Welcome to Sparks, a boutique apartment community located at 4242 Campus Avenue in one of San Diego's most desirable and centrally located neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned near Hillcrest, Mission Hills, and Balboa Park, Sparks offers residents an unbeatable blend of walkability, convenience, and neighborhood charm.
Step outside and enjoy easy access to local cafes, restaurants, grocery stores, and everyday essentials, with Hillcrest's vibrant dining and nightlife scene just minutes away. Balboa Park's trails, museums, and green spaces are close by, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors without leaving the neighborhood.
Location Highlights:
Walkable to Hillcrest dining, cafes, and shops
Minutes to Balboa Park & Mission Hills
Close to grocery stores, fitness studios, and public transit
Easy access to Downtown San Diego & Mission Valley
Convenient freeway access (I-5, I-8 & SR-163)
Proudly Managed by Valor Property Management
Sparks Apartments
4242 Campus Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
 studio / 1.0 ba, $0 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Now | Price on request |
 studio / 1.0 ba, $0 Studio, 1 ba | -- | Now | Price on request |
1 br / 1.0 ba, $0 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | Now | Price on request |
2 br / 1.0 ba, $0 2 bd, 1 ba | -- | Now | Price on request |
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: On-site Laundry
Outdoor common areas
- Deck: Large Sun Deck
- Patio: Communal Patio
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher: Stainless Steel Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven: Microwave
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator: Stainless Steel Refrigerator
- Stove: Stainless Steel Stove
Other
- Patio Balcony: Communal Patio
- Water/sewer/trash
Policies
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
DogsAllowed
Small and large OKCatsAllowed
Neighborhood: University Heights
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
Very BikeableNearby schools in San Diego
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Birney Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
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Frequently asked questions
Sparks Apartments is located at 4242 Campus Ave in University Heights, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Stella Jean's Ice Cream, Ike's - University Ave, and Meráki Café.
The nearest public transit stop is 10 Bus Stop University And Park, approximately 0.4 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.
Sparks Apartments is located within 0.4 miles of GLBT Rainbow Pride Flag-Hillcrest, 0.5 miles of University Heights Sign, and 0.6 miles of The Point.
Sparks Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.2 miles from Sprouts Farmers Market, 0.3 miles from Hillcrest Farmers Market, and 0.4 miles from Trader Joe's. Additional shopping options, including Artist & Craftsman Supply, are approximately 0.9 miles away.
Rent in San Diego has increased by $71 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to Sparks Apartments include Birney Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.
