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8603-8633 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941

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The Highlands

8603-8633 Lemon Ave
La Mesa, CA 91941
(858) 264-0295
The Highlands in La Mesa, CA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,150-$2,895 Pricing
  • 750–850 Square Feet

About The Highlands

The Highlands Communities- Include The Highlands, Sierra Vista, Snodgrass Terrace and Snodgrass Cottages. Located with walking distance to all the shops, nightlife and weekly farmers market in Downtown La Mesa.

The Highlands is located in the La Mesa Neighborhood and 91941 Zip code of La Mesa, CA. This community is professionally managed by FairGrove Property Management

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Highlands offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,295 and having 750–850 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • 1 Bedroom

    Snodgrass Cottages

    From $2,295

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 750 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,295Available Now8691-07750$2,295

    Unit 8691-07 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 8691-07 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,295
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $2,295 deposit

    Unit Description

    Come check out this amazingly renovated unit. With ALL the amenities you could ever dream of and an amazing view! Located with walking distance to all the shops, nightlife and weekly farmers market in Downtown La Mesa. APARTMENT FEATURES Kitchen with plentiful cabinets and quartz countertops All stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and stove Large bathroom with lots of storage Units has lots of light and a mountain view from every room

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,150 - $2,295
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2BR/2.0BA

    From $2,895

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,895Available Now8711850$2,295

    Unit 8711 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer Hookup

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops

    Living Space

    • Vinyl Flooring

    Unit 8711 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,895
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $2,295 deposit

    Unit Description

    Quaint 2 bed 2 bath duplex near the historical Village of downtown La Mesa. You get access to neighboring apartment community amenities such as pools, spas and clubhouses. COTTAGE FEATURES: -Private entrance with a large brick patio -Hardwood flooring -Garage -Spacious kitchen -Refrigerator and stove -Private master bath -Central Air and Heat -Washer/Dryer hookups -Access to two pools, two spas and two recreational rooms (one with a pool table)

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,500 - $2,895
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.

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Property Information

  • 64 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1975

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$62.00

Pet Policy and Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Dogs
  • 1 Pet Limit
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

No aggressive breedsMust be approved through 3rd party screening

Storage
Storage - Mediumiadditional storage available onsite for additional rent

    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.

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Trash & Water Included

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Clubhouse

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Gated

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Playground
    • Pool

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Oven

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Dining Room
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
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    8603-8633 Lemon Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941

    Getting Around

    • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 40 / 100 Some public transit

      Transit is available for most trips

    • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

      Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

      Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Cafes

      Variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Nightlife

      Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within a few minutes

    • 60 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 90 / 100 Noise Level

      Virtually no sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Highlands

    Where is The Highlands located?

    The Highlands is located at 8603-8633 Lemon Ave near the La Mesa area of La Mesa, CA

    What is the current rent range at The Highlands?

    1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Highlands currently range from $2,295 to $2,895

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Highlands are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.0

      The The Highlands Apartments are 11.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the La Mesa area.

      Rent Comparison to the La Mesa Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$2,150$2,387-$237-9.9%
      2 Bedroom$2,500$2,857-$357-12.5%

      Methodology: On 08/03/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1230 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Highlands (La Mesa) using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/03/2026

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    Nearby Schools

    Lemon Avenue Elementary School

    La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
    8787 Lemon Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (502 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
    6/10

    Grossmont High School

    Grossmont Union High School District
    1100 Murray Dr.
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2172 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
    7/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Highlands.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

    1875 El Prado
    18 minute drive / 8.46 miles away

    Timken Museum of Art

    1500 El Prado
    18 minute drive / 8.57 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Target

    5500 Grossmont Center Dr
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    Petco

    8501 Fletcher Pky
    2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

    Costco

    8125 Fletcher Pky
    2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Grossmont College

    8800 Grossmont College Drive
    6 minute drive / 3.22 miles away

    San Diego State University

    5500 Campanile Dr.
    7 minute drive / 3.56 miles away

    Cuyamaca College

    900 Rancho San Diego Parkway
    9 minute drive / 4.37 miles away

    Groceries

    Vons

    8011 University Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

    Albertsons

    8920 Fletcher Pky
    3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

    Food 4 Less

    7420 Broadway
    5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Drive Box 58
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

    Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System

    7050 Parkway Drive
    4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

    East Campus Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health

    6655 Alvarado Road
    5 minute drive / 2.75 miles away

    Military Bases

    San Diego Naval Medical Center

    18 minute drive / 8.4 miles away

    San Diego Naval Base

    19 minute drive / 9.06 miles away

    US Naval Amphibious Base

    24 minute drive / 11.46 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    San Diego Zoo

    2920 Zoo Dr.
    18 minute drive / 8.42 miles away

    The Highlands has 1 park within 8.4 miles, including San Diego Zoo.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

    770 Fourth Avenue
    20 minute drive / 9.62 miles away

    Red Pearl Kitchen

    440 J St., Suite 108
    20 minute drive / 9.7 miles away

    Waterfront Bar and Grill

    2044 Kettner Blvd.
    21 minute drive / 9.8 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    8710-8716 La Mesa Blvd

    8710 La Mesa Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.02 miles away

    Mart Square Shopping Center

    8675-8697 La Mesa Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.07 miles away

    La Mesa Village

    8745-8759 La Mesa Blvd
    1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away

    The Highlands has 5 shopping centers within 0.3 miles.

    Transit Stations

    La Mesa Boulevard-Orange Line

    8249 La Mesa Blvd
    2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

    Grossmont Transit Center-Orange Line

    5650 Grossmont Center Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

    Grossmont Transit Center-Green Line

    5650 Grossmont Center Dr
    2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

    Nearby Neighborhoods

    Mount Helix

    Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $1,395
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    Fletcher Hills

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    La Mesa Studio Apartments $2,005$1,395$2,784
    La Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,387$1,375$4,882
    La Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,857$1,323$9,050
    La Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,417$899$10,000+
    La Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,114$999$10,000+
    La Mesa 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,788$1,289$5,500
    2 Bedroom Homes$2,683$1,950$5,275
    3 Bedroom Homes$3,872$2,895$5,495
    4 Bedroom Homes$4,398$1,050$5,995
    5 Bedroom Homes$5,679$1,250$10,000+
    6 Bedroom Homes$5,435$1,000$7,950
    7 Bedroom Homes$5,200$5,200$5,200

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