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Highlights
- Private patio
- Best places to live
- Luxury vinyl flooring
- Fully furnished new kitchen
Location
1646 J St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA|East Village
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Property Overview
Downtown Modern Smart Home offers exceptional value with top-tier expert scores across price, location, quality, and amenities, reflecting a well-managed, trustworthy, and competitively priced option. Its private patio, fully furnished new kitchen, and luxury vinyl flooring complement a vibrant urban setting recognized as one of the best places to live, with hundreds of nearby restaurants, cultural venues, and mixed-use spaces.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- More space
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,400 sqft | $3,500 /mo | 1 unit available | 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. |
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Amenities for Downtown Modern Smart Home
Apartment Amenities
| Large Patio | Patio |
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
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 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
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Very GoodWith 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.
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:
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
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 110 sqft larger than other 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 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Village.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
East Village
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,885 |
| April 2026 | $1,892 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,152 |
| February 2026 | $1,967 |
| March 2026 | $2,004 |
| April 2026 | $1,921 |
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Can I afford to live at 1646 J St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Downtown Modern Smart Home
Sherman Elementary School
301 22nd st
san diego, CA, 92102
K-5Public
B
Monarch School
1625 newton ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-12Public
C
Logan Memorial Educational Campus
2875 ocean view blvd
san diego, CA, 92113
K-12Public
Mountain View
3550 logan ave
san diego, CA, 92113
K-8Public
C+
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 1646 J St
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 St, 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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