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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Lush greenery
  • Sparkling pool
  • Community garden
  • Onsite laundry facility, onsite manager
  • Energy-efficient washer/dryers
  • Animal-friendly

Location

4484 Illinois St, San Diego, CA 92116, USA|North Park
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Management

Community at Carnegie, LLC

Leasing office

(619) 235-5616

Property Overview

Community at Joy is highly regarded with a Zumper expert rating of 8.6, reflecting its appeal as a solid rental option. It features lush greenery, a sparkling pool, a community garden, and an onsite laundry facility, enhancing its attractiveness. Additionally, it offers excellent value for price, distinguished amenities, a prime location with outstanding access to local attractions, and a credible trustworthiness rating, making it a desirable choice for various lifestyles.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” 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, Community at Joy is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Community at Joy has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,950 /mo1 unit availableApartment complex has BBQ, pool, bocce ball court and your very own reusable grocery bags. All of this PLUS your standard amenities such as: onsite laundry facility, an onsite manager, etc. Walking distance to Coffee & Tea Collective, Polite Provisions, and much more. Cat and Dog allowed on approval – monthly pet rent of $50.00 Min lease terms = 1 year lease Deposit = to 1 month’s rent

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Amenities for Community at Joy

Apartment Amenities

Full Kitchen

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Community GardenOutdoor Space
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Community at Joy

HomeApartments in San DiegoNorth Park Community at Joy

Welcome to the Community at Joy, a vibrant and dynamic living space located in North Park. Our community offers a variety of amenities designed to enhance your living experience. Enjoy the lush greenery of our community garden, or host a fun-filled BBQ with friends and family. For those who love to stay active, our bocce ball court and bike room are perfect for you. We also have a sparkling pool for those hot summer days. Our community is animal-friendly, so your furry friends are always welcome. We prioritize your convenience with 24/7 controlled access, energy-efficient washer/dryers on site, and the ability to make online rent payments. Our community common areas are perfect for socializing and getting to know your neighbors. Plus, with easy access to public transportation, the city is at your fingertips. Experience the joy of community living at the Community at Joy.


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, Community at Joy is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Community at Joy 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 Community at Joy
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.
Community at Joy 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·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, Community at Joy 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.
Community at Joy 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Community at Joy to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Community at Joy is great for:

Pet owners

  • 15 pet grooming services nearby
  • 35 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 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 Community at Joy compares to other nearby properties.

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in North Park

1-bedroom apartments at Community at Joy cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Park.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
North Park
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,898
April 2024$1,976
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$1,872
A table of studio rental data trends in North Park
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,868
April 2024$1,834
May 2024$1,761
June 2024$1,784
July 2024$1,933
August 2024$1,915
September 2024$1,872
October 2024$1,933
November 2024$1,962
December 2024$1,970
January 2025$2,183
February 2025$2,095
March 2025$1,817
April 2025$1,753
May 2025$1,852
June 2025$1,945
July 2025$1,907
August 2025$1,832
September 2025$1,825
October 2025$1,817
November 2025$1,796
December 2025$1,795
January 2026$1,807
February 2026$1,826

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$78,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near Community at Joy

Garfield Elementary School

4487 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92116

K-5Public
A-

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
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Neighborhood

North Park | San Diego, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Diego near 4484 Illinois St

Walking

8/10
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

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

Points of interest for 4484 Illinois St, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of 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

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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