairly easy due to most of my commute being against traffic. I use two highways and I live next to one of them."
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  • Trulia User
    "Its quiet, the neighbors are friendly, and all the local stores provide everything I need so I rarely venture out of my area."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a lot of grass and sidewalks. Also Lake aMurray is right around cv the corner. Most people’s pets are friendly. "
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  • Trulia User
    "not sure about event's i only live here for 6 months.but is a great neighborhood to live in, safe and beautiful."
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  • Trulia User
    "I can easily get to any part of San Diego in 20 minutes. There is no traffic going south from here. "
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  • Chad T.
    "Great location with an amazing downtown! We are able to walk to get brunch on the weekends and enjoy the small town feel. Oktoberfest is amazing and the restaurants are all great! "
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  • Kerri B.
    "lots of dog parents, dog friendly businesses. Most apartments accept small dogs. "
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  • Gabe
    "Lots of dog walkers everyday. All-day long. 7 days a week. It’s unrelenting. You better lice dogs if you plan on living here"
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  • Tia G.
    "This is a great community. Home prices are reasonable and everybody is friendly. The schools rank very high and downtown La Mesa has really good restaurants."
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  • Lyandra L.
    "It’s very calm and peaceful. Plus a lot of close place to go to nearby. I really like the feel of the neighborhoods and the look of the houses."
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  • Dopey3492
    "love the area. lived in la mesa for 7yrs. enjoy grossmont center and the farmers market. love lake murray. made my home here ."
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  • Moses M.
    "There isn’t a lot of traffic and neighborhoods are quiet. There isn’t a lot of traffic and neighborhoods are quiet. G"
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  • Yeahgor V.
    "A lot of good well designed green parks with full equipped kid’s play grounds. La Mesa we are the strong community!"
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  • Kristin
    "I’ve live in La Mesa for 6 years and I enjoy that it is beautiful here and near shops restaurants, Lake Murray and SDSU. The trolley is close by also. People are friendly and for the most part take care of their yard and are respectful. "
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  • MARINA M.
    "Only 1 dog park so not a lot of places to let your dog off leash. But many parks and places to walk dogs on leash."
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  • Jeffrey D. T.
    "Neighborhood has homeless people and thieves. Cars constantly get broken into here. People trying to take their dogs into every place and it is all too expensive."
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  • Megan.ennesser
    "I work in Ramona so jumping on the 67 in the morning from the 8 is a breeze. I used to work in Scripps Ranch and the comings was less fun on the 15, mostly because more people were traveling in that direction. "
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  • Christina C.
    "there are many different types of dogs in the area. there is also the occasional homeless harassment otherwise it's fine"
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  • Jeffrey D. T.
    "Frequently hearing police pull people over. Seen at least three times cars broken into, including mine. Homeless people out and about and people not so friendly."
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  • Christina C.
    "it's right next to most high way exits and entrances, multiple schools and two different trolley stations"
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  • Joanette S.
    "Neighbors are very friendly and supportive. Very quiet with little to no car traffic. Lovely place to live"
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  • Grace P.
    "I work in La Jolla and the commute is bad. It takes 25 minutes without traffic, but it ranges from 1 hr to 1 1/2 hours each way when I’m aiming to fit a 9-5 routine. I have to leave my house near Lake Murray at 6 am every day to avoid traffic, beware of this."
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  • Vidar V.
    "you often see people walking their dogs and they always let you pet them. Sidewalks are clean and you very rarely see mess."
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  • Roberto C.
    "Good neighborhood and little league. Easy freeway access as well. Would recommend to people with families."
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  • Clcambruzzi
    "Many dog friendly areas all around town. People are always walking their dogs all around the neighborhood."
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  • Idys O. G.
    "everything is closed and very quiet city. fell like your are peace and handle all the time. are very closed the school, hospital, market , train, bus freeways and are very nice weather here . "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 3, 2025
Source: SDMLS #250044270
ListingRemoved
$2,695
Nov 23, 2025
Source: SDMLS #250044270
Listed For Rent
$2,695
Nov 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,695
Oct 28, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,695
Price decreased by 6%
Sep 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,875

Frequently asked questions about 8038 Lemon Ave #A

  • Is La Mesa a buyer's or seller's market?
    La Mesa is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in La Mesa?
    The median sale price in La Mesa is $919K. That is up $5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about La Mesa?
    Residents describe La Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in La Mesa, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 8038 Lemon Ave #A?
    The closest schools to 8038 Lemon Ave #A in La Mesa, CA are La Mesa Arts Academy (Elementary/Middle, rated 9/10), La Mesa Dale Elementary School (rated 6/10), Mount Miguel High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 8038 Lemon Ave #A have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8038 Lemon Ave #A in La Mesa, CA has air conditioning.

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