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Highlights

  • Quartz countertops
  • Onsite laundry
  • Ceiling fans
  • New appliances
  • Renovated units
  • Picnic table

Location

4165 Fifth Avenue #N, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Management

Merini Property

Leasing office

(844) 243-9479 ext. 8087

Property Overview

Shangri La offers strong overall value with an 8.6/10 expert rating, including perfect marks for price and high scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can expect convenient access to nearby services and pet-focused businesses, plus appealing outdoor spaces. Renovated units with quartz countertops, new appliances, onsite laundry, ceiling fans, and a picnic table, along with 14 listing photos, provide a clear and attractive picture of the property.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Shangri La is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Shangri La has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom1 bed1 bath550 sqft$1,895 /moAll units are beautifully renovated with a canyon view. Interior restoration including paint, flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel sink, new appliances (fridge and range), & ceiling fans in the front room and bedroom. The renovation also includes new paint, new landscaping, and Cat5 wiring for all units.

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Amenities for Shangri La

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHigh Ceilings

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

Services

On-Site Management
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

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

$35

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Shangri La

HomeApartments in San DiegoHillcrest Shangri La

Welcome to Shangri La Hillcrest! Just a few minutes’ walk to Scripps Mercy & UCSD hospitals and multiple medical offices. Quiet & charming mid-century style twenty-unit building sits on the beautiful Mercy Canyon just minutes from everything fabulous in Hillcrest. Within walking distance of Balboa Park, restaurants, cafes, retail, boutiques, salons, grocery stores, and nightlife. Quick access to the 163, 8, and 5 freeways. Close to public transit, the airport, North Park, Mission Valley, Old Town, downtown, and local beaches. All units are beautifully renovated with a canyon view. Interior restoration including paint, flooring, quartz countertops, stainless steel sink, new appliances (fridge and range), & ceiling fans in the front room and bedroom. The renovation also includes new paint, new landscaping, and Cat5 wiring for all units. The complex offers Permitted Street Parking, Laundry Room, Large Pool Area, extended Common Areas with BBQs, picnic table, and comfortable sitting areas. Upstairs and ground level units available. 1 Cat permitted ($300 Cat Deposit) No Dogs. 1 Year Lease with Water and Trash included Laundry Onsite (no coin/app operated) We host AT&T and Cox Cable City Permitted Street Parking Please TEXT (858) 707-5480 to schedule a showing today!!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Shangri La is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Shangri La has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Shangri La
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.
Shangri La 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.
Shangri La goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Shangri La 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.
Shangri La 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 Shangri La does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Shangri La is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 11 pet grooming services nearby
  • 24 pet supply stores near the property
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area

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 Shangri La compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Hillcrest

1-bedroom apartments at Shangri La cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,930
June 2024$1,925
July 2024$1,975
August 2024$1,995
September 2024$1,992
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Hillcrest
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,916
June 2024$2,298
July 2024$2,111
August 2024$1,898
September 2024$1,942
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$75,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,895.
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Schools near Shangri La

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 4165 Fifth Avenue #N

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 4165 Fifth Avenue #N, San Diego

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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