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Highlights

  • Character
  • Urban convenience
  • Laundry room
  • Gas range oven
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Waterfront

Location

2164 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA|Park West
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Management

Murfey Company, Inc.

Leasing office

(858) 757-0724 ext. 2

Property Overview

Melrose Apartments offers a strong mix of value, location, and quality, with a 9/10 overall rating and standout scores for price, location, and trustworthiness. Its character, urban convenience, hardwood floors, laundry room, gas range oven, and waterfront setting add appeal, while 22 photos help give renters a clearer sense of the property.

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

9.0
Excellent
Melrose Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableCONTACT US TO TOUR! • Text: 985-200-2522 • Call: (858)-366-7709 2-MONTH FREE-12-MONTH LEASE. *Pics and video are of actual apartment. APARTMENT INFO: - 1st floor apartment. - Gas range oven. - Great natural light. COMMUNITY INFO: - Gated building. - Laundry room. - Walking distance to Balboa Park, restaurants, and bars! NO PETS! Sorry! QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: - Income: Combined monthly gross income of all applicants must meet or exceed 2.5x the monthly rent. Co-signers accepted to meet this requirement. - Credit: FICO 700+: Approved. FICO 650-699: Conditionally approved with increased deposit. FICO 649 or less: Not approved. Co-signers not accepted to meet this requirement. CONTACT US TO TOUR! • Text: 985-200-2522 • Call: 858-328-3935

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Amenities for Melrose Apartments

Building

Communal Laundry Room OnsiteControlled Access
Onsite Laundry
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units16
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About Melrose Apartments

HomeApartments in San DiegoPark West Melrose Apartments

Fall in love with the timeless charm of Melrose Apartments, a classic Bankers Hill community featuring beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and vintage architectural details that give each apartment a unique character. Nestled in one of San Diego's most desirable neighborhoods, Melrose offers the perfect blend of historic charm and urban convenience, just moments from Balboa Park, Little Italy, Downtown San Diego, and the waterfront. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle surrounded by local cafés, restaurants, and cultural attractions while coming home to a residence filled with warmth, character, and classic San Diego appeal.


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
Melrose Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Melrose Apartments
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.
Melrose Apartments 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, Melrose Apartments 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.
Melrose 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·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.
Melrose Apartments 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.

Melrose Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 484 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 101 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Area has 99 parks and recreation options
  • 62 local event hubs within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 99 parks nearby
  • 55 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 73 gyms or yoga centers 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 Melrose Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Park West

studio apartments at Melrose Apartments cost about 20% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Park West.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Park West
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,989
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$1,885
April 2026$1,892
May 2026$1,866
June 2026$1,890
July 2026$1,865
August 2026$1,891
September 2026$1,895
A table of studio rental data trends in Park West
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,260
October 2024$2,215
November 2024$2,103
December 2024$1,895
January 2025$1,928
February 2025$1,932
March 2025$1,857
April 2025$1,797
May 2025$1,879
June 2025$1,982
July 2025$2,115
August 2025$1,924
September 2025$1,846
October 2025$1,866
November 2025$1,835
December 2025$2,032
January 2026$1,931
February 2026$1,834
March 2026$1,842
April 2026$1,857
May 2026$1,795
June 2026$1,795
July 2026$1,789
August 2026$2,148
September 2026$2,248

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Melrose Apartments

Monarch School

1625 newton ave

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public
C

Home & Hosp/Transition Support

4100 normal st annex 14

san diego, CA, 92103

K-12Public

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public

Ihigh Virtual Academy

3939 conde st

san diego, CA, 92110

K-12Public
B+

Logan Memorial Educational Campus

2875 ocean view blvd

san diego, CA, 92113

K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 2164 2nd Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2164 2nd Ave, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

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

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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412 W Cedar St
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