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Highlights

  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Gated property
  • Shared laundry onsite
  • Ample street parking
  • Unfurnished downstairs apartment

Location

4476 42nd Street, San Diego, California 92116, United States|Kensington
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Management

Cairncross Property Management Corp

Leasing office

(858) 248-4995

Property Overview

This 8-unit property on 42nd St is highly rated with a Zumper score of 8.3, reflecting its strong value and excellent amenities, including onsite laundry and ample street parking in a quiet neighborhood. Its competitive pricing positions it in the top 75th percentile for value compared to similar properties, and its excellent location is complemented by proximity to top-rated schools. Transparency in the property's management fosters trust among potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, 42nd St (8 Unit) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 42nd St (8 Unit) 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,300 /mo1 unit availableRefreshed and spacious, unfurnished downstairs 2br/1ba apartment available for rent in the Kensington neighborhood in San Diego! There is one parking spot in the back. The property is gated, has shared laundry onsite, and is located in a quiet neighborhood with ample street parking available. The deposit is the same as one month's rent. Listed By Cairncross Property Management DRE# 001926213 Cairncross Property Management and their agents will not be held responsible for errors or omissions. All rental information is subject to change without notice.

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HomeApartments in San DiegoKensington 42nd St (8 Unit)

Refreshed and spacious, unfurnished downstairs 2br/1ba apartment available for rent in the Kensington neighborhood in San Diego! There is one parking spot in the back. The property is gated, has shared laundry onsite, and is located in a quiet neighborhood with ample street parking available. The deposit is the same as one month's rent. Listed By Cairncross Property Management DRE# 001926213 Cairncross Property Management and their agents will not be held responsible for errors or omissions. All rental information is subject to change without notice.


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, 42nd St (8 Unit) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 42nd St (8 Unit) 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 42nd St (8 Unit)
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.
42nd St (8 Unit) 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, 42nd St (8 Unit) 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.
42nd St (8 Unit) 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 42nd St (8 Unit) 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.
42nd St (8 Unit) 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.

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 42nd St (8 Unit) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Kensington

2-bedroom apartments at 42nd St (8 Unit) cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Kensington.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Kensington
San Diego
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,351
January 2024$2,334
February 2024$2,295
March 2024$2,309
April 2024$2,376
May 2024$2,353
June 2024$2,358
July 2024$2,383
August 2024$2,398
September 2024$2,395
October 2024$2,395
November 2024$2,337
December 2024$2,297
January 2025$2,345
February 2025$2,345
March 2025$2,300
April 2025$2,257
May 2025$2,278
June 2025$2,295
July 2025$2,297
August 2025$2,295
September 2025$2,295
October 2025$2,250
November 2025$2,250
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Kensington
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,950
January 2024$1,950
February 2024$1,925
March 2024$1,942
April 2024$1,856
May 2024$1,883
June 2024$1,899
July 2024$1,997
August 2024$2,004
September 2024$2,003
October 2024$1,942
November 2024$1,921
December 2024$1,955
January 2025$1,929
February 2025$1,902
March 2025$1,883
April 2025$1,837
May 2025$1,807
June 2025$2,067
July 2025$2,128
August 2025$2,173
September 2025$1,996
October 2025$1,998
November 2025$1,997

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 42nd St (8 Unit)

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public

Home & Hosp/Transition Support

4100 normal st annex 14

san diego, CA, 92103

K-12Public

Ihigh Virtual Academy

3939 conde st

san diego, CA, 92110

K-12Public
B+

Riley/New Dawn

5650 mt ackerly dr

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public

Whittier K-12

3401 clairemont dr

san diego, CA, 92117

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Kensington | San Diego, CA

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

Getting around San Diego near 4476 42nd Street

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

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 4476 42nd Street, San Diego

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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