This charming, fully-renovated 27-unit apartment community is located in the heart of Sherman Heights! Known for its superior walkability and affluent history, Sherman Heights is one of San Diego's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Residents of The Sterling are a short distance to Downtown San Diego where they can enjoy the finest dining, nightlife, cafes, boutique stores, and
entertainment venues San Diego has to offer. The Sterling's unit and property amenities include community balconies, bike storage, restored and decorated common areas, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, granite countertops, with select units holding skyline views and private balconies. This gorgeous restored historic building is one of a kind and these listings will not last!
Apartment for rent
$1,595+/moFees may apply
Studio, 470 20th St, San Diego, CA 92102
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Apartment
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Cats, small dogs OK
Shared laundry
What's special
Gorgeous restored historic buildingPrivate balconiesCommunity balconiesSkyline viewsTall ceilingsGranite countertopsHardwood floors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Gated Community
Lot
- Features: Garden
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: The Sterling
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Gated Community
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 9/2/2026 | Price change | $1,595-3.3% |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $1,650-1.5% |
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| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $1,675-1.2% |
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| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $1,695-5.6% |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $1,795+5.9% |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $1,695+2.7% |
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| 7/7/2026 | Price change | $1,650+3.4% |
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| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $1,595-5.9% |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $1,695+13.4% |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $1,495+3.1% |
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| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $1,450-3% |
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| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $1,495-6.3% |
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| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $1,595-11.1% |
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| 5/23/2026 | Price change | $1,795+5.9% |
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| 5/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,695 |
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| 4/21/2026 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
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| 4/20/2026 | Price change | $1,695+6.3% |
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| 4/15/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,595-15.8% |
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| 4/2/2026 | Listing removed | $1,895 |
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| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $1,895-5% |
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| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $1,995-9.1% |
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| 1/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,195+29.5% |
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| 11/3/2025 | Listing removed | $1,695 |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $1,695+6.3% |
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| 10/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,595 |
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Neighborhood: Sherman Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Sherman Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Logan Memorial Educational CampusGrades: K-12Distance: 1.1 mi







