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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Coastal living
  • Shared laundry facility
  • Shared on-site laundry facility
  • Convenient off-street parking
  • Designated off-street parking

Location

4878 Saratoga Ave, San Diego, CA 92107, USA|Ocean Beach
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Management

Walz Properties

Leasing office

(858) 429-7660

Property Overview

4878 Saratoga Ave offers strong overall value with a high expert rating, excellent price-to-value, and a convenient location. It features coastal living, shared on-site laundry, and designated off-street parking, while also standing out for nearby pet-friendly resources and a value per square foot in the 75th percentile.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 4878 Saratoga Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4878 Saratoga 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1bd/1ba1 bed1 bath630 sqft$2,375 /mo1 unit availableCoastal living at 4878 Saratoga Ave in beautiful San Diego, CA! Welcome to your new home on Saratoga Avenue in Ocean Beach. This inviting apartment offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in one of San Diego’s vibrant coastal neighborhoods. Enjoy practical features such as designated off-street parking and a shared on-site laundry facility. The location provides easy access to the beach, local restaurants, shops, and entertainment, making it simple to enjoy everything the Ocean Beach community has to offer. Contact our leasing office today to learn more and schedule a tour of this apartment at 4878 Saratoga Ave.

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Amenities for 4878 Saratoga Ave

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryShared Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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

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Units12

About 4878 Saratoga Ave

HomeApartments in San DiegoOcean Beach 4878 Saratoga Ave

Welcome to 4878 Saratoga Ave in beautiful San Diego, CA! This charming apartment offers convenient off-street parking and a shared laundry facility for your convenience. Located just a short distance from the beach and downtown Ocean Beach, where shops, restaurants, and entertainment are easily accessible. Experience the best of coastal living at 4878 Saratoga Ave. Contact our leasing office today to schedule a tour and make this apartment your new 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 Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 4878 Saratoga Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4878 Saratoga 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 4878 Saratoga 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.
4878 Saratoga 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·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, 4878 Saratoga Ave 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.
4878 Saratoga 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·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 4878 Saratoga Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
4878 Saratoga Ave 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.

4878 Saratoga Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services 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 4878 Saratoga Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 90 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

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Rent trends in Ocean Beach

1-bedroom apartments at 4878 Saratoga Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ocean Beach.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Ocean Beach
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in Ocean Beach
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,895
December 2024$1,700
January 2025$1,840
February 2025$1,695
March 2025$1,835
April 2025$1,945
May 2025$1,795
June 2025$1,822
July 2025$1,876
August 2025$1,931
September 2025$1,902
October 2025$1,904
November 2025$1,880
December 2025$1,920
January 2026$1,987
February 2026$1,909
March 2026$1,895
April 2026$1,907
May 2026$1,995
June 2026$1,961
July 2026$1,982
August 2026$1,955
September 2026$1,977
October 2026$1,995

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 4878 Saratoga Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

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

$95,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $95,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,375.
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Schools near 4878 Saratoga Ave

Ocean Beach Elementary School

4741 santa monica ave

san diego, CA, 92107

K-4Public
A

Ihigh Virtual Academy

3939 conde st

san diego, CA, 92110

K-12Public
B+

San Diego County Special Education

6401 linda vista rd rm 409

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public

San Diego County Community

6401 linda vista rd rm 216

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public
C

Whittier K-12

3401 clairemont dr

san diego, CA, 92117

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Ocean Beach | San Diego, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Diego near 4878 Saratoga Ave

Walking

7/10
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

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 4878 Saratoga Ave, San Diego

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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