Quiet, clean, and located in a highly desirable area. This smaller 25-unit building is designed for individuals 55+. This private ground-floor unit overlooks a large rock garden surrounded by a tall green hedge, offering a peaceful, secluded feel. Enjoy views of palm treetops and a charming Craftsman-style home from the living area.
Our gated community is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, theaters, banks, and more. Amenities include a newly remodeled on-site laundry facility, an open-air community terrace, elevator access, two open staircases, and water-conserving landscaping.
Apartment features include wood-like flooring, upgraded baseboards, a fully equipped kitchen with stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher, mirrored bedroom closet doors, ample storage space, and large windows for natural light. An additional on-site storage unit is included at no extra cost.
You may also request to join the waitlist for a reserved off-street parking space ($75/month when available). Street parking is available with a City of San Diego Permit A.
55+ Senior housing only. Owner pays water, sewer, trash, recycling, and hot water.
The advertised price includes base rent only. It does not include variable utilities or one-time charges due at move-in or move-out. Additional charges may apply as outlined in the lease agreement. Pricing is provided for transparency to help you make informed decisions.
San Diego Sunrise Management Company dba Sunrise Management | License No. 00927850 | Broker: Joseph S. Greenblatt License No. 01064415
Senior housing
Hillcrest Palms Apartments
4042 Albatross St, San Diego, CA 92103
Apartment building
1 bed
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 7 1 bd, 1 ba | 385 | Now | $1,850 |
What's special
Views of palm treetopsGated communityPrivate ground-floor unitWater-conserving landscapingWood-like flooringAmple storage spaceOpen-air community terrace
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: Laundry On-site.
Security
- Gated Entry
- Gated Entry: Gated Community
Services & facilities
- Storage Space: On-site Storage Unit
Policies
Utilities included in rent
- Garbage
Pet essentials
- DogsDogs are not allowed
- CatsCats are not allowed
Special Features
- Community Room
- On-site Manager
- Senior Community
Neighborhood: Hillcrest
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
BikeableNearby schools in San Diego
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Florence Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Hillcrest Palms Apartments is located at 4042 Albatross St in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes approximately 17 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Bronx Pizza, Heartwork Coffee Bar, and Bread & Cie.
The nearest public transit stop is Shuttle stop at UC San Diego Medical Center, approximately 0.2 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in San Diego is currently $2,766 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
Hillcrest Palms Apartments is located within 0.4 miles of Hillcrest Sign, 0.8 miles of Marston House Museum, and 1 mile of The Point.
Hillcrest Palms Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.1 miles from Lazy Acres, 0.1 miles from VONS, and 0.2 miles from Venissimo Cheese. Additional shopping options, including Salon Ink, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in Hillcrest Palms Apartments is $1,850. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in San Diego has increased by $71 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to Hillcrest Palms Apartments include Florence Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.
