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Highlights

  • Private balcony
  • Central air conditioning
  • Hardwood-style flooring
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Prime corner location

Location

5071 55th St, San Diego, CA 92115, USA|College West
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Backyard Brokerage INC

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(858) 888-2382

Property Overview

5071-5073 55th St offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 8.1/10 and especially high scores for price and location, reflecting competitive pricing and excellent access to nearby amenities, including a highly rated elementary school within a short distance. Residents can enjoy an impressive mix of features like a private balcony, central air conditioning, hardwood-style flooring, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a prime corner location, supported by a transparent, detailed listing and a high value-per-square-foot ranking in the area.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 5071-5073 55th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5071-5073 55th 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

5BR/3.0BA5 bed3 bath1,734 sqft$7,700 /mo1 unit availableSpacious home in the ultimate SDSU location just steps from the Aztec Rec Center, Peterson Gym, Fraternity Row, and all major sports facilities. Situated directly behind University Towers on the corner of Mary Lane Drive and 55th Street, this home offers unbeatable access to campus. Wake up and be at practice or in class within minutes. Available starting August 2026 for a one-year lease. Home Features: Prime corner location steps from SDSU Close proximity to gyms, fields, and campus housing Easy walk to campus life and events Lease Terms: Tenant pays utilities (SDG&E, water, internet) Landlord pays for landscaping and pest control This is a rare find for anyone looking to live in the heart of the SDSU community. Reach out for more details or to schedule a tour.

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HomeApartments in San DiegoCollege West 5071-5073 55th St

Spacious home in the ultimate SDSU location just steps from the Aztec Rec Center, Peterson Gym, Fraternity Row, and all major sports facilities. Situated directly behind University Towers on the corner of Mary Lane Drive and 55th Street, this home offers unbeatable access to campus. Wake up and be at practice or in class within minutes. Available starting August 2026 for a one-year lease. Home Features: Prime corner location steps from SDSU Close proximity to gyms, fields, and campus housing Easy walk to campus life and events Lease Terms: Tenant pays utilities (SDG&E, water, internet) Landlord pays for landscaping and pest control This is a rare find for anyone looking to live in the heart of the SDSU community. Reach out for more details or to schedule a tour.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 5071-5073 55th St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5071-5073 55th 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 5071-5073 55th St
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.
5071-5073 55th St 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, 5071-5073 55th St 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.
5071-5073 55th 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 5071-5073 55th 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.

5071-5073 55th St is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 5071-5073 55th St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 4-bedroom is 382 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 5-bedroom is 234 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in College West

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
College West
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 College West
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,495
July 2024$1,684
August 2024$2,029
September 2024$1,952
October 2024$1,948
November 2024$1,914
December 2024$1,950
January 2025$1,965
February 2025$1,965
March 2025$1,947
April 2025$1,968
May 2025$1,960
June 2025$2,022
July 2025$1,940
August 2025$1,901
September 2025$1,910
October 2025$1,971
November 2025$1,969
December 2025$1,999
January 2026$1,975
February 2026$1,950
March 2026$1,978
April 2026$1,885

Schools near 5071-5073 55th St

Hardy Elementary School

5420 montezuma rd

san diego, CA, 92115

K-5Public
A-

Lemon Grove Academy Elementary

7885 golden ave

lemon grove, CA, 91945

K-6Public

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public

Nipaquay Elementary

7900 civita blvd

san diego, CA, 92108

K-5Public

Home & Hosp/Transition Support

4100 normal st annex 14

san diego, CA, 92103

K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 5071 55th St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
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 5071 55th St, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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