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1512 S 42nd St, San Diego, CA 92113, USA|Southcrest
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Property Overview
The property on Beta St. received a strong Zumper Expert Rating, highlighting its overall appeal and value. Key advantages include its convenient location and attractive amenities, making it an appealing option for a range of potential residents. Notable features contribute to its desirability, enhancing the overall living experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 422 sqft | $1,650 /mo | 1 unit available | Located at small apartment complex, close to Northgate market and I-805 freeway. Second floor apartment 1 bedroom 1 bath second floor unit. **Please drive by prior to setting up showing appointment** Water/Sewer/Trash are included in rent. Renters Insurance required. 1 Year lease required. $40/person application fee. Applicants must be able to provide verifiable gross monthly income equal to or greater than 2.5x the monthly rent in order to be considered. No exceptions. No Pets allowed. Se habla Español. |
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Amenities for Beta St.
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About Beta St.
Located at small apartment complex, close to Northgate market and I-805 freeway. Second floor apartment 1 bedroom 1 bath second floor unit. **Please drive by prior to setting up showing appointment** Water/Sewer/Trash are included in rent. Renters Insurance required. 1 Year lease required. $40/person application fee. Applicants must be able to provide verifiable gross monthly income equal to or greater than 2.5x the monthly rent in order to be considered. No exceptions. No Pets allowed. Se habla Español.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Beta St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Beta St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Beta St. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Beta St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Beta St. receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Beta St. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Beta St. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Beta St. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 Beta St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Southcrest
1-bedroom apartments at Beta St. cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Southcrest.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Southcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,384 |
| 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 | $2,248 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | $1,890 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1512 S 42nd St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$66,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near Beta St.
Chavez Elementary School
1404 s 40th st
san diego, CA, 92113
K-5Public
C+
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
Home & Hosp/Transition Support
4100 normal st annex 14
san diego, CA, 92103
K-12Public
Ihigh Virtual Academy
3939 conde st
san diego, CA, 92110
K-12Public
B+
Riley/New Dawn
5650 mt ackerly dr
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Southcrest | San Diego, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around San Diego near 1512 S 42nd St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1512 S 42nd St, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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