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3852 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $2,500 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit in the heart of Hillcrest. This property is just minutes to restaurants, shopping, and cool-eclectic bars and nightlife. As you enter, you'll notice LVP flooring throughout. A large open living and kitchen area equipped with a split system AC unit, perfect for those warm summer days. The kitchen is tastefully upgraded with a cool-contemporary granite countertop and stainless-steel appliances. The bathroom was also renovated recently. The unit can come fully furnished or completely emptied. There is also a detached 1-car garage. We show property every day except Sunday. Don't miss out on an opportunity to call this home! | |
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 900 sqft | $3,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this amazing 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit in the heart of Hillcrest. This property is just minutes to restaurants, shopping, and cool-eclectic bars and nightlife. As you enter, there is a quaint sitting room, and LVP flooring throughout. A few steps further and a large open living and kitchen area equipped with a fireplace, perfect for a cozy night in. The kitchen is tastefully upgraded with a black stone countertop and stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms were also renovated recently. In-unit washer and dryer, plus a 1-car garage. The home can be rented completely emptied or fully furnished. We show property every day except Sunday. Don't miss out on an opportunity to call this home! |
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Amenities for 1ST AVE.
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove/Oven |
Services
| Water Trash |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 1ST AVE.
Welcome to this amazing 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit in the heart of Hillcrest. This property is just minutes to restaurants, shopping, and cool-eclectic bars and nightlife. As you enter, there is a quaint sitting room, and LVP flooring throughout. A few steps further and a large open living and kitchen area equipped with a fireplace, perfect for a cozy night in. The kitchen is tastefully upgraded with a black stone countertop and stainless-steel appliances. Both bathrooms were also renovated recently. In-unit washer and dryer, plus a 1-car garage. The home can be rented completely emptied or fully furnished. We show property every day except Sunday. Don't miss out on an opportunity to call this home!
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Rent trends in Hillcrest
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% higher than 1-bedrooms in Hillcrest.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1ST AVE. to be 0% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hillcrest.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,995 |
| November 2024 | $1,995 |
| December 2024 | $1,968 |
| January 2025 | $1,972 |
| February 2025 | $1,970 |
| March 2025 | $1,956 |
| April 2025 | $1,919 |
| May 2025 | $1,906 |
| June 2025 | $1,925 |
| July 2025 | $1,958 |
| August 2025 | $1,923 |
| September 2025 | $1,897 |
| October 2025 | $1,895 |
| November 2025 | $1,888 |
| December 2025 | $1,896 |
| January 2026 | $1,909 |
| February 2026 | $1,874 |
| March 2026 | $1,885 |
| April 2026 | $1,892 |
| May 2026 | $1,866 |
| June 2026 | $1,890 |
| July 2026 | $1,865 |
| August 2026 | $1,891 |
| September 2026 | $1,895 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,845 |
| November 2024 | $1,897 |
| December 2024 | $1,997 |
| January 2025 | $2,095 |
| February 2025 | $2,057 |
| March 2025 | $1,937 |
| April 2025 | $1,782 |
| May 2025 | $1,762 |
| June 2025 | $1,778 |
| July 2025 | $1,885 |
| August 2025 | $2,053 |
| September 2025 | $2,038 |
| October 2025 | $1,883 |
| November 2025 | $1,938 |
| December 2025 | $1,898 |
| January 2026 | $1,980 |
| February 2026 | $1,947 |
| March 2026 | $1,851 |
| April 2026 | $1,845 |
| May 2026 | $1,815 |
| June 2026 | $1,835 |
| July 2026 | $1,811 |
| August 2026 | $1,811 |
| September 2026 | $1,885 |
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Can I afford to live at 3852 1st Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 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
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 3852 1st Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
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 3852 1st Ave, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide 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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
9/10
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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Vons
515 W Washington St
Lazy Acres Natural Market
422 W Washington St
Whole Foods Market
711 University Ave
Vom Fass
1050 University Ave
Footwear Etc
127 W University Ave
Assistance League of San Diego
108 University Ave
Somi Apparel Inc
3745 3rd Ave
Village Hat Shop
3821 4th Ave
Buffalo Exchange
3862 5th Ave
Industrial Grind Coffee
1433 University Ave
Simon Says Coffee
3852 4th Ave
Kayak Coffee Delivery
3865 Albatross St
Gelabong
3882 4th Ave
Peet's Coffee
350 University Ave
Urban Mo's Bar & Grill
308 University Ave
Au Revoir French Bistro
420 Robinson Ave
Mint Cafe & Lounge
401 University Ave
Chez Jay Pop Up
3rd Ave
Martinis Above Fourth
3940 4th Ave
Hazel & Jade Bakery
3852 4th Ave
Babycakes Hillcrest
3795 4th Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
420 Robinson Ave
Bread & Cie
350 University Ave
Starry Lane Bakery
3925 4th Ave
Forest
Forest
Mercy Plaza
Forest
Forest
Hillcrust Pizza
127 University Ave
Ortega's Bistro
141 University Ave
Creme De La Crepe
142 University Ave
Taste of Denmark
142 University Ave
TFT San Diego
142 University Ave
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