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4250 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
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Property Overview
4th Avenue Apartments earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price and location, alongside solid scores for amenities and trustworthiness. It also ranks well for value per square foot, making it an appealing option for renters looking for a competitive mix of affordability, convenience, and features.
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
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Floor plans
| 22-1x1 A | 1 bed | 1 bath | 713 sqft | $2,333 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 4th Avenue Apartments
Building
| Dogs OK |
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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
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Cat Policy
Not allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 126 |
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About 4th Avenue Apartments
4th Avenue Apartments cost $2,333 per month. Located at 4250 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA, 4th Avenue Apartments has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in San Diego, renting an apartment at 4th Avenue Apartments is 5% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around San Diego include but are not limited to: 3394 Daley Center Dr, 615 Sea Vale St, 5711 Water St, 5055 Saratoga Ave
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 4th Avenue Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4th Avenue Apartments 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.
4th Avenue 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, 4th Avenue 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.
4th Avenue 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·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 4th Avenue Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
4th Avenue Apartments 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.
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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 4th Avenue Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 78 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Hillcrest
1-bedroom apartments at 4th Avenue Apartments cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,885 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 4250 4th Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$93,320/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $93,320 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,333.
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Schools near 4th Avenue Apartments
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
San Diego County Special Education
6401 linda vista rd rm 409
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
San Diego County Community
6401 linda vista rd rm 216
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
C
Alba
4041 oregon st
san diego, CA, 92104
1-12Public
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Neighborhood
Hillcrest | San Diego, CA
Getting around San Diego near 4250 4th Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
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 4250 4th Ave, San Diego
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Whole Foods Market
711 University Ave
Lazy Acres Natural Market
422 W Washington St
Ralphs
1020 University Ave
Vom Fass
1050 University Ave
Trader Joe's
1090 University Ave
Assistance League of San Diego
108 University Ave
Buffalo Exchange
3862 5th Ave
Flashbacks, Inc
3849 5th Ave
Footwear Etc
127 W University Ave
Village Hat Shop
3821 4th Ave
Dunkin'
409 Washington St
Corner Taffee SD Inc
3995 5th Ave
Kona Coffee
3995 5th Ave
Copper Top Coffee
101 W Washington St
Peet's Coffee
350 University Ave
Martinis Above Fourth
3940 4th Ave
Snooze
3940 5th Ave
C J's Club
222 W Washington St
Urban Mo's Bar & Grill
308 University Ave
Mint Cafe & Lounge
401 University Ave
Nothing Bundt Cakes
330 Lewis St
Starry Lane Bakery
3925 4th Ave
GNC
658 University Ave
UNCLE BIFF'S CALIFORNIA KILLER COOKIES
650 University Ave
Bread & Cie
350 University Ave
Mercy Plaza
Forest
The Society Dog Park
Park
Forest
Los Panchos Tacos & Cantina
441 Washington St
Domino's
126 Washington St
Los Panchos Taco Shop
409 Washington St
Dunkin'
409 Washington St
Panda Express
120 Washington St
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UCSD Hospital - Euclid Transit Center
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