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4159 Madison Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA|Kensington
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Property Overview
4159 Madison Avenue is a well-rounded, highly rated option with an overall expert score of 8/10, reflecting strong value, quality, and renter appeal. With excellent scores for price (9/10), location (9/10), and amenities (8/10), plus a furnished unit and detailed, transparent listing (7/10 trustworthiness), it offers competitive comfort and convenience, with public transportation available a short drive away.
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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 4159 Madison Avenue - 1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | $3,400 /mo | This is a furnished unit. We do not do leases over 6 months long. |
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About 4159 Madison Avenue
This is a furnished unit. We do not do leases over 6 months long.
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.
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Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 4159 Madison Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4159 Madison Avenue 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·9A 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.
4159 Madison Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 4159 Madison Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
4159 Madison Avenue 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 4159 Madison Avenue 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.
4159 Madison Avenue 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 4159 Madison Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Kensington
2-bedroom apartments at 4159 Madison Avenue cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Kensington.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Kensington
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,370 |
| 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 | $2,250 |
| December 2025 | $2,265 |
| January 2026 | $2,214 |
| February 2026 | $2,200 |
| March 2026 | $2,198 |
| April 2026 | $2,199 |
| May 2026 | $2,199 |
| June 2026 | $2,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,985 |
| July 2024 | $1,997 |
| August 2024 | $2,004 |
| September 2024 | $2,003 |
| October 2024 | $1,942 |
| November 2024 | $1,921 |
| December 2024 | $1,955 |
| January 2025 | $1,929 |
| February 2025 | $1,902 |
| March 2025 | $1,883 |
| April 2025 | $1,837 |
| May 2025 | $1,807 |
| June 2025 | $2,067 |
| July 2025 | $2,128 |
| August 2025 | $2,173 |
| September 2025 | $1,996 |
| October 2025 | $1,998 |
| November 2025 | $1,997 |
| December 2025 | $1,983 |
| January 2026 | $1,961 |
| February 2026 | $1,875 |
| March 2026 | $1,962 |
| April 2026 | $2,286 |
| May 2026 | $2,179 |
| June 2026 | $2,198 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$136,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $136,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,400.
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Schools near 4159 Madison Avenue
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
Nipaquay Elementary
7900 civita blvd
san diego, CA, 92108
K-5Public
San Diego SOAR Academy
2801 meadow lark dr
san diego, CA, 92123
K-12Public
San Diego County Community
6401 linda vista rd rm 216
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Kensington | San Diego, CA
Getting around San Diego near 4159 Madison Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 4159 Madison Ave, 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
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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