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1491 J St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA|East Village
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The Mendes Company
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Images Available- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Work-from-home
Amenities for 1491 J St, East Village
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Shared Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1491 J St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 33% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in East Village.
This modern boho 1 bed 1 bath apartment home features stunning Victorian architecture! It features open concept kitchen and living area, wood carved details, and a chic modern design. There is beautiful warm hardwood flooring throughout the home, tall ceilings, and numerous windows pouring in lots of natural light. Enjoy your morning coffee in the cozy breakfast nook with gorgeous bay windows over looking the streets of the East Village! **$300 Move in Credit Special with a move in date of 4/25/2026** RENTAL DETAILS Lease Duration: 12 months Utilities Included: Exterior Landscape Tenant Pays: Gas/Electric, Water/Sewer & Trash (Bill Back) Parking: Unassigned Street Parking Laundry: On-site Shared Laundry (Coins or App Pay) Pet Policy: Cats and Dogs welcome with $30 Pet Rent and $250 Pet Deposit SHOWINGS To schedule a showing, visit The Mendes Company website and click on “Property Management,” then “Search Properties.” Select “Schedule a Showing” under the property you are interested in and follow the prompts. NOTE: If you are asked to enter your social security number, it is because you did not pass the ID scan or credit card identification check. Our software will only take government issued state Identification Cards with clear, well-lit photos. We must take strict security measures to verify your identity in order to avoid scams. APPLICATIONS Please feel free to call our office ahead of applying to see how many applications are pending. If you choose to submit an application, you agree to the terms and conditions of the application that state your $40.00 application fee is non-refundable regardless if someone ahead of you is approved. To apply, visit The Mendes Company website under “Property Management.” QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS PROPERTY ONLY: The rental decision is based on these four combined factors: 1. Strong Credit History (no past or present accounts in collections, no charge offs, no debt settlements, no late payments, no negative credit items, etc.) 2. Positive Rental References (Paid on-time, no lease violations, no balance owed, etc.) 3. Gross Monthly Income (Proof that gross household income is at least 2.5 times the monthly rent.) 4. Your Lease Start Date (Looking to start the lease within 10 days of the listing available date.) **Guarantors/Co-signers are NOT allowed for this property. If you submit a Guarantor/Co-signer Application, the application fee will NOT be refunded.*** SCAM ALERT! The Mendes Company does NOT advertise rental homes or apartments on or Facebook. Showings may only be scheduled on The Mendes Company website and no other way. Please call our leasing office prior to paying or sending money. We will never ask for payment via Zelle or Venmo. FAIR HOUSING COMPLIANCE The Mendes Company complies with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws and welcomes persons of all race, color, religion, nationality, sex, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Common Area Courtyard Exterior Landscape Gated Entry
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 1491 J St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Village |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92101 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in East Village
1-bedroom apartments at 1491 J St cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Diego.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
East Village
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,385 |
| May 2024 | $2,353 |
| June 2024 | $2,358 |
| July 2024 | $2,383 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,862 |
| May 2024 | $2,790 |
| June 2024 | $2,729 |
| July 2024 | $2,779 |
| August 2024 | $2,785 |
| September 2024 | $2,836 |
| October 2024 | $2,834 |
| November 2024 | $2,783 |
| December 2024 | $2,773 |
| January 2025 | $2,996 |
| February 2025 | $2,779 |
| March 2025 | $2,746 |
| April 2025 | $2,746 |
| May 2025 | $2,780 |
| June 2025 | $2,667 |
| July 2025 | $2,729 |
| August 2025 | $2,678 |
| September 2025 | $2,647 |
| October 2025 | $2,543 |
| November 2025 | $2,551 |
| December 2025 | $2,598 |
| January 2026 | $2,676 |
| February 2026 | $2,583 |
| March 2026 | $2,546 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$71,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $1,695 |
Schools near 1491 J St
Sherman Elementary School
301 22nd st
san diego, CA, 92102
K-5Public
B
Monarch School
1625 newton ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-12Public
C
Logan Memorial Educational Campus
2875 ocean view blvd
san diego, CA, 92113
K-12Public
Mountain View
3550 logan ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-8Public
C+
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 1491 J St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1491 J St, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
9/10
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
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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