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Highlights
- Air conditioning
- In unit laundry
- Vibrant neighborhoods
- Easy access
Location
2120 Mission Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA|University Heights
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Property Overview
2120 Mission Avenue offers strong value, with a high expert rating, competitive pricing, and standout scores for location, amenities, and trustworthiness. It features air conditioning and in-unit laundry, and its setting provides easy access to vibrant neighborhoods and nearby conveniences.
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
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Great for
Wellness
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 255 sqft | $1,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Take advantage of limited-time move-in specials and make your move to this charming studio, 1-bathroom apartment in a convenient San Diego location. Enjoy a bright, comfortable layout with AC and in unit laundry for added convenience. Located near shopping, dining, parks, entertainment, public transportation, and major freeways, making it easy to get around San Diego. Features: Studio | 1 Bathroom Air Conditioning Convenient Central San Diego Location Limited-Time Move-In Specials Don't miss your chance—schedule a tour today! | |
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 900+ sqft | $3,295 /mo | 2 units available | Now is the perfect time to make your move! Take advantage of limited-time move-in specials designed to make your transition simple and affordable. Welcome to 2120 Mission Avenue, a beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment offering the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. This inviting home features a spacious layout with plenty of natural light, well-sized bedrooms, and ample living space designed for comfortable everyday living. Enjoy the convenience of a central San Diego location with easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, public transportation, and major freeways. Whether you're commuting to work, heading to the beach, or exploring the city's vibrant neighborhoods, everything you need is just minutes away. This welcoming community provides the ideal setting for those seeking both comfort and accessibility. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful apartment your next home! |
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About 2120 Mission Avenue
Now is the perfect time to make your move! Take advantage of limited-time move-in specials designed to make your transition simple and affordable. Welcome to 2120 Mission Avenue, a beautifully maintained 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment offering the perfect combination of comfort and convenience. This inviting home features a spacious layout with plenty of natural light, well-sized bedrooms, and ample living space designed for comfortable everyday living. Enjoy the convenience of a central San Diego location with easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment, public transportation, and major freeways. Whether you're commuting to work, heading to the beach, or exploring the city's vibrant neighborhoods, everything you need is just minutes away. This welcoming community provides the ideal setting for those seeking both comfort and accessibility. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful apartment your next home!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 2120 Mission Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2120 Mission Avenue 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·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.
2120 Mission Avenue 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, 2120 Mission Avenue 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.
2120 Mission Avenue 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 2120 Mission Avenue 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.
2120 Mission Avenue 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 2120 Mission Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 550 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.3 miles away
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Rent trends in University Heights
Studio apartments at 2120 Mission Avenue cost about 4% less than the average rent price for studios in University Heights.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2120 Mission Avenue to be 18% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in University Heights.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
University Heights
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,996 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,866 |
| June 2026 | $1,890 |
| July 2026 | $1,865 |
| August 2026 | $1,891 |
| September 2026 | $1,895 |
| October 2026 | $1,883 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,995 |
| December 2024 | $2,242 |
| January 2025 | $2,271 |
| February 2025 | $2,277 |
| March 2025 | $2,315 |
| April 2025 | $2,351 |
| May 2025 | $2,161 |
| June 2025 | $2,065 |
| July 2025 | $2,300 |
| August 2025 | $2,280 |
| September 2025 | $1,914 |
| October 2025 | $1,688 |
| November 2025 | $1,795 |
| December 2025 | $1,695 |
| January 2026 | $1,756 |
| February 2026 | $1,975 |
| March 2026 | $2,195 |
| April 2026 | $2,170 |
| May 2026 | $2,022 |
| June 2026 | $1,910 |
| July 2026 | $1,900 |
| August 2026 | $1,975 |
| September 2026 | $2,082 |
| October 2026 | $1,907 |
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$72,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near 2120 Mission Avenue
Home & Hosp/Transition Support
4100 normal st annex 14
san diego, CA, 92103
K-12Public
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
Nipaquay Elementary
7900 civita blvd
san diego, CA, 92108
K-5Public
San Diego County Community
6401 linda vista rd rm 216
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
C
San Diego County Special Education
6401 linda vista rd rm 409
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
Getting around San Diego near 2120 Mission Ave
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 2120 Mission Ave, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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