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
1 bed
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 12 1 bd, 1 ba | -- | Now | $2,100 |
What's special
Horizontal blindsGated communityVictorian-style studioElegant tile bathroomsLarge windowsThoughtfully designed spaceOriginal hardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: On-site Laundry
Outdoor common areas
- Deck: Large Sun Deck
- Patio: Communal Patio
Security
- Gated Entry
Unit Features
Other
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- City Views
- Dishwasher
- Easy Access To Freeways
- Easy Access To Public Transportation
- Easy Access To Shopping
- Full Bathroom
- Gated Entry
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- Oven
- Public Parks Nearby
- Range Oven
- Refrigerator
- Shared Laundry
- Stainless-steel Appliances
- Street Parking
- Water/sewer/trash
- White Kitchen Cabinets
Policies
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
Neighborhood: University Heights
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in San Diego
Birney Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.2 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
10/10Roosevelt International Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10Student Progress Rating
2/10San Diego High School
Grades 9-12 • 2.4 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
4/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Sparks Apartments?
Sparks Apartments has a walk score of 92, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of Sparks Apartments?
Sparks Apartments has a transit score of 55, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to Sparks Apartments?
The schools assigned to Sparks Apartments include Birney Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.
Does Sparks Apartments have in-unit laundry?
No, but Sparks Apartments has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Sparks Apartments in?
Sparks Apartments is in the University Heights neighborhood in San Diego, CA.
