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Highlights

  • Private patio
  • Best places to live
  • Luxury vinyl flooring
  • Fully furnished new kitchen

Location

1646 J Street, San Diego, California 92101, United States|East Village
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Management

Mar Group

Leasing office

(619) 738-6830 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Downtown Modern Smart Home receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.9, highlighting its competitive pricing and excellent location with a score of 9 out of 10. Notable features include a private patio, luxury vinyl flooring, and a fully furnished kitchen, contributing to its strong amenities rating of 8. With a high value for money, it is ideal for those seeking a vibrant social life, given the abundance of nearby cultural and dining options.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Downtown Modern Smart Home is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Downtown Modern Smart Home 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath1,400 sqft$3,500 /mo1 unit availableInspired by the contemporary homes that combine timeless design with cutting edge tech. Truly one of a kind in downtown SD. Features- - Fully Furnished - Totally New Kitchen - Luxury Vinyl Flooring - Ring Smart home System with Video and Mobile Locking System - Private Patio - Modern Landscaping East Village is Downtown San Diego's fastest growing neighborhood, with a new park being finished just blocks away, new restaurants popping up all around and exciting nightlife all at walking distance, this is one of the best places to live in this great city.

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Amenities for Downtown Modern Smart Home

Apartment Amenities

Large PatioPatio
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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One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About Downtown Modern Smart Home

HomeApartments in San DiegoEast Village Downtown Modern Smart Home

Inspired by the contemporary homes that combine timeless design with cutting edge tech. Truly one of a kind in downtown SD. Features- - Fully Furnished - Totally New Kitchen - Luxury Vinyl Flooring - Ring Smart home System with Video and Mobile Locking System - Private Patio - Modern Landscaping East Village is Downtown San Diego's fastest growing neighborhood, with a new park being finished just blocks away, new restaurants popping up all around and exciting nightlife all at walking distance, this is one of the best places to live in this great city.


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Downtown Modern Smart Home is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Downtown Modern Smart Home 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 Downtown Modern Smart Home
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.
Downtown Modern Smart Home 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, Downtown Modern Smart Home 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.
Downtown Modern Smart Home 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.
Downtown Modern Smart Home 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·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.
Downtown Modern Smart Home 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.

Downtown Modern Smart Home is great for:

Social life

  • 686 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 647 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 197 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 73 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 Downtown Modern Smart Home compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in East Village

3-bedroom apartments at Downtown Modern Smart Home cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Village.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
East Village
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
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
October 2025$1,895
November 2025$1,888
December 2025$1,896
January 2026$1,918
A table of studio rental data trends in East Village
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,093
March 2024$2,253
April 2024$2,235
May 2024$2,145
June 2024$2,140
July 2024$2,236
August 2024$2,275
September 2024$2,339
October 2024$2,326
November 2024$2,388
December 2024$2,186
January 2025$2,022
February 2025$2,174
March 2025$2,200
April 2025$2,211
May 2025$2,222
June 2025$2,185
July 2025$2,227
August 2025$2,216
September 2025$2,302
October 2025$2,239
November 2025$2,168
December 2025$2,194
January 2026$2,165

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$140,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $140,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,500.
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Schools near Downtown Modern Smart Home

Sherman Elementary School

301 22nd st

san diego, CA, 92102

K-5Public
B

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
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Getting around San Diego near 1646 J Street

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

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

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1646 J Street, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide 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 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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