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3739 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 3739 1st Ave, Hillcrest
Features
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry | Roof Type: Composition |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| Gravity |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Assigned Parking
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About 3739 1st Ave
Property Status: Active Welcome to 3737 First Avenue, a charming two-bedroom, one-bath Craftsman-style home in the heart of Hillcrest. hardwood floors, classic architectural details and built-in cabinetry in both the living and dining rooms create a warm, inviting atmosphere. The home also features a modern kitchen, dedicated laundry room and one off-street parking space. Enjoy an exceptional walkable location near Hillcrest's popular shops, restaurants and cafes, with beautiful Balboa Park just minutes away. This residence offers the perfect blend of timeless character, modern convenience and urban living. This home is located on the 1st floor of building. Office Phone: (619) 838-0435 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 3739 1st Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Hillcrest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92103 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Hillcrest
2-bedroom apartments at 3739 1st Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Diego.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $3,155 |
| 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 |
| July 2026 | $2,996 |
| August 2026 | $3,004 |
| September 2026 | $3,001 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $3,146 |
| 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 | $3,229 |
| July 2026 | $3,258 |
| August 2026 | $3,229 |
| September 2026 | $3,170 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 3739 1st Ave
Florence Elementary School
3914 first ave
san diego, CA, 92103
K-5Public
B+
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
Ihigh Virtual Academy
3939 conde st
san diego, CA, 92110
K-12Public
B+
San Diego County Special Education
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san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 3739 1st Ave
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
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3739 1st Ave, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of 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 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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