5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Cozy living room
Location
4051 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115, USA|Redwood Village - Rolando Park
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Property Overview
College Apartments offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 8.6/10 and a perfect 10/10 for price, indicating excellent balance between cost and features. With high scores for amenities and location, residents can expect convenient access to daily needs like groceries along with off-street parking and a cozy living room. The community is also highly pet-friendly, supported by multiple nearby pet services, and is presented with transparent, trustworthy property information.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 430 sqft | $1,595–$1,695 /mo | 2 units available | RENT REDUCTION: Now available! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom downstairs apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location just minutes from San Diego State University. Property Features: Cozy living room, dinette, kitchen, and bathroom. Off-street parking available on a first-come, first-served basis All major appliances included (No Dishwasher) Trash and water included in rent residents only pay for gas and electricity Don't miss out call today to schedule a private tour! NOTE: Some images are virtually staged for marketing and design purposes/ideas. Pictured furniture is not present in unit and no furniture is offered with rent. |
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Amenities for College Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Wall Heater |
Appliances
| Gas Range | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
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
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 5 |
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About College Apartments
RENT REDUCTION: Now available! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom downstairs apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location just minutes from San Diego State University. Property Features: Cozy living room, dinette, kitchen, and bathroom. Off-street parking available on a first-come, first-served basis All major appliances included (No Dishwasher) Trash and water included in rent residents only pay for gas and electricity Don't miss out call today to schedule a private tour! NOTE: Some images are virtually staged for marketing and design purposes/ideas. Pictured furniture is not present in unit and no furniture is offered with rent.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, College Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, College Apartments 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·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.
College Apartments 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.
College Apartments 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, College Apartments 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.
College Apartments 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 College Apartments 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.
College Apartments is great 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 College Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Redwood Village - Rolando Park
1-bedroom apartments at College Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Redwood Village - Rolando Park.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Redwood Village - Rolando Park
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,395 |
| May 2024 | $2,353 |
| June 2024 | $2,358 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,700 |
| June 2024 | $1,720 |
| July 2024 | $1,893 |
| August 2024 | $1,870 |
| September 2024 | $1,906 |
| October 2024 | $1,868 |
| November 2024 | $1,824 |
| December 2024 | $1,849 |
| January 2025 | $1,906 |
| February 2025 | $1,749 |
| March 2025 | $1,851 |
| April 2025 | $2,150 |
| May 2025 | $1,699 |
| June 2025 | $1,698 |
| August 2025 | $1,799 |
| November 2025 | $1,850 |
| December 2025 | $1,797 |
| January 2026 | $1,774 |
| February 2026 | $1,826 |
| March 2026 | $1,688 |
| April 2026 | $1,647 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 4051 College Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$63,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near College Apartments
Rolando Park Elementary School
6620 marlowe dr
san diego, CA, 92115
K-5Public
A-
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary
7885 golden ave
lemon grove, CA, 91945
K-6Public
Avondale Elementary School
8401 stansbury st
spring valley, CA, 91977
K-6Public
B-
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
Mountain View
3550 logan ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-8Public
C+
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Getting around San Diego near 4051 College 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
4/10
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 4051 College Ave, San Diego
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Al Hinbe Market
6159 University Ave
University Halal Market
6172 University Ave
Food 4 Less
5975 University Ave
Vons
6155 El Cajon Blvd
Keg N Bottle
6060 El Cajon Blvd
Aminas Boutique
6181 University Ave
Pinup Style & Boutique
6184 University Ave
Avenue Cali Wear
5871 University Ave
Shoe Palace
5911 University Ave
T Shirt Genie
6525 University Ave
Bilkheyr Coffee
6187 University Ave
Fuel ThyCells
6186 University Ave
Hells Coffee Drinkers
4154 Vista Grande Dr
Starbucks
6155 El Cajon Blvd
Mission Brew Coffee
6845 University Ave
Lux Lounge
6184 University Ave
The Dog Society
6331 University Ave
Woodstock's Pizza SDSU
6145 El Cajon Blvd
Pure Hookah Lounge
5963 El Cajon Blvd
Tap Truck USA
Vons Floral
6155 El Cajon Blvd
Vons Bakery
6155 El Cajon Blvd
Talents of A Joyful Mom
Walmart Bakery
3412 College Ave
Sam's Club Bakery
6336 College Grove Way
Clay Park
Clay Park
Vista la Mesa Park
Montezuma Park
Sunshine Park
Island Spice Jamaican
6109 University Ave
Armando Rios Taco Shop
6101 University Ave
African Spices
6197 University Ave
Tio's Restaurant
6191 University Ave
Taco Bell
6104 University Ave
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