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1556 2nd Avenue #1
1556 2nd Avenue #1, San Diego, California 92101, United States

Monthly rent	$1,550
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	600

Monthly rent	$1,550
Beds	1
Baths	1
Sqft	600

2 Days Ago

Location

1556 2nd Avenue #1, San Diego, California 92101, United States|Cortez

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Contact

The Mendes Company

(844) 338-5721 ext. 9173

Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

Less expensive
High school nearby
Images Available

Great for

Work-from-home
Social life

Amenities for 1556 2nd Avenue #1, Cortez

Apartment Amenities

Gas and Electric Included	Hardwood Floor
High Ceilings	Utilities Included
Water & Sewer Included

Building

No Laundry Available	No Smoking
Onsite Laundry	Vintage Building

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Trash Removal Included

Other

One Year Lease

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Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1556 2nd Avenue #1

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1556 2nd Avenue #1, San Diego, California 92101, United States

Sweet deal!

This listing is 44% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Cortez.

Charming 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment near Little Italy! This unit features gorgeous hardwood flooring, craftsman wood detailing, and tons of storage. Featuring high ceilings and spacious living areas. With a convenient location near the vibrant neighborhood of Little Italy and steps away from the California Western School of Law, you'll have easy access to a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make this beautiful apartment your new home! Little Italy is a chic, pedestrian friendly neighborhood where you can walk to tons of trendy cafes, restaurants, cocktail bars, speakeasy's, and even a bustling farmer's market (every Saturday)! You will also find an assortment of upscale clothing boutiques, music venues, and a fun and lively piazza called the Little Italy Food Hall which offers tons of delicious food choices, live entertainment, and more. There is always something to do living this close to the Gaslamp district, the Waterfront Park, and San Diego Bay! RENTAL DETAILS Lease Duration: 12 months Tenant Pays: Internet/Cable Utilities Included: Gas/Electric, Trash Pickup, Exterior Landscape, & Water/Sewer Parking: Unassigned Street Parking Laundry: No Onsite Laundry Pet Policy: No Pets Please 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 Do NOT apply if you have not toured the inside of the rental home in-person. There are no exceptions. If you apply prior to touring the inside, your application will be denied. 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. Good 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 1 week 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..

Property highlights

How 1556 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive: The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby: There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools: The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
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	Cortez
Zip code	92101
Type	Apartment for rent

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Rent trends in Cortez

1-bedroom apartments at 1556 2nd Avenue #1 cost about 44% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Diego.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.

Cortez

San Diego

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
Month	Median Rent
December 2023	$2,351
January 2024	$2,334
February 2024	$2,295
March 2024	$2,309
April 2024	$2,376
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

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cortez
Month	Median Rent
December 2023	$2,445
January 2024	$2,595
February 2024	$2,570
March 2024	$2,495
May 2024	$2,891
June 2024	$2,864
July 2024	$2,656
August 2024	$2,395
September 2024	$2,395
October 2024	$2,520
November 2024	$2,469
December 2024	$2,382
January 2025	$2,368
February 2025	$2,433
March 2025	$2,578
April 2025	$2,335
May 2025	$2,493
June 2025	$2,759
July 2025	$2,887
August 2025	$2,781
September 2025	$2,741
October 2025	$2,724
November 2025	$2,653

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1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1556 2nd Avenue, San Diego, CA.
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6 months ago	$1,525	1 bed	1 bath
8 months ago	$1,550	1 bed	1 bath
1 year ago	$1,450	1 bed	1 bath
1 year ago	$1,550	1 bed	1 bath
1 year ago	$1,495	1 bed	1 bath
2 years ago	$1,895	1 bed	1 bath

Schools near 1556 2nd Avenue #1

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Getting around San Diego near 1556 2nd Avenue #1

Walking

8/10

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

8/10

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

Points of interest for 1556 2nd Avenue #1, 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 a few minutes' walk

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

10/10

At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10

Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10

Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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