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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Eclectic neighborhood
  • Vinyl floors
  • Utilities not included
  • Recent renovation

Location

3968 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Capital Asset Management

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(619) 432-8713

Property Overview

Hillcrest stands out for its strong overall value, excellent amenities, and highly convenient location, with on-site laundry, off-street parking, vinyl floors, and a recent renovation adding to its appeal. It also offers an eclectic neighborhood setting and strong nearby access for pet-friendly living and an active social life, while utilities are not included.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Hillcrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillcrest 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath600 sqft$2,200 /mo1 unit availableAvailable to View Now! This one bedroom, one bathroom, has a charming feel with original architecture and recent renovation (Current Pictures do not reflect the renovation) . It also features vinyl floors and is very light and bright. This unit has 1 off-street parking inside Hillcrest Village right across the street. Shared Laundry On-Site! Rent: $2,200.00 Deposit: Equal to one month's rent. Utilities are not Included and are bill to the tenant: -Water -Trash -Sewer Tenant pays for gas & electric directly. Pets allowed: one cat or one small dog under 30 pounds Pet Rent: Dog- $50.00, Cat- $35.00 For booking an appointment to see this unit please text only from 9:30am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday (619) 432-8713

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Amenities for Hillcrest

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKCommunity Patio
Controlled AccessDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Gated Community
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

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units10
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About Hillcrest

HomeApartments in San DiegoHillcrest Hillcrest

Available to View Now! This one bedroom, one bathroom, has a charming feel with original architecture and recent renovation (Current Pictures do not reflect the renovation) . It also features vinyl floors and is very light and bright. This unit has 1 off-street parking inside Hillcrest Village right across the street. Shared Laundry On-Site! Rent: $2,200.00 Deposit: Equal to one month's rent. Utilities are not Included and are bill to the tenant: -Water -Trash -Sewer Tenant pays for gas & electric directly. Pets allowed: one cat or one small dog under 30 pounds Pet Rent: Dog- $50.00, Cat- $35.00 For booking an appointment to see this unit please text only from 9:30am to 5:00pm Monday-Friday (619) 432-8713


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Hillcrest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest
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.
Hillcrest 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·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.
Hillcrest 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.
Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest 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.

Hillcrest is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options
  • 319 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Pet owners

  • 10 pet grooming services nearby
  • 23 pet supply stores near the property
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park 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 Hillcrest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 151 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Hillcrest

1-bedroom apartments at Hillcrest cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
A table of studio rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,983
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 Hillcrest
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,895
October 2024$1,845
November 2024$1,897
December 2024$1,997
January 2025$2,095
February 2025$2,057
March 2025$1,937
April 2025$1,782
May 2025$1,762
June 2025$1,778
July 2025$1,885
August 2025$2,053
September 2025$2,038
October 2025$1,883
November 2025$1,938
December 2025$1,898
January 2026$1,980
February 2026$1,947
March 2026$1,851
April 2026$1,845
May 2026$1,815
June 2026$1,835
July 2026$1,811
August 2026$1,811
September 2026$1,880

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near Hillcrest

Florence Elementary School

3914 first ave

san diego, CA, 92103

K-5Public
B+

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

San Diego County Community

6401 linda vista rd rm 216

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public
C

San Diego County Special Education

6401 linda vista rd rm 409

san diego, CA, 92111

K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 3968 5th Ave

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 3968 5th Ave, San Diego

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
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

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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