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Highlights

  • Character
  • Large kitchen
  • Ample storage
  • Built-in cabinetry

Location

1439 9th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA|Cortez
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Management

IPI Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(619) 962-4358

Property Overview

1439 9th Ave. offers character, a large kitchen, ample storage, and built-in cabinetry, along with strong value for money compared with other nearby properties. It is also close to a top-rated high school, which adds to its overall appeal.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1439 9th Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1439 9th Ave. 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

  • High school nearby
  • Extra storage
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath450 sqft$1,595 /mo1 unit availableCharming studio apartment available in historic Cortez Hill. This unit features a large kitchen with ample storage, built-in cabinetry, and three closets. The building dates back to 1912 and has lots of character. Located in one of downtown San Diego's most popular neighborhoods, adjacent to Balboa Park and San Diego City College. Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park are just minutes away. This one won't last long - schedule a viewing today! Rental requirements: gross monthly income equal to 2.5 x rent, 650 credit score with no late payments, collections, or bankruptcies. Proof of income and copy of government-issued photo ID are required with application. Applications are reviewed in the order received; incomplete applications are not reviewed. No pets considered. Co-signers considered but must submit separate application. Renter's insurance required. All details in advertisement to be confirmed by prospective renters. Photos are of a similar unit in the same building. Utilities (gas, electric, water) are charged to renter at a flat rate of $125 per month. Parking is $60 per month, if available. Listed for rent by IPI Property Management, DRE #02062905

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Amenities for 1439 9th Ave.

Apartment Amenities

Ample StorageBuilt-in Cabinetry
Large KitchenLarge Living Area

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStorage
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About 1439 9th Ave.

HomeApartments in San DiegoCortez 1439 9th Ave.

Charming studio apartment available in historic Cortez Hill. This unit features a large kitchen with ample storage, built-in cabinetry, and three closets. The building dates back to 1912 and has lots of character. Located in one of downtown San Diego's most popular neighborhoods, adjacent to Balboa Park and San Diego City College. Little Italy, the Gaslamp Quarter, and Petco Park are just minutes away. This one won't last long - schedule a viewing today! Rental requirements: gross monthly income equal to 2.5 x rent, 650 credit score with no late payments, collections, or bankruptcies. Proof of income and copy of government-issued photo ID are required with application. Applications are reviewed in the order received; incomplete applications are not reviewed. No pets considered. Co-signers considered but must submit separate application. Renter's insurance required. All details in advertisement to be confirmed by prospective renters. Photos are of a similar unit in the same building. Utilities (gas, electric, water) are charged to renter at a flat rate of $125 per month. Parking is $60 per month, if available. Listed for rent by IPI Property Management, DRE #02062905


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1439 9th Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1439 9th Ave. 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 1439 9th Ave.
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.
1439 9th Ave. 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.
1439 9th Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1439 9th Ave. 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.
1439 9th Ave. 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 1439 9th Ave. 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.

1439 9th Ave. is great for:

Social life

  • 698 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 271 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Area has 109 parks and recreation options
  • 106 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 1439 9th Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Extra storage
In-unit features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Cortez

studio apartments at 1439 9th Ave. cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Cortez.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Cortez
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$1,866
June 2026$1,890
July 2026$1,865
August 2026$1,891
September 2026$1,895
October 2026$1,895
A table of studio rental data trends in Cortez
MonthMedian Rent
January 2026$1,469
February 2026$1,553
March 2026$1,704
April 2026$1,834
May 2026$1,926
June 2026$1,811
July 2026$1,647
August 2026$1,650

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$63,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near 1439 9th Ave.

Monarch School

1625 newton ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public
C

Logan Memorial Educational Campus

2875 ocean view blvd

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public

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

Mountain View

3550 logan ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-8Public
C+
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Getting around San Diego near 1439 9th Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1439 9th Ave, San Diego

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1439 9th Ave

Krisp Pizza
1036 7th Ave
Super Junior Market
1036 7th Ave
Rae's Centre City Market
1440 4th Ave
Franco Whole Foods LLC
Socal Food Group LP

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