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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Convenient on-site laundry facility
  • Spacious bathroom
  • Vinyl plank flooring throughout

Location

1153 21st St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA|Golden Hill
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Management

Fairgrove Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 652-6277

Property Overview

1153 21st St. offers strong overall value with an 8.6 Zumper expert rating, along with excellent marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It features convenient on-site laundry, a spacious bathroom, and vinyl plank flooring throughout, while nearby transit, walkability, parks, restaurants, cultural spots, and pet-friendly options add to its appeal.

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, 1153 21st St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1153 21st 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$1,599 /mo1 unit available**Please note, this unit is currently OCCUPIED, but the resident is breaking their lease. Resident will accommodate tours ahead of moving out. Move-in date is flexible.** With its remarkable rambling layout, charming separate kitchen, spacious bathroom, and generous in-unit storage space, what's not to like most about this studio? The gated property's amenities include a large shared front deck and convenient on-site laundry facility. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: - Vinyl plank flooring throughout - Built-in entertainment center in the main living area - Street parking only - Water, sewer and trash is included in rent PETS: *1 small pet may be permitted with additional $300 deposit and $50/month pet rent. No aggressive breeds per insurance policy. Our qualification standard is: - 2.5x Rent as provable household monthly income - 650 credit score or higher per person - Move in within 14 days of notice of approval with deposit Tours can be scheduled by appointment only. Contact 619-546-4999 to schedule a tour today! Fairgrove Property Management is committed to compliance with Fair Housing laws. You can visit our website to learn more about our rental criteria and application process. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. DRE #01125540.

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Amenities for 1153 21st St.

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Gated Property

Services

Water, Sewer & TrashWater, Trash and Sewer Included
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units10
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About 1153 21st St.

HomeApartments in San DiegoGolden Hill 1153 21st St.

**Please note, this unit is currently OCCUPIED, but the resident is breaking their lease. Resident will accommodate tours ahead of moving out. Move-in date is flexible.** With its remarkable rambling layout, charming separate kitchen, spacious bathroom, and generous in-unit storage space, what's not to like most about this studio? The gated property's amenities include a large shared front deck and convenient on-site laundry facility. ADDITIONAL FEATURES: - Vinyl plank flooring throughout - Built-in entertainment center in the main living area - Street parking only - Water, sewer and trash is included in rent PETS: *1 small pet may be permitted with additional $300 deposit and $50/month pet rent. No aggressive breeds per insurance policy. Our qualification standard is: - 2.5x Rent as provable household monthly income - 650 credit score or higher per person - Move in within 14 days of notice of approval with deposit Tours can be scheduled by appointment only. Contact 619-546-4999 to schedule a tour today! Fairgrove Property Management is committed to compliance with Fair Housing laws. You can visit our website to learn more about our rental criteria and application process. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. DRE #01125540.


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, 1153 21st St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1153 21st 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.
How we rated 1153 21st St.
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.
1153 21st 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.
1153 21st St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1153 21st 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.
1153 21st 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 1153 21st 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·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.

1153 21st St. is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 24 pet supply stores near the property
  • 7 pet grooming services nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 475 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 151 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 78 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 1153 21st St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Golden Hill

studio apartments at 1153 21st St. cost about 17% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Golden Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Golden Hill
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,989
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Golden Hill
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,795
October 2024$1,795
November 2024$1,777
December 2024$1,734
January 2025$1,714
February 2025$1,760
March 2025$1,800
April 2025$1,807
May 2025$1,825
June 2025$1,761
July 2025$1,795
August 2025$1,801
September 2025$1,759
October 2025$1,742
November 2025$1,692
December 2025$1,730
January 2026$1,742
February 2026$1,681
March 2026$1,695
April 2026$1,736
May 2026$1,648
June 2026$1,798
July 2026$1,747
August 2026$1,876
September 2026$1,935

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,599.
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Schools near 1153 21st St.

Sherman Elementary School

301 22nd st

san diego, CA, 92102

K-5Public
B

Monarch School

1625 newton ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public
C

Logan Memorial Educational Campus

2875 ocean view blvd

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public

Mountain View

3550 logan ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-8Public
C+

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 1153 21st St

Walking

7/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1153 21st St, San Diego

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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