Limited-time Offer! Sign a new lease and save up to $2,100 OFF RENT. Plus, receive an additional week free when your lease starts by 6/28/2025!* Daily self-guided tours are available. *Additional 1 week free is applicable on select units, with a 12-month lease term and lease start date by 6/28/25. For leases starting on 6/29/25 through 7/12/25, offer includes potential maximum savings of $2,100 only. Other lease terms and dates may be available; pricing and offers may vary. New residents only, on approved credit. Savings may apply to month 2, months 2–3, or be spread over the lease term, based on offer. Base rent shown; excludes fees. Full fee details are on the community’s Leasing Info page on our Essex website. Deposits vary based on credit, rental history, and other factors. Restrictions apply.
Pricing and Floor Plans
Windward
$2,399 - $2,689
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 631 Sq. Ft.
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8 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
011016
$2,419
631 Sq. Ft.
Now
011023
$2,427
631 Sq. Ft.
Now
011076
$2,447
631 Sq. Ft.
Now
Cardenas
$2,469 - $2,567
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 783 Sq. Ft.
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Jul. 3
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
06654A
$2,469
783 Sq. Ft.
7/3/25
11015A
$2,489
783 Sq. Ft.
7/18/25
06628A
$2,567
783 Sq. Ft.
7/20/25
Marcay
$2,967 - $3,429
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,057 Sq. Ft.
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7 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
11057A
$3,369
1,057 Sq. Ft.
Now
011086
$3,389
1,057 Sq. Ft.
Now
11058A
$3,429
1,057 Sq. Ft.
6/27/25
Serrana
$2,947 - $3,037
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,018 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 28
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
006686
$2,947
1,018 Sq. Ft.
6/28/25
06668A
$2,997
1,018 Sq. Ft.
7/3/25
06554A
$3,027
1,018 Sq. Ft.
7/3/25
Veranda
$2,789 - $2,969
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 907 Sq. Ft.
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Jun. 27
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
006690
$2,919
907 Sq. Ft.
6/27/25
006680
$2,969
907 Sq. Ft.
7/10/25
006674
$2,909
907 Sq. Ft.
7/25/25
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Details
Lease Term Options
We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Property Information
Built in 1989
472 units / 2 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Move-In Fees
Administrative Fee
$0
Application Fee
$48
Cats Allowed
Monthly Pet Rent
$50
One Time Fee
$0
Pet Deposit
$500
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Dogs Allowed
Monthly Pet Rent
$75
One Time Fee
$0
Pet Deposit
$500
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Matterport 3D Tours
Property Highlights
Pet friendly
Gardens and walking paths
Parking
Storage Units
Barbecue area
Airbnb-friendly community
Resident lounge
Poolside cabanas
Night Patrol
Online resident portal
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Crown Molding
Dishwasher
Fireplace
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Ceilings
Microwave
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Refrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances
Vaulted Ceiling
Washer/Dryer
Community Features
Business Center
Clubhouse
Courtyard
Dog Park
Fitness Center
Maintenance on site
Pool
Spa
Walk-Up
Wi-Fi
Map of Montanosa
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Eat & Drink
Groceries
Coffee
Banks
Shopping
Fitness
Points of Interest
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Car-Dependent25 / 100
Transit Score ®
Minimal Transit11 / 100
Bike Score ®
Somewhat Bikeable40 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
20 min Drive
Moving to Tierrasanta, San Diego, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Montanosa Apartments proximity to Tierrasanta Gateway, Tierra Center, and Tierra Del Sol Shopping Center. Tierrasanta Gateway is 0.7 miles away, and Tierra Center is within a 20 minute walk.
Airports
Living in Tierrasanta provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 20 minutes from Montanosa Apartments.
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Surrounded by beautiful canyon views and easy access to nature trails, Montanosa apartments are your retreat in the coveted Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Each of our pet-friendly one- or... two-bedroom apartment homes features comforts like central air conditioning, an in-home washer and dryer, and a private, detached garage. Spacious floor plans with soaring ceilings and a fully equipped kitchen are found in every residence, while select residences boast extras like stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a cozy fireplace. Live each day to the fullest with easy access to our community amenities including three swimming pools and spas, two fitness centers, and our welcoming clubhouse. Enjoy additional perks like access to complimentary WiFi in many common areas, designated pet areas, and our resident lounge and game room. Living at Montanosa means having easy access to hiking trails adjacent to the property, as well as neighboring Mission Trails Regional Park. A short drive away, the beaches of the Pacific Ocean and nightlife of downtown San Diego and the Gaslamp Quarter offer you myriad of recreation opportunities. Our prime location in the heart of Tierrasanta–widely considered one of San Diego’s most desirable residential areas–means your apartment home boasts close proximity to downtown attractions while offering a gorgeous natural environment surrounded by trails and parks. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Surrounded by beautiful canyon views and easy access to nature trails, Montanosa apartments are your retreat in the coveted Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Each of our pet-friendly one- or two-bedroom apartment homes features comforts like central air conditioning, an in-home washer and dryer, and a private, detached garage. Spacious floor plans with soaring ceilings and a fully equipped kitchen are found in every residence, while select residences boast extras like stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a cozy fireplace. Live each day to the fullest with easy access to our community amenities including three swimming pools and spas, two fitness centers, and our welcoming clubhouse. Enjoy additional perks like access to complimentary WiFi in many common areas, designated pet areas, and our resident lounge and game room. Living at Montanosa means having easy access to hiking trails adjacent to the property, as well as neighboring Mission Trails Regional Park. A short drive away, the beaches of the Pacific Ocean and nightlife of downtown San Diego and the Gaslamp Quarter offer you myriad of recreation opportunities. Our prime location in the heart of Tierrasanta–widely considered one of San Diego’s most desirable residential areas–means your apartment home boasts close proximity to downtown attractions while offering a gorgeous natural environment surrounded by trails and parks. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
Montanosa Apartments is an apartment community
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Property Address: 11012 Camino Playa Carmel, San Diego, CA 92124
We had high hopes for Montanosa. The management, aside from the maintenance team, doesn't deliver on their promises and has no interest in being honest or courteous with the residents. They will nickel and dime you and charge you extra fees when you try to move out. They are out to get as much money from you as they can while you are there. They have no interest in respecting their current tenants because they have military families moving in and out all the time so that is their bread and... butter.
The units are older, with a couple new coats of paint to cover up the mold in the bathrooms that have little to zero exhaust fans sucking out the air. The appliances are a bit older, unless you pay extra for updated ones, and the exhaust fan in the kitchen is non existent.
Montanosa's management team doesn't deliver once you sign the lease. Be careful.
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10/7/20
Hidden Fee's Galore, and Poor Business Practices.
Retention is not their goal. Draining you of money on hidden fees is. DO NOT GET INTO A LEASE HERE. Not a rant from an angry tenant since I loved my time living there...
At one point in time I gave this business four stars. Then I saw the Essex businesses model in its true colors. Despite amazing staff navigating the property, the company itself is diabolical.
Hidden charges and extra fees galore!! Dealt with mold issues, rats, and roaches. Poor quality units. Everything is falling apart with... just a coat of paint covering it. They charge everyone who moves out for new carpeting. Regardless if it's needed or not. This is their standard practice. I also saw them charge tenants for broken a/c units that went out because they were from the 1980's.
I couldn't be happier to be out from their umbrella and would WARN ANYONE TO RETHINK SIGNING PAPERWORK WITH THEM!!
During the COVID-19 pandemic they used the moratorium as a gentle way to kick tenants out. Charging astronomical amounts to these individuals behind the scenes. Instead of working with tenants they used the moratorium to save themselves legal fees and move everyone out. Their fees came after "settling" deals with Essex's collection team.
Some tenants had to pay their lease break fees while some were allowed to waive it. Others had rental increases. There was no consistency, or formula to how they treated people. Only trying to figure out how they could get as much money as possible while vacating units then highly increase their price.
The staff was helpful and kind. The company is terrible, and will strong arm you into so many things you won't get the pleasure of discovering until you move out. Good luck.
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8/6/18
Rip Off
Only good thing about this place is the maintenance crew. Management is horrible and you would think for the amount that you pay for rent, that they would respond to issues you have with your apartment right away. Also they have a huge rodent problem. After coming home from vacation, a giant rat had made its way into our fireplace from a hole in the roof and died. You would think they would do something as soon as possible to take care of this issue but they didn’t. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON... THIS OVERATED PROPERTY!!!
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4/20/17
DO NOT LIVE ANYWHERE NEAR POOL
We work in the early AM and the pool and hot tub closes at 10 pm but often doesn't get locked so there are many LATE night hot tub parties on work nights. We call the security as we've been told to and it takes 45-60 minutes for them to show up to get the people out. So our warning is to not live anywhere near the pool when you are looking to move here if you want a restful sleep. And the security is a joke, don't bother calling them. Otherwise it's a cool place to live.
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8/21/15
It's ok
It's small for the price in the rent. Does have a garage which is nice.
