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Highlights

  • Onsite laundry
  • Separate dining room
  • Private small patio
  • Freeway access

Location

3510 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Midtown
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Property Overview

Columbia rates an impressive 7.8 out of 10 overall, highlighting its solid standing among rental options. It excels in location (9/10), ensuring easy access to key amenities, while maintaining strong ratings in price (8/10) and amenities (8/10). Notable features include onsite laundry, a separate dining room, and pet-friendly outdoor spaces, making it a well-rounded choice for various lifestyles.

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

7.8
Very Good
Columbia is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathCharming 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment located on the top floor of a quiet 4-plex facing the bay. Vintage hardwood floors throughout. Separate dining room and bedroom. Onsite laundry. Private small patio with additional shared back and front yard. Close to freeway access & restaurants in Mission Hills! Indoor cats allowed and require an additional deposit. No dogs. Renter's insurance required.

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Amenities for Columbia

Building

Cats 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

Dog policy

Not Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 

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Building details

Property details

Units7
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About Columbia

HomeApartments in San DiegoMidtown Columbia

Charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment located on the top floor of a quiet 4-plex facing the bay. Vintage hardwood floors throughout. Separate dining room and bedroom. Onsite laundry. Private small patio with additional shared back and front yard. Close to freeway access & restaurants in Mission Hills! Indoor cats allowed and require an additional deposit. No dogs. Renter's insurance required.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
Columbia is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Columbia
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, Columbia is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Midtown. 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·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, Columbia 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.
Columbia 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·6A 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 Columbia does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Columbia is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 11 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

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 Columbia compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Midtown

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Midtown
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,005
November 2023$1,996
December 2023$1,935
January 2024$1,900
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Midtown
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,802
November 2023$1,772
December 2023$1,771
January 2024$1,740
February 2024$1,723
March 2024$1,695
April 2024$1,710
May 2024$1,700
June 2024$1,855
July 2024$1,995
August 2024$1,840
September 2024$1,717
October 2024$1,726
November 2024$1,718
December 2024$1,781
January 2025$1,787
February 2025$1,714
March 2025$1,772
April 2025$1,717
May 2025$1,838
June 2025$1,899
July 2025$2,019
August 2025$2,035
September 2025$1,850

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Getting around San Diego near 3510 Columbia St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 3510 Columbia St, San Diego

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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