Peaceful 1BR casita w/ private yard, in-unit laundry & all utilities on Mt. Merritt (El Cajon)
Quiet, turnkey 1-bedroom casita in the Mt. Merritt neighborhood, outside the city of El Cajon (92020). This is a brand-new, fully furnished, stand-alone casita located behind the main home with its own private space, private entrance, and parking. Ideal for individuals looking for a quiet place, ...
Peaceful 1BR casita w/ private yard, in-unit laundry & all utilities on Mt. Merritt (El Cajon)
Quiet, turnkey 1-bedroom casita in the Mt. Merritt neighborhood, outside the city of El Cajon (92020). This is a brand-new, fully furnished, stand-alone casita located behind the main home with its own private space, private entrance, and parking. Ideal for individuals looking for a quiet place, professionals, grad students, or long-term travel/remote workers who want a peaceful place to come home to with easy access to freeways, hospitals, colleges, and downtown San Diego.
RENT & DEPOSIT
2,500 per month, fully furnished, all utilities included. 2,000 security deposit
BASIC DETAILS
1 bedroom / 1 bath
Approx. 530 sq ft
Brand-new construction, fully insulated
Located behind the main home. It is a quiet, private setting
with a separate private entrance and dedicated parking.
INTERIOR FEATURES
Separate bedroom with a comfortable queen-size bed, separate
living area with a wall-mounted smart TV. Full kitchen with:
Full-size stove/oven
Full-size refrigerator
Small dishwasher
10 ft vaulted ceilings with excellent natural light, feels open and airy
In-unit washer & dryer (no shared laundry)
Two mini-split systems provide A/C and heat for efficient, quiet climate control as well as a ceiling fan in the bedroom and living room.
*For traveling professionals and nurses requesting a shorter lease term period, necessities such as plates, silverware, cookware, a coffee maker, and kitchen essentials can be provided. Fully furnished: bed, seating, table, and kitchen basics. Bring your suitcase and move in.
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Private outdoor area dedicated to this Casita, great for relaxing outside
Unit is set back from the street for added privacy and quiet
UTILITIES INCLUDED
(All included in the rent based on normal single-occupant residential use.)
Electricity
Water
Trash
High-speed internet
Landscaping service
LOCATION & APPROX. DRIVE TIMES
Quiet Mt. Merritt residential area in El Cajon with easy freeway access (8, 125, 52). Typical drive times, traffic permitting:
Sharp Grossmont Hospital (La Mesa): ~10 -12 minutes
UCSD East Campus / Alvarado area hospitals & clinics: ~15 minutes
Kaiser Zion Medical Center (Grantville): ~15 minutes
Sharp Memorial / Kaiser San Diego (Kearny Mesa area): ~20 minutes
UCSD Hillcrest / Rady Children's / Scripps Mercy: ~20 minutes
Grossmont College: ~10 minutes
Cuyamaca College: ~15 minutes
SDSU main campus & Snapdragon Stadium: ~15 - 20 minutes
El Cajon Transit Center (trolley & bus hub): ~10 -12 minutes
Downtown San Diego / Petco Park: ~20 -25 minutes
Mission & Pacific Beach area: ~20-25 minutes
Groceries & big-box shopping (ALDI, Albertsons, Vons, Sprouts, Costco, Walmart, etc.): generally ~10 -20 minutes
LEASE TERMS
Seeking traveling professionals/nurses for short-term stays or long-term tenants, seeking a 12-month lease. Background check and references required
No smoking inside the unit or on property
PETS
May be considered on a case-by-case basis
An additional pet deposit and pet cleaning fee may be required if approved
Please include details about your pet (type, size, age, crate-trained, temperament) with your inquiry
RENT PAYMENT
Rent is paid directly to the owner each month (e.g., Zelle, check, or other mutually agreed method)
No third-party property management company and no outside payment app required
If you're looking for a quiet, clean, furnished 1BR with its own outdoor space, laundry, parking, and all utilities included in a convenient location with an easy drive to multiple hospitals, colleges, and downtown, this Mt. Merritt casita is a great fit.
