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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Elevator
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Off street parking
  • Spectacular view
  • Senior neighborhood

Location

1050 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Management

EPM Asset Management, Inc

Leasing office

(619) 669-8873

Property Overview

Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest offers spacious apartments, an elevator, onsite laundry facilities, off-street parking, and a scenic view in a senior neighborhood. With an 8.8/10 expert rating, strong price and location scores, high amenities and quality marks, plus excellent value for money, it stands out as a well-rounded option in a convenient setting.

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, Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,895 /mo1 unit availableHillcrest Regency is a senior (55 yr or older), 47 unit building, in the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest. An incredible location and walk able, to shops, entertainment, dinning, as well as the zoo, Balboa park, public transportation, and the 163, 805, and 8 freeways. 1 bedroom 1 bath on 2nd floor with west facing small patio off bedroom and small patio off living room facing south. Our community offers affordable and spacious apartments, to meet anyone's budget! Hillcrest Regency is a must-see community, we offer an array of amenities for our residents, onsite laundry facilities, elevator, and a 4th floor roof top terrace with a spectacular view of the San Diego skyline.

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Amenities for Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest

Appliances

Electric RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units47
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About Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest

HomeApartments in San DiegoHillcrest Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest

Hillcrest Regency is a senior (55 yr or older), 47 unit building, in the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest. An incredible location and walk able, to shops, entertainment, dinning, as well as the zoo, Balboa park, public transportation, and the 163, 805, and 8 freeways. 1 bedroom 1 bath on 2nd floor with west facing small patio off bedroom and small patio off living room facing south. Our community offers affordable and spacious apartments, to meet anyone's budget! Hillcrest Regency is a must-see community, we offer an array of amenities for our residents, onsite laundry facilities, elevator, and a 4th floor roof top terrace with a spectacular view of the San Diego skyline.


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, Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest 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 Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest
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, Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Hillcrest. 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·10A 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.
Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest 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.
Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest 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·7A 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.
Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest is great for:

Pet owners

  • 10 pet grooming services nearby
  • 25 pet supply stores near the property
  • 8 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile

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 Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Hillcrest

1-bedroom apartments at Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,995
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Hillcrest
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,845
November 2024$1,897
December 2024$1,997
January 2025$2,095
February 2025$2,057
March 2025$1,937
April 2025$1,782
May 2025$1,762
June 2025$1,778
July 2025$1,885
August 2025$2,053
September 2025$2,038
October 2025$1,883
November 2025$1,938
December 2025$1,898
January 2026$1,980
February 2026$1,947
March 2026$1,851
April 2026$1,845
May 2026$1,815
June 2026$1,835
July 2026$1,811
August 2026$1,811
September 2026$1,885

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$75,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,895.
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Schools near Age 55+ Senior Property in the Heart of HIllcrest

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
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Getting around San Diego near 1050 Essex St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1050 Essex St, 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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
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

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

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