- Studio+
- 1+ ba
- 550+ sqft

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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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3959 Normal St. is located at 3959 Normal St in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Hillcrest Brewing Company, Ike's - University Ave, and Stella Jean's Ice Cream.
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 3959 Normal St. include Birney Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and Home & Hosp/Transition Support.
3959 Normal St. is located near 6 grocery stores, including Hillcrest Farmers Market (0.1 miles) and Trader Joe's (0.3 miles). Additional shopping options, including Beauty Lounge, are approximately 0.7 miles away.
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 3959 Normal St. include Scripps Mercy Hospital (0.6 miles away), Scripps Coastal Medical Center: Hillcrest (0.7 miles away), and UC San Diego Fourth & Lewis Medical Offices (0.8 miles away).
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