- Studio+
- 1+ ba
- 546+ sqft

Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base 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 |
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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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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.
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.
The schools assigned to 1ST AVE. include Florence Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.
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.
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.