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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Floor to ceiling windows
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Spacious bathroom
  • Onsite manager
  • Urban life
  • Energy efficient laundry facilities

Location

525 C St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA|Core-Columbia
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Management

Community at Carnegie, LLC

Leasing office

(619) 235-5616

Property Overview

This Live/Work Loft features impressive floor-to-ceiling windows, a fully equipped kitchen, and spacious bathroom, complemented by energy-efficient laundry facilities. With a Zumper rating of 8.2, it excels in amenities (10), location (9), quality (9), and trustworthiness (8), highlighting its appeal as a prime option for renters seeking an urban lifestyle with essential conveniences. The presence of an onsite manager further enhances its desirability and assurance of responsive management.

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, Live/Work Loft Available NOW! is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Live/Work Loft Available NOW! 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath753 sqft$1,637 /mo1 unit availableBeautiful Loft in Downtown San Diego

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Amenities for Live/Work Loft Available NOW!

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove
Full Sized FridgeRange

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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units28
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About Live/Work Loft Available NOW!

HomeApartments in San DiegoCore-Columbia Live/Work Loft Available NOW!

Discover a truly unique live/work loft located in the iconic Historic Scripps Building, where the vibrant energy of urban life blends seamlessly with creative freedom. This spacious area is ideal for artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators, providing an inspiring environment that combines affordable functionality with undeniable style in the heart of Downtown. Each live/work loft is equipped with a full-sized fridge, dishwasher, and electric stove. Designed with affordability in mind, this space offers an exceptional opportunity for those seeking to balance work and creativity without overspending. A utility surcharge fee of $50 for the first occupant and $25 for the second occupant covers 100% of water, trash, and recycling services. Tenants are responsible for setting up an electric account with SDG&E. Pets are welcome with manager approval, subject to a $100 monthly fee per pet (limit of 2).


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, Live/Work Loft Available NOW! is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Live/Work Loft Available NOW! 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 Live/Work Loft Available NOW!
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, Live/Work Loft Available NOW! is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Core-Columbia. 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.
Live/Work Loft Available NOW! 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.
Live/Work Loft Available NOW! 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.
Live/Work Loft Available NOW! 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.

Live/Work Loft Available NOW! is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 859 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 798 mixed-use spaces nearby

Pet owners

  • 5 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 13 pet grooming services nearby
  • 26 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 135 parks within a mile
  • Energy efficient appliances

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 Live/Work Loft Available NOW! compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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 0.5 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Core-Columbia

1-bedroom apartments at Live/Work Loft Available NOW! cost about 38% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Core-Columbia.

Median rents as of Dec 27 2025.
Core-Columbia
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$1,895
February 2024$1,895
March 2024$1,888
April 2024$1,976
May 2024$1,930
June 2024$1,925
July 2024$1,975
August 2024$1,995
September 2024$1,992
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Core-Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$2,419
February 2024$2,369
March 2024$2,474
April 2024$2,399
May 2024$3,011
June 2024$2,514
July 2024$2,380
August 2024$2,336
September 2024$2,279
October 2024$2,359
November 2024$2,379
December 2024$2,200
January 2025$2,144
February 2025$2,133
March 2025$2,128
April 2025$2,070
May 2025$1,977
June 2025$2,177
July 2025$2,190
August 2025$2,200
September 2025$2,103
October 2025$2,051
November 2025$2,131
December 2025$2,136

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,480 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,637.
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san diego, CA, 92110

K-12Public
B+

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san diego, CA, 92117

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Getting around San Diego near 525 C St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
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

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 525 C St, San Diego

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

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

Cafes

9/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

10/10
Variety of restaurants right on the street

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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