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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Washer and dryer onsite
  • Well-maintained property grounds
  • Easy freeway and transit access
  • All stainless steel appliances
  • Small, boutique apartment community
  • Quiet residential street location

Location

4173 Altadena Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, USA|Colina Del Sol
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Management

Valor Property Management

Leasing office

(619) 314-0136

Property Overview

Altadena Apartments presents a strong overall profile with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its appeal to renters due to excellent amenities and competitive pricing. The property features top-tier amenities, including onsite laundry and stainless steel appliances, and a prime location just 0.16 miles from a highly-rated elementary school, enhancing the quality of life for residents. With a commendable trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, it offers transparency about its offerings, ensuring potential renters have a clear understanding of what to expect.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Altadena Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Altadena Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,395 /mo1 unit availableUnit is Still occupied cannot show it until end of March Beautifully 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment in San Diego! Downstairs unit All stainless steel appliances with microwave and dishwasher. Beautiful wood like vinyl floors throughout. New paint. Washer and dryer onsite 1 assigned parking spot Rent:$2,395.00 Deposit: $1,000 App Fee: $25.00 Call or Text Monica Today! (619) 314-0136

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Amenities for Altadena Apartments

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.

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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
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About Altadena Apartments

HomeApartments in San DiegoColina Del Sol Altadena Apartments

Altadena Apartments are a centrally located residential community in the heart of San Diego’s vibrant City Heights neighborhood. This well-positioned property offers convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, and major transportation routes, making everyday living both simple and connected! Community Features • Off Street Parking • Pet Friendly Community • Quiet residential street location • Small, boutique apartment community • Convenient access to shopping and dining • Close to parks and recreation • Easy freeway and transit access • Well-maintained property grounds Altadena Apartments offers comfortable living with a convenient central San Diego location—perfect for residents seeking accessibility, value, and neighborhood charm. Prime Central San Diego Location – Approximate Distance to Nearby Favorites • City Heights Urban Village shopping & dining – ~1 mile • Colina Del Sol Park & Recreation Center – ~1.5 miles • North Park (30th Street restaurants & nightlife) – ~3 miles • San Diego State University (SDSU) – ~4 miles • Mission Valley shopping & entertainment – ~6 miles • Balboa Park museums & recreation – ~5 miles • Downtown San Diego – ~8 miles • I-15 Freeway access – ~2 miles • I-8 Freeway access – ~3 miles For more information or to schedule a tour, please call or text Frank "Panch" Fushille at (619) 609-1047 today! Professionally Managed by Valor Property Management


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Altadena Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Altadena Apartments 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 Altadena Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Altadena Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Altadena Apartments 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.
Altadena Apartments 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 Altadena Apartments 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.

Altadena Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 Altadena Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Colina Del Sol

2-bedroom apartments at Altadena Apartments cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Colina Del Sol.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Colina Del Sol
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,922
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
January 2026$1,909
February 2026$1,874
March 2026$1,895
A table of studio rental data trends in Colina Del Sol
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,691
July 2024$1,652
September 2024$1,622
October 2024$1,595
November 2024$1,595
December 2024$1,700
January 2025$1,675
February 2025$1,650
June 2025$1,682
January 2026$1,695
February 2026$1,660

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Altadena Apartments

Fay Elementary School

4080 52nd st

san diego, CA, 92105

K-5Public
C+

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public

Lemon Grove Academy Elementary

7885 golden ave

lemon grove, CA, 91945

K-6Public

Home & Hosp/Transition Support

4100 normal st annex 14

san diego, CA, 92103

K-12Public

Nipaquay Elementary

7900 civita blvd

san diego, CA, 92108

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

Colina Del Sol | San Diego, CA

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

Getting around San Diego near 4173 Altadena Ave

Walking

6/10
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 4173 Altadena Ave, San Diego

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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