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  • 6981 Amherst St

    San Diego, CA 92115

    Apartment building
    2 beds

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    In-unit washer and dryerNew appliancesNew kitchenNew windowsNew bathroomPrivate fully fenced-in yardNew hvac
    Discover this ~750 sf newly renovated 2-bed 1-bath unit plus ~1,500 sf of private fully fenced-in yard! Recent upgrades include a new kitchen, all new appliances, an in-unit washer & dryer, a new bathroom with tile tub/shower, luxury vinyl flooring, doors, paint, new windows, new HVAC, and landscaping. Open the private gate to your secluded yard and enter the living room from the front door. The wrap-around L-shaped kitchen area has a breakfast nook and window for additional natural light. From the living room, a short hallway leads to both well-sized bedrooms with closets, a hall closet for additional storage, and a full-sized bathroom. Plenty of off-street parking in front of the property! DEPOSIT: 1 month's rent APPLIANCES: Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave, Washer & Dryer AIR CONDITIONING: Yes. UTILITIES INCLUDED: None. LEASE LENGTH: 16 months (or 8 months if preferred) PET RESTRICTIONS: Pets are allowed with $50/mo pet rent. 2 pets max. If you are applying with an emotional support animal or service animal, please provide the corresponding documentation. AVAILABLE: 11/29/2025 Professionally managed by WeLease. SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Please visit the We Lease website to schedule a showing 2 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 $45 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. Ac Unit Stove Washer And Dryer In Unit

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    Neighborhood: Rolando

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    Zip code 92115 centers on San Diego State University and the College Area, blending student energy with long-established neighborhoods like Rolando, El Cerrito, and Talmadge. Days are sunny and mild year-round, and the vibe is welcoming and community-driven, with block-style “catwalks” in Rolando for strolls. Dining runs the gamut along El Cajon Boulevard and at SDSU’s South Campus Plaza (Eureka!, Trujillo’s Taco Shop, and casual cafes), with coffee stops like The Living Room and Starbucks. Groceries and errands are easy with Vons on El Cajon Blvd, Trader Joe’s at South Campus Plaza, and the College Grove Center’s big-box staples. Fitness and fun orbit SDSU’s Viejas Arena and Open Air Theatre, the ARC gym, and green escapes at Chollas Lake Park; patios are pet friendly. Transit is simple via the SDSU Trolley station, and drivers have quick access to I-8 and Hwy-94. Zillow’s recent market trends show a median asking rent in the mid-$2,600s, with most listings roughly $2,000–$3,500.

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    What schools are assigned to 6981 Amherst St?

    The schools assigned to 6981 Amherst St include Clay Elementary School, Mann Middle School, and Crawford High School.

    What neighborhood is 6981 Amherst St in?

    6981 Amherst St is in the Rolando neighborhood in San Diego, CA.