Income restricted

Starbust

3550 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123

Apartment building

1-4 beds

Available units

Filter

To contact, request a tour, or apply, select a unit below. Each unit has its own contact details.

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 219 2 bd, 1 ba	762	Now	Fees may apply $2,500
Unit 171 2 bd, 1.5 ba	875	Now	Fees may apply $2,840

What's special

Community pool

Neighborhood: Serra Mesa

Areas of interest

Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Car-Dependent

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Some Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools in San Diego

Wegeforth Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.4 miles

8/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

7/10

Student Progress Rating

9/10

Taft Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 0.5 miles

5/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

4/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

Kearny Digital Media & Design School

Grades 9-12 • 1.9 miles

9/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

8/10

College Readiness Rating

9/10

Green Spaces
Neighborhood parks and canyon edges offer places to walk, play and spend time outdoors.
Highway Access
Major freeways nearby connect Serra Mesa with destinations across San Diego.
Suburban Calm
Residential streets and open-space surroundings give Serra Mesa a quieter feel than central commercial districts.

Serra Mesa sits on a mesa in central San Diego, with residential streets, canyons and open-space edges shaping its suburban feel. The mild, generally dry climate makes outdoor time possible through much of the year. Community parks and recreation areas offer open lawns, sports facilities and playgrounds, while nearby canyons provide walking routes and natural scenery. Shopping centers and casual dining are clustered along major roads, with coffee shops and everyday services close at hand; larger retail and nightlife options are a short drive away. Serra Mesa’s location near major freeways makes driving convenient, while bus service connects it with other parts of the city. For the Serra Mesa neighborhood, the median rent is $3,600 per month, with a typical range of $1,300 to $15,996.

Skip to the end of the carousel

Skip to the beginning of the carousel

Listing order may reflect relevance, quality, and paid promotion.

Skip to the end of the carousel

Skip to the beginning of the carousel

Frequently asked questions

Where is Starbust located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Starbust is located at 3550 Ruffin Rd in Serra Mesa, San Diego, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Cafe Cali, San Diego Sandwich Co Inc, and Bear Buns Bakery & Cafe.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near Starbust?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Starbust include Va San Diego Healthcare System (0.4 miles away), Sharp Laboratory Services on Aero Drive (0.6 miles away), and The Super Dentists (0.6 miles away).

What schools are assigned to Starbust?

The schools assigned to Starbust include Wegeforth Elementary School, Taft Middle School, and Kearny Digital Media & Design School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Starbust?

Starbust is located near 5 grocery stores, including Sandrock Market (0.6 miles) and VONS (0.8 miles). Additional shopping options, including PetSmart, are approximately 0.8 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near Starbust?

Starbust is located within 0.5 miles of Nursing Discovery Day Hosted by the Roseman University Accelerated Nursing Program, 0.6 miles of San Diego State University Foundation Wic, and 1 mile of San Diego Continuing Education North City Campus.