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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Onsite laundry
  • Professionally managed
  • Gas stove
  • Plank flooring
  • No utilities included

Location

2621 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Park West
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Management

TORREY PINES PROPERTY MGMT, INC.

Leasing office

(619) 296-8802

Property Overview

Palms Apartments receives strong ratings across various categories, with an overall expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. The property features impressive amenities, including air conditioning and onsite laundry, contributing to a high amenities rating of 9 out of 10. Its prime location offers unparalleled convenience, further underscoring its competitive pricing, while its trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10 highlights the property's commitment to transparency and quality management.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Palms Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Palms Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath550 sqft$1,825 /mo1 unit available*OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, January 31st from 9:00am to 10:00am. Open house times are subject to change. Please check our TPPM website at www torreypinespm com for the most up to date information.* BANKERS HILL: Now offering a 1 bedroom apartment in a charming community with a vintage feel! Enjoy living in the heart of Bankers Hill in our 12-unit complex with onsite laundry and a peaceful community grass area where residents can relax. This location places you close to many of San Diego’s most popular spots. Balboa Park is just moments away with its museums, gardens, and trails. Nearby restaurants like Mister A’s, Parc Bistro-Brasserie, and Barrio Star are all open and offer a variety of great dining options. You can also enjoy local favorites in Hillcrest such as Hash House A Go Go, Great Maple, and Better Buzz Coffee, all operating and just a short distance from the property. With easy access to Little Italy, the San Diego Zoo, and Downtown, this apartment offers a central hub for convenience, culture, and great food. Call now for more information! 360 tour: https app cloudpano com tours Fvp5uMlFb No utilities included. Street parking. Schedule a Showing: https showmojo com l 375a08c0d7 2629-1st-avenue-unit-10-san-diego-ca-92103?g=1 Apply Now: https www on-site com apply property 716247 Contact us today! (619) 296-8802 **** www torreypinespm com All Applicants must have the following: -Verifiable Monthly Income of 2.5 Times the Monthly Rent. -Good Credit and Rental History. -A Valid Drivers License or Identification. -Renters Insurance Required Professionally managed by Torrey Pines Property Mgmt. Inc. *Move-in concession offer is subject to landlord approval outlined in the Application Guidelines.

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Amenities for Palms Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Plank Flooring

Appliances

Gas RangeRange

Building

First Floor ApartmentOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Community CourtyardOutdoor Space
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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About Palms Apartments

HomeApartments in San DiegoPark West Palms Apartments

*OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, January 31st from 9:00am to 10:00am. Open house times are subject to change. Please check our TPPM website at www torreypinespm com for the most up to date information.* BANKERS HILL: Now offering a 1 bedroom apartment in a charming community with a vintage feel! Enjoy living in the heart of Bankers Hill in our 12-unit complex with onsite laundry and a peaceful community grass area where residents can relax. This location places you close to many of San Diego’s most popular spots. Balboa Park is just moments away with its museums, gardens, and trails. Nearby restaurants like Mister A’s, Parc Bistro-Brasserie, and Barrio Star are all open and offer a variety of great dining options. You can also enjoy local favorites in Hillcrest such as Hash House A Go Go, Great Maple, and Better Buzz Coffee, all operating and just a short distance from the property. With easy access to Little Italy, the San Diego Zoo, and Downtown, this apartment offers a central hub for convenience, culture, and great food. Call now for more information! 360 tour: https app cloudpano com tours Fvp5uMlFb No utilities included. Street parking. Schedule a Showing: https showmojo com l 375a08c0d7 2629-1st-avenue-unit-10-san-diego-ca-92103?g=1 Apply Now: https www on-site com apply property 716247 Contact us today! (619) 296-8802 **** www torreypinespm com All Applicants must have the following: -Verifiable Monthly Income of 2.5 Times the Monthly Rent. -Good Credit and Rental History. -A Valid Drivers License or Identification. -Renters Insurance Required Professionally managed by Torrey Pines Property Mgmt. Inc. *Move-in concession offer is subject to landlord approval outlined in the Application Guidelines.


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 Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Palms Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Palms Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Palms Apartments
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, Palms Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Park West. 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.
Palms Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including community courtyard. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Palms Apartments 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.
Palms 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 Palms 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·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.

Palms Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 96 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options
  • 84 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 Palms Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Park West

1-bedroom apartments at Palms Apartments cost about 27% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Park West.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Park West
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 Park West
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,895
March 2024$1,850
April 2024$1,826
May 2024$1,821
June 2024$1,836
July 2024$1,890
August 2024$1,976
September 2024$2,128
October 2024$2,215
November 2024$2,103
December 2024$1,895
January 2025$1,928
February 2025$1,932
March 2025$1,857
April 2025$1,797
May 2025$1,879
June 2025$1,982
July 2025$2,115
August 2025$1,924
September 2025$1,846
October 2025$1,866
November 2025$1,835
December 2025$2,032
January 2026$1,946

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Can I afford to live at 2621 1st Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,825.
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Schools near Palms 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

Alba

4041 oregon st

san diego, CA, 92104

1-12Public

Ihigh Virtual Academy

3939 conde st

san diego, CA, 92110

K-12Public
B+

Whittier K-12

3401 clairemont dr

san diego, CA, 92117

K-12Public
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Getting around San Diego near 2621 1st Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
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 2621 1st Ave, San Diego

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
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

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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