Mariposa

221 Smilax Rd, Vista, CA 92083

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Total Monthly Price
$2,019 - $2,804
12 Month Lease
Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
750 - 960 sq ft

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Pricing and Floor Plans

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One Bedroom - One Bath Patio

$2,019 - $2,154 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
750 Sq. Ft.
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One Bedroom - One Bath

$2,095 - $2,135 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
750 Sq. Ft.
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Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio

$2,445 - $2,544 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
960 Sq. Ft.
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15 Available Units
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
5208
$2,445
960
Now
5205
$2,494
960
Now
3213
$2,494
960
Now

Two Bedrooms - Two Bath

$2,665 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
960 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
5214
$2,665
960
Now
1140
$2,665
960
Now
5142
$2,665
960
Oct. 8

Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled

$2,804 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 2 Baths
960 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
3112
$2,804
960
Oct. 8
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1987
  • 264 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
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  • Utility - Water
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  • Utility - Sewer
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  • Trash Services - CA
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  • Utility Billing Administrative Fee
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One-Time Basics

  • Application Fee
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Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $38

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.

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Property Highlights

  • 24 Hour Fitness
  • Community BBQ Area
  • Community Picnic Areas
  • Community Playground
  • Courtesy Patrol
  • Dedicated Dining Area
  • Dual Master Bedrooms with walk in closet
  • Dual Primary Suites*
  • Extra Storage!!
  • Gated Community
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry Facilities (Card Reader)
  • Online Leasing
  • Online Payments! Pet Friendly
  • On-Site Management
  • Pet-Friendly *Restrictions Apply
  • Plush Carpeting
  • Private Balcony or Patio*
  • Proximity to Shops, Grocery Stores, Dining & Entertainment Destinations
  • Some Unit Have Hardwood-Style Floors

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Basketball Court
  • Cabana
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Grill
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site

Map of Mariposa

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Somewhat bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

19 min Drive

Commuter Rail

18 min Drive

Airport

San Diego International

50 min Drive

SAN

Moving to Vista, Vista, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Mariposa proximity to Rancho Santa Fe Plaza and Mission Center. Rancho Santa Fe Plaza is 1.4 miles away, and Mission Center is within a 24 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, Mariposa has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 12.5 miles. Transit options include Buena Creek and Palomar College.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Mariposa are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 1.9 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum.

Airports

Living in Vista provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 49 minutes from Mariposa.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

La Petite Academy

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

San Marcos Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

San Marcos High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

North Coastal Consortium Schools

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

Calvary Christian Academy

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Palomar College Drive: 6 min (2.4 mi)
USAHS Drive: 9 min (4.1 mi)
CSU San Marcos Drive: 10 min (5 mi)
MiraCosta College, Oceanside Drive: 13 min (8.2 mi)

About Mariposa

Welcome to Mariposa Apartments, where modern comfort meets vibrant living in the heart of Vista, California. Our community offers a captivating blend of spacious one- and two-bedroom apartment homes, thoughtfully designed amenities, and a prime… location that puts the best of San Diego County within easy reach. Immerse yourself in resort-style relaxation by the pool, discover the convenience of nearby shopping and dining, and experience the joy of a pet-friendly environment. With contemporary features and a dynamic neighborhood at your doorstep, Mariposa Apartments is more than a place to live - it's a lifestyle to embrace.

San Diego Sunrise Management Co. dba Sunrise Management | Lic. No. 00927850 | Broker: Joseph S. Greenblatt License number 01064415

Mariposa is an apartment community in Vista, CA

Contact

Property Address:
221 Smilax Rd,
Vista, CA 92083
Phone Number: (858) 779-0103
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mariposa

Renter Reviews

For Mariposa

3.6

10 Ratings & Reviews

  • 3/7/22

    Terrible Management

    Terrible management, got my car towed for being parked on the RIGHT parking spot. The property manager doesn’t care about her residents, she took all my car information and didn’t bother to check if the right car was parked in my spot.
    Secondly, they kicked my bf and I out without a notice to do water damage repairs.
    The property manager is HORRIBLE, She always had attitude, literally does not care and signs off to tow anyone. A real manager cares about their residents enough, otherwise why
    … take our car information if you’re just going to tow our car? Makes no sense.

    Review from Apartments.com

    10 People Found This Helpful

    Property Manager at Mariposa responded to this review

    We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share these details about your experience with us, although your comments are certainly concerning to us. As a company, our residents are our top priority and we strive to create positive living… experiences, so we hope you accept our sincere apologies for falling short of this goal. We assure you that we take your feedback very seriously, and our team is working toward improving our parking system to help ensure that the correct parking permits are being used, and only unauthorized vehicles are removed from the lot. We understand that repairs can be inconvenient, however, it is our understanding that you and all residents in the apartment home were put up in a hotel while repairs were completed in your apartment home.

    As previously mentioned, our goal is to provide exceptional service, and we will be sure to take your feedback and work with our team to help ensure we are providing the best service we can. If there is anything else we can do to help improve your experience with us, we would be delighted to hear from you at feedback@sunrisemgmt.com. We truly appreciate your time, and we wish you well. Madisson, Customer Experience Team.

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