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1021 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Property Overview
Located in an area with strong transit options, walkable nearby areas, and a wide range of dining choices, 1021 Essex St offers convenient access to everyday amenities and local activity. The surrounding neighborhood also reflects a mix of age groups, adding to its varied and connected setting.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 1021 Essex St, Hillcrest
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Wall/Window Units |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Roof Type: Rolled/Hot Mop |
Other
| Gravity |
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About 1021 Essex St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 15% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.
Property Status: Active To view please call Dennis. Features are ground floor unit, granite counter tops, luxury vinyl floors, air conditioned, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and off street parking. Office Phone: (619) 275-3866 Copyright © 2026 San Diego MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1021 Essex St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Hillcrest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92103 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Hillcrest
1-bedroom apartments at 1021 Essex St cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Diego.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,398 |
| September 2024 | $2,395 |
| October 2024 | $2,395 |
| November 2024 | $2,337 |
| December 2024 | $2,297 |
| January 2025 | $2,345 |
| February 2025 | $2,345 |
| March 2025 | $2,300 |
| April 2025 | $2,257 |
| May 2025 | $2,278 |
| June 2025 | $2,295 |
| July 2025 | $2,297 |
| August 2025 | $2,295 |
| September 2025 | $2,295 |
| October 2025 | $2,250 |
| November 2025 | $2,250 |
| December 2025 | $2,265 |
| January 2026 | $2,214 |
| February 2026 | $2,200 |
| March 2026 | $2,198 |
| April 2026 | $2,199 |
| May 2026 | $2,199 |
| June 2026 | $2,223 |
| July 2026 | $2,250 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,448 |
| September 2024 | $2,436 |
| October 2024 | $2,404 |
| November 2024 | $2,378 |
| December 2024 | $2,236 |
| January 2025 | $2,258 |
| February 2025 | $2,323 |
| March 2025 | $2,306 |
| April 2025 | $2,272 |
| May 2025 | $2,283 |
| June 2025 | $2,322 |
| July 2025 | $2,334 |
| August 2025 | $2,339 |
| September 2025 | $2,331 |
| October 2025 | $2,295 |
| November 2025 | $2,275 |
| December 2025 | $2,295 |
| January 2026 | $2,296 |
| February 2026 | $2,271 |
| March 2026 | $2,297 |
| April 2026 | $2,343 |
| May 2026 | $2,306 |
| June 2026 | $2,296 |
| July 2026 | $2,249 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1021 Essex St
Home & Hosp/Transition Support
4100 normal st annex 14
san diego, CA, 92103
K-12Public
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
Nipaquay Elementary
7900 civita blvd
san diego, CA, 92108
K-5Public
San Diego County Community
6401 linda vista rd rm 216
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
C
San Diego County Special Education
6401 linda vista rd rm 409
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 1021 Essex St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1021 Essex St, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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