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Highlights

  • Gated community
  • High-speed internet
  • Cable tv
  • 55 and older
  • On-site laundry room
  • Recreation center

Location

3835 Swift Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA|Cherokee Point
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Management

Cethron Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 295-1100

Property Overview

Santa Fe Manor earns a strong overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6, with especially high marks for amenities, location, and quality, plus solid value and trustworthiness. It offers gated community living, cable TV, high-speed internet, an on-site laundry room, and a recreation center, while nearby top-rated schools and a good photo set add to its appeal.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Santa Fe Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Fe Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1bd1bth1 bed1 bath450 sqft$1,475 /mo1 unit availableThis apartment complex is reserved for seniors aged 55 and older and is located in the heart of City Heights. The available unit is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated in a gated community with convenient elevator access. The community features an on-site coin-operated laundry room and a Recreation Center that hosts holiday events and social activities for residents. Included with the rent are water, trash, cable TV, and high-speed internet service through Cox Communications. For more information, please visit our website at www cethron com To schedule a viewing appointment, please contact our office at (619) 295-1100. Please note: All occupants must be 55 years of age or older. No exceptions. Photos may be from a similar unit in the complex. Finishes and layout may vary slightly.

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Amenities for Santa Fe Manor

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

Electric StoveRange
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable and Internet
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About Santa Fe Manor

HomeApartments in San DiegoCherokee Point Santa Fe Manor

This apartment complex is reserved for seniors aged 55 and older and is located in the heart of City Heights. The available unit is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment situated in a gated community with convenient elevator access. The community features an on-site coin-operated laundry room and a Recreation Center that hosts holiday events and social activities for residents. Included with the rent are water, trash, cable TV, and high-speed internet service through Cox Communications. For more information, please visit our website at www cethron com To schedule a viewing appointment, please contact our office at (619) 295-1100. Please note: All occupants must be 55 years of age or older. No exceptions. Photos may be from a similar unit in the complex. Finishes and layout may vary slightly.


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, Santa Fe Manor is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Santa Fe Manor has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Santa Fe Manor
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Santa Fe Manor is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Cherokee Point. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Santa Fe Manor goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cable and internet. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Santa Fe Manor 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.
Santa Fe Manor 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·9A 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.
Santa Fe Manor has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

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 Santa Fe Manor compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Cherokee Point

1-bedroom apartments at Santa Fe Manor cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cherokee Point.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Cherokee Point
San Diego
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,375
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
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cherokee Point
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,845
July 2024$1,839
August 2024$1,898
September 2024$1,999
November 2024$1,795
December 2024$1,742
January 2025$1,760
February 2025$1,997
March 2025$1,874
April 2025$1,797
May 2025$1,806
June 2025$1,889
July 2025$1,887
August 2025$1,817
September 2025$1,815
October 2025$1,795
November 2025$1,915
December 2025$1,763
January 2026$1,904
February 2026$1,887
March 2026$1,796
April 2026$1,902
May 2026$1,907
June 2026$1,809

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3835 Swift Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,475.
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Schools near Santa Fe Manor

Cherokee Point Elementary School

3735 38th st

san diego, CA, 92105

K-5Public
B

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

Logan Memorial Educational Campus

2875 ocean view blvd

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 3835 Swift Ave

Walking

7/10
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

5/10
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 3835 Swift Ave, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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