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  • 1ST AVE.

    3852-56 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

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    Apartment building
    1-2 beds

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    Unit 3854 1ST AVE
    1 bd, 1 ba
    500
    Now
    $2,000
    Unit 3852 1/2 1ST AVE.
    2 bd, 2 ba
    900
    Now
    $3,200

    What's special

    Hardwood floors throughoutQuaint sitting roomFully tiled-in showerStainless-steel appliancesLvp flooring throughoutIn-unit washer and dryerBlack stone countertop

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave Oven
    • Range Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Other
    • Range/Oven
    • Water/Trash

    Policies

    • Contact for details

    Special Features

    • RangeOven

    Neighborhood: Hillcrest

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in San Diego

    Florence Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.1 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Roosevelt International Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 1.1 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    2/10
    San Diego High School
    Grades 9-12 • 2.1 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    College Readiness Rating
    4/10

    Hillcrest sits just north of downtown San Diego on rolling terrain, with a mild, sunny climate and streets that mix residential blocks with a lively commercial core. The neighborhood’s history is visible around Hillcrest’s landmark sign and the historic buildings along Fifth Avenue. Balboa Park borders the area, offering gardens, trails, playgrounds and museums, while the nearby San Diego Zoo adds another major attraction. Restaurants, cafés and independent shops line University Avenue and Fifth Avenue; nightlife ranges from casual bars to late-night venues, and local events bring activity to the streets. Hillcrest is convenient for walking, biking and connecting to other parts of San Diego by bus, with major roads nearby for driving. For the Hillcrest neighborhood, the median rent is $2,700 per month and the typical range is $1,050 to $81,470, based on 192 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 1ST AVE. located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    1ST AVE. is located at 3852-56 1st Ave in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Bronx Pizza, Bread & Cie, and Snooze, an A.M. Eatery.

    What is the average rent in San Diego, CA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego is currently $2,700 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 1ST AVE.?

    The schools assigned to 1ST AVE. include Florence Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 1ST AVE.?

    1ST AVE. is located near 6 grocery stores, including Lazy Acres (0.3 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.3 miles). Additional shopping options, including Dk Hair, are approximately 0.1 miles away.

    What is the minimum and maximum rent for 1ST AVE.?

    The total price for an apartment unit in 1ST AVE. ranges from $2,000 to $3,200. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.

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