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4446 Marlborough Ave, San Diego, CA 92116, USA|Kensington
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Property Overview
Marlborough Avenue achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its strong appeal for renters. It features competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, both rated 8 and 9 out of 10 respectively, indicating outstanding value and quality living. Furthermore, its prime location offers excellent accessibility to nearby schools and scores highly in trustworthiness, ensuring transparency and confidence for potential residents.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,495 /mo | 1 unit available | Comfortable one bed, one bath unit in the heart of San Diego! Kitchen includes full-sized refrigerator and gas stove. Carpeted living area with ceiling fan. Generously sized bedroom with floor-to-ceiling closets. Bath includes upgraded flooring and stylish tile shower. Charming building with laundry on site. Located in San Diego's vibrant Normal Heights neighborhood, this rental is close to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Don't miss this one - schedule a tour today! Rental requirements: gross monthly income equal to 2.5 x rent, 650 credit score with no late payments, collections, or bankruptcies. Proof of income and copy of government-issued photo ID are required with application. Applications are reviewed in the order received; incomplete applications are not reviewed. Co-signers considered but submit a separate application; one co-signer per tenancy. No pets considered. Renter's insurance required. All information in advertisement to be confirmed by renter. Listed for rent by IPI Property Management, DRE #02062905 |
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Amenities for MARLBOROUGH AVENUE
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Trash |
| Upgraded Bath | Water |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Close to Night Life |
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
| Units | 6 |
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About MARLBOROUGH AVENUE
Comfortable one bed, one bath unit in the heart of San Diego! Kitchen includes full-sized refrigerator and gas stove. Carpeted living area with ceiling fan. Generously sized bedroom with floor-to-ceiling closets. Bath includes upgraded flooring and stylish tile shower. Charming building with laundry on site. Located in San Diego's vibrant Normal Heights neighborhood, this rental is close to restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. Don't miss this one - schedule a tour today! Rental requirements: gross monthly income equal to 2.5 x rent, 650 credit score with no late payments, collections, or bankruptcies. Proof of income and copy of government-issued photo ID are required with application. Applications are reviewed in the order received; incomplete applications are not reviewed. Co-signers considered but submit a separate application; one co-signer per tenancy. No pets considered. Renter's insurance required. All information in advertisement to be confirmed by renter. Listed for rent by IPI Property Management, DRE #02062905
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, MARLBOROUGH AVENUE is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, MARLBOROUGH AVENUE has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, MARLBOROUGH AVENUE is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Kensington. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
MARLBOROUGH AVENUE goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to night life. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, MARLBOROUGH AVENUE receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
MARLBOROUGH AVENUE 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 MARLBOROUGH AVENUE 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.
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 MARLBOROUGH AVENUE compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Kensington
1-bedroom apartments at MARLBOROUGH AVENUE cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Kensington.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Kensington
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,295 |
| March 2024 | $2,309 |
| April 2024 | $2,376 |
| May 2024 | $2,353 |
| June 2024 | $2,358 |
| July 2024 | $2,383 |
| August 2024 | $2,398 |
| September 2024 | $2,395 |
| October 2024 | $2,395 |
| November 2024 | $2,337 |
| December 2024 | $2,297 |
| January 2025 | $2,345 |
| February 2025 | $2,345 |
| March 2025 | $2,300 |
| April 2025 | $2,257 |
| May 2025 | $2,278 |
| June 2025 | $2,295 |
| July 2025 | $2,297 |
| August 2025 | $2,295 |
| September 2025 | $2,295 |
| October 2025 | $2,250 |
| November 2025 | $2,250 |
| December 2025 | $2,265 |
| January 2026 | $2,233 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,925 |
| March 2024 | $1,942 |
| April 2024 | $1,856 |
| May 2024 | $1,883 |
| June 2024 | $1,899 |
| July 2024 | $1,997 |
| August 2024 | $2,004 |
| September 2024 | $2,003 |
| October 2024 | $1,942 |
| November 2024 | $1,921 |
| December 2024 | $1,955 |
| January 2025 | $1,929 |
| February 2025 | $1,902 |
| March 2025 | $1,883 |
| April 2025 | $1,837 |
| May 2025 | $1,807 |
| June 2025 | $2,067 |
| July 2025 | $2,128 |
| August 2025 | $2,173 |
| September 2025 | $1,996 |
| October 2025 | $1,998 |
| November 2025 | $1,997 |
| December 2025 | $1,983 |
| January 2026 | $1,987 |
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Can I afford to live at 4446 Marlborough Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$59,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,495.
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Schools near MARLBOROUGH AVENUE
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
Whittier K-12
3401 clairemont dr
san diego, CA, 92117
K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 4446 Marlborough Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
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 4446 Marlborough Ave, San Diego
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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