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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • In-unit laundry
  • Modern finishes
  • Ample parking
  • Amazing panoramic view
  • Outdoor enjoyment
  • Oversized garage

Location

1251 Van Nuys St, San Diego, CA 92109, USA|La Jolla Alta
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Management

Tristar Asset Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(858) 251-8007 ext. 2

Property Overview

1251-1253 Van Nuys is rated highly for its strong value, excellent amenities, and convenient location, with in-unit laundry, modern finishes, ample parking, and an oversized garage adding to its appeal. It also stands out for outdoor enjoyment, panoramic views, nearby pet services, and a large photo set that gives renters a clear look at the property.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1251-1253 Van Nuys is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1251-1253 Van Nuys 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,600 sqft$8,950 /mo1 unit availableAvailable now. Move In Special: 1 Month Free! Newly constructed 3 bedroom 2 bath San Diego residence in North Pacific Beach. This home features unparalleled panoramic views of Pacific Beach, Mission Bay & downtown San Diego skyline. Panoramic sliding doors open your living space to the large outdoor deck. Additional features include: - Penthouse unit - Heated bathroom floors - Walk-in master bedroom closet - Private master bedroom balcony - Automatic roller shades - In-unit laundry - High end appliances - Private elevator access to and from garage - Solar - Oversized 2 car garage provides ample room for cars, golf carts, toys etc. Optional: Bottom story unit - 4 bedroom, 3 bath available to make this a 7 bedroom, 5 bath compound with 6 car garage! Terms: 12 Month Lease Tenant responsible for all utilities Pets allowed
7BR/5.0BA7 bed5 bath$21,450 /mo1 unit availableAvailable now. Move In Special: 1 Month Free! 3 story newly constructed 7 bedroom, 5 bath San Diego residence in North Pacific Beach. This home features unparalleled panoramic views of Pacific Beach, Mission Bay & downtown San Diego skyline. Panoramic sliding doors open your living space to the large outdoor decks. Upstairs: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, living area, kitchen Main Floor: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, living area, kitchen Downstairs: 1 bedroom, 1 bath large private retreat with separate entrance and outdoor access Additional features include: - Heated bathroom floors - Walk-in master bedroom closets - Automatic roller shades - In-unit laundry - High end appliances - Private elevator access to and from garage - Large outdoor space - Solar - Oversized 6 car garage provides ample room for cars, golf carts, toys etc. - Fast charge your electric vehicles with dedicated 220v outlets in garage Terms: 12 Month Lease Tenant responsible for all utilities Pets allowed

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Amenities for 1251-1253 Van Nuys

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/OvenWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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HomeApartments in San DiegoLa Jolla Alta 1251-1253 Van Nuys

Available now. Move In Special: 1 Month Free! Newly constructed 3 bedroom 2 bath San Diego residence in North Pacific Beach. This home features unparalleled panoramic views of Pacific Beach, Mission Bay & downtown San Diego skyline. Panoramic sliding doors open your living space to the large outdoor deck. Additional features include: - Penthouse unit - Heated bathroom floors - Walk-in master bedroom closet - Private master bedroom balcony - Automatic roller shades - In-unit laundry - High end appliances - Private elevator access to and from garage - Solar - Oversized 2 car garage provides ample room for cars, golf carts, toys etc. Optional: Bottom story unit - 4 bedroom, 3 bath available to make this a 7 bedroom, 5 bath compound with 6 car garage! Terms: 12 Month Lease Tenant responsible for all utilities Pets allowed


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1251-1253 Van Nuys is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1251-1253 Van Nuys 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 1251-1253 Van Nuys
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.
1251-1253 Van Nuys 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·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.
1251-1253 Van Nuys 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, 1251-1253 Van Nuys 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.
1251-1253 Van Nuys 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 1251-1253 Van Nuys 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.

1251-1253 Van Nuys is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 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 1251-1253 Van Nuys compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

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Rent trends in La Jolla Alta

3-bedroom apartments at 1251-1253 Van Nuys cost about 24% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in La Jolla Alta.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
La Jolla Alta
San Diego
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$4,040
November 2024$4,033
December 2024$4,022
January 2025$4,138
February 2025$4,198
March 2025$4,240
April 2025$4,209
May 2025$4,303
June 2025$4,320
July 2025$4,297
August 2025$4,203
September 2025$4,176
October 2025$4,146
November 2025$4,127
December 2025$4,187
January 2026$4,221
February 2026$4,240
March 2026$4,182
April 2026$4,224
May 2026$4,278
June 2026$4,267
July 2026$4,260
August 2026$4,286
September 2026$4,298
October 2026$4,295
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in La Jolla Alta
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$7,200
August 2025$7,200

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$358,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $358,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $8,950.
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Schools near 1251-1253 Van Nuys

Pacific Beach Elementary School

1234 tourmaline st

san diego, CA, 92109

K-5Public
A-

Whittier K-12

3401 clairemont dr

san diego, CA, 92117

K-12Public

Mt. Everest Academy

4350 mt everest blvd

san diego, CA, 92117

K-12Public
A+

Riley/New Dawn

5650 mt ackerly dr

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public

San Diego County Community

6401 linda vista rd rm 216

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public
C
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Neighborhood

La Jolla Alta | San Diego, CA

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

Getting around San Diego near 1251 Van Nuys St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1251 Van Nuys St, San Diego

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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