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1221 Essex St #8, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest

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AMK Property Management, LLC

(619) 546-0015

Amenities for 1221 Essex St #8, Hillcrest

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningPrivate Outdoor Space
Two Story

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
OvenRange
Refrigerator

Building

Detached Garage

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space

Other

Trash & Water
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1221 Essex St #8

HomeHouses in San DiegoHillcrest 1221 Essex St #8, San Diego, CA 92103, USA

Beautiful two-story townhome located in the heart of Hillcrest, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere with thoughtful design and abundant natural light throughout. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence blends comfort and functionality, featuring charming finishes, indoor-outdoor living spaces, and a layout well-suited for both everyday living and entertaining. Key Features: - 2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms | two-story townhome - Located in desirable Hillcrest neighborhood - Kitchen with sea-glass green tile counters and backsplash paired with wood cabinetry for a homey, inviting feel - Bar counter in kitchen, ideal for casual dining or entertaining - Stainless steel appliances throughout - Tiled flooring on main level, carpet upstairs and in bedrooms - Functional fireplace in the living room - Large bedroom closets with ample storage - Abundant natural light from numerous windows throughout the home - Mini-split Heating and A/C in both bedrooms and living room - Private upstairs balcony and back patio on the lower level - Detached 1-car garage - In-unit Laundry Location: Located just a few blocks off Hillcrest’s main street, this home offers exceptional walkability and convenience. Trader Joe’s and Ralphs are only three blocks away, while University Avenue provides an array of popular restaurants, cafés, and local activities. The property is also a short drive to Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, with easy access to the 163 for seamless commuting throughout San Diego. This vibrant community truly has it all! Contact us to learn more today - (619) 546-0015 Sorry - no pets! This unit comes NON-FURNISHED. Available Feb 5th


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Zip code92103
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Rent trends in Hillcrest

2-bedroom apartments at 1221 Essex St #8 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Diego.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$3,100
March 2024$3,119
April 2024$3,195
May 2024$3,200
June 2024$3,208
July 2024$3,214
August 2024$3,228
September 2024$3,176
October 2024$3,138
November 2024$3,110
December 2024$3,140
January 2025$3,140
February 2025$3,143
March 2025$3,135
April 2025$3,003
May 2025$3,037
June 2025$3,092
July 2025$3,100
August 2025$3,032
September 2025$3,039
October 2025$2,997
November 2025$2,992
December 2025$2,993
January 2026$2,995
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Hillcrest
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$3,237
March 2024$3,137
April 2024$3,136
May 2024$3,208
June 2024$3,293
July 2024$3,250
August 2024$3,303
September 2024$3,214
October 2024$3,082
November 2024$3,197
December 2024$3,410
January 2025$3,392
February 2025$3,305
March 2025$3,130
April 2025$3,223
May 2025$3,248
June 2025$3,193
July 2025$3,216
August 2025$3,084
September 2025$3,043
October 2025$3,139
November 2025$3,197
December 2025$3,216
January 2026$3,155

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1221 Essex St, San Diego, CA.
7 years ago$2,4502 bed1 bath
8 years ago$1,8952 bed1.5 bath
9 years ago$7502 bed1 bath
12 years ago$1,6952 bed1 bath

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Getting around San Diego near 1221 Essex St #8

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1221 Essex St #8, San Diego

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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1221 Essex Street San Diego, CA

Occupied

10

2 Beds

1 Bath

$750

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 3357
This 777 square foot condo home has 2 bedrooms and 1.0 bathrooms. It is located at 1221 Essex St San Diego, California.

Occupied

2

2 Beds

1.5 Baths

$1,895

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 3229
HILLCREST - 2BR 1.5BA Townhouse-Open Floor Plan-Crown Molding-White Cabinets/Appliances-Wet Bar-Fireplace-Garage - ******AVAILABLE April 24, 2017****** Located in HILLCREST ******PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB, PROPERTY IS STILL OCCUPIED. CONTACT GPM FOR VIEWINGS****** 1221 Essex Street #2 San Diego, CA 92103 CROSS STREETS: Vermont Street and Essex Street 2 Bedroom 1.5 Baths Estimated 960 sq. ft. Townhouse 2 Story Refrigerator Dishwasher Stove/Oven- Electric Microwave White Appliances White Cabinets Tile Countertops Garden Window Breakfast Bar Wood Laminate Flooring Open Floor Plan Wet Bar in Living Room Fireplace - Gas - Living Room Crown Molding Throughout Half Bath - Downstairs Stain Glass Window in Half Bath Bedrooms on 2nd Level Carpet in Bedrooms Mirror Closet Doors - Master Bedroom Balcony off of Master Bedroom Vaulted Ceilings in Master Bedroom Skylight Upstairs - Bathroom Tub/Shower Combination Bathroom Flooring - Vinyl Washer & Dryer - Stackable A/C - Wall Unit Heat - Wall Unit Patios - Front and Back 1 Car Garage + Parking Space behind (tandem parking) CLOSE TO: Interstate 163 Balboa Park San Diego Zoo Restaurants Shopping Transportation TENANT PAYS: SDGE Cable/Phone LEASING INFORMATION: 1 Year Leases Renters Insurance mandatory Security Deposit $1795 ANIMAL INFORMATION: NO Pets ~$35.00 non- refundable credit check required per applicant *****Golden Property Management is the only authorized agent contracted to represent the owner of this property***** Golden Property Management-GPM www.GPMSanDiego.com GPM@email.showmojo.com Lic#01857668

Occupied

11

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,450

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 2731
Hillcrest 2bd/1ba Condo - 1 block off University - Property Id: 71194 You will fall in love with the designer's touch in this bright 2bd/1ba condo with nobody above or below. Amenities include: vaulted ceilings and skylights, washer/dryer in unit, dual bathroom sinks, walk in closet in master bedroom, quartz countertops, 2 parking spaces (one garaged), storage, quiet community, lush green landscaped grounds, gated access with intercom Centrally located in Hillcrest and one block off of University Ave, you will enjoy the following proximities: -One block to The Hub Marketplace (Trader Joe's, Ralph's, Starbucks, Wells Fargo, Fiji Yogurt, Maestoso, Ike's Place, CVS Pharmacy, Panera Bread, Poke) -One block to all types of nightlife + restaurants on University -Two blocks to Hillcrest Farmer's Market, every Sunday -Four blocks to Whole Foods Your commute couldn't be easier with 2 blocks to get to CA-163. This place will have you feeling right at home the second you step foot inside. *Dogs are not allowed in the unit and the unit is not furnished. Apply at TurboTenant: http rental turbotenant com properties 71194 Property Id 71194 No Dogs Allowed

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