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Sundance Apartments

$2,350/mo

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 931 sq ft
  • 1 unit available
9662 Marilla Dr, Lakeside, CA, 92040

As of October 14, 2026, Sundance Apartments in Lakeside, CA has 1 apartment for rent at $2,350/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 1.1% since July 1, 2026, from $2,375 to $2,350.


Floor plans

Sundance Apartments has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a two-bedroom layout (931 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

2x2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 931 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,350/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
39$2,350931Dec 15

See all 16 units listed at Sundance Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Sundance Apartments, a two-bedroom starts at about $2,698 a month all-in: $2,350 rent and an estimated $348 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$2,698/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Sundance Apartments takes about $84,600 a year for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,698 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $131,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,698/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$131,800/yr

Income to qualify

$84,600/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Sundance Apartments has ranged from $2,313 to $2,375. The current average is $2,350, down $25 (1.1%) from $2,375 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (44 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Sundance Apartments, the security deposit is $1,100.

  • Rent

    $2,350/mo
  • Security deposit

    $1,100
  • Earliest move-in

    Dec 15

Amenities

Sundance Apartments has parking on site and a laundry room on site. It lists 19 amenities, including sparkling pool and dishwasher.

  • 24 Hours Maintenance On Call

  • Assigned Parking

  • Bbq Areas

  • Community Garden

  • Community Organizer Program

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Runs

  • Dog Wash Station

  • Electric Stove

  • Gas Bbq Grills

  • Gated Community

  • On Site Laundry Facilities

  • On-Site Laundry Rooms Coin/App Operator

  • On Site Management

  • Refrigerator

  • Sewer

  • Sparkling Pool

  • Trash

  • Water


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Grill area

Location

9662 Marilla Dr, Lakeside, CA, 92040


Resident reviews

Sundance Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and location (5.0) highest and building quality (4.0) lowest.

3.7 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.6
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.6
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality4.0
Location5.0
Overall86 reviews

Marilla Sundance offers spacious floor plans and pet-friendly amenities that appeal to many residents, with responsive maintenance and management earning consistent praise. However, experiences vary significantly: while recent reviews highlight attentive property management and quick repairs, older reviews document persistent issues including pest infestations, parking constraints, and inconsistent enforcement of community standards. Current management appears to have improved operations, though parking limitations and occasional neighbor disputes remain recurring concerns.

Management responsiveness and communication quality vary significantly across time periods. Recent reviews consistently praise current management for timely responses to maintenance requests (typically 24-72 hours), professional communication via text and email, and attentive tenant support. However, older reviews and some recent accounts describe unresponsive management, delayed maintenance, inconsistent office hours, and communication breakdowns. Staff professionalism and community engagement appear stronger in recent years, though parking limitations and occasional policy enforcement concerns persist.

Residents consistently praise the spacious floor plans, dog runs, and laundry facilities, with many noting responsive maintenance and attentive management during peak periods. However, reviews reveal recurring concerns about common-area upkeep, including pool and shared space maintenance, parking limitations, and inconsistent enforcement of property standards. Amenities like the gym and pool are described as small, and some residents report issues with pest control and outdoor area cleanliness.

Maintenance response is consistently fast, with most requests addressed same-day or within 1-2 days. The maintenance team is described as professional, respectful, and willing to go above and beyond to resolve issues properly. Management communication and follow-up are generally strong, though response quality has varied depending on staffing changes over the property's history.

The building shows significant maintenance and upkeep challenges, with residents reporting outdated finishes, poor paint quality, and inconsistent cleaning of common areas. Noise insulation is inadequate, with thin walls allowing sound transmission from neighbors and external areas. Pest management remains a recurring concern, and responsive maintenance has been inconsistent, with repair requests often taking weeks to address.

Residents consistently praise the property's convenient location near shopping centers and grocery stores, with easy highway access and a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere. The spacious floor plans and pet-friendly amenities, particularly the large dog runs, are frequently highlighted as major advantages. Parking availability is noted as limited and requires advance planning, though some residents report eventually securing additional spots through waiting lists.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Sundance Apartments is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Sundance Apartments was good on 145 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 63, moderate). Daily highs averaged 91°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 49°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

145 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 46

Temperature

91° / 49°

average August high / January low

: 83° high, 54° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: very low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January71°F49°F40 (good)24 of 31
February71°F50°F47 (good)15 of 28
March82°F57°F55 (moderate)7 of 31
April74°F54°F51 (moderate)14 of 30
May74°F57°F55 (moderate)12 of 31
June79°F59°F55 (moderate)5 of 30
July87°F64°F56 (moderate)3 of 31
August91°F68°F63 (moderate)3 of 31
September87°F66°F52 (moderate)7 of 30
October86°F60°F47 (good)20 of 31
November72°F53°F46 (good)18 of 30
December70°F50°F44 (good)17 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

Nearby schools

The closest school to Sundance Apartments is Marrilla Head Start, a private elementary school 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Lakeside Middle School, 0.2 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Marrilla Head Start

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Lakeside Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.2 mi

Riverview International Academy

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Hand In Hand Day Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Learning Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.8 mi

Lakeside Farms Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.0 mi

Blessed Day Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

A Child's Center of Wonder & Discovery

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Lemon Crest Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.1 mi

Miller's Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Contact & management

Sundance Apartments is managed by ShowMeTheRent.com. The leasing office's phone number is (619) 404-6473x7.


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