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Amenities for 1453 Essex St #5, Hillcrest
Features
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Central Heat | Central Heat and A/C |
| Dining Area | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor | Wood Floors |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Washer and Dryer |
Community
| Gated Complex | One Car Garage |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Driveway Parking |
| Garage Parking |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1453 Essex St #5
Light, bright and airy unit in the highly desired HILLCREST neighborhood! This quaint 2 bedroom, 2 bath second floor unit with balcony features central air, wood flooring, Italian ceiling beams, dining area, gas range, and a beautiful gas fireplace! Easy access to all major highways and hospitals, and CLOSE TO EVERYTHING: coffee shops, cafes, bars, boutiques, public transportation, dining, shopping, and nightlife! Quick ride to Balboa Park, Little Italy, Mission and Bankers Hills. This won't last! Stacked washer/dryer in unit. Assigned garage in front that has storage and one parking space in driveway. One year lease. Heat, hot water, trash and landscaping are included. Sorry, no pets! To view this unit, please give us a call at (858) 832-7800. Requirements: Credit above 640, gross income 2.5x the rent. We do not accept Zillow applications. You must view the property prior to your application(s) being reviewed. San Terra Properties, Property Management (858) 832-7800 DRE# 01854049 To view this unit, please give us a call at (858) 832-7800. Requirements: Credit above 640, gross income 2.5x the rent. We do not accept Zillow applications. You must view the property prior to your application(s) being reviewed.
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 1453 Essex St #5 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Hillcrest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92103 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Hillcrest
2-bedroom apartments at 1453 Essex St #5 cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Diego.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,992 |
| February 2026 | $2,972 |
| March 2026 | $2,950 |
| April 2026 | $2,979 |
| May 2026 | $2,993 |
| June 2026 | $2,995 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,162 |
| February 2026 | $3,222 |
| March 2026 | $3,086 |
| April 2026 | $3,137 |
| May 2026 | $3,267 |
| June 2026 | $3,231 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1453 Essex St #5
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 1453 Essex St #5
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1453 Essex St #5, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
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
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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