5 Hours Ago
Location
3686 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest
Tour 3686 3rd Ave
Contact
Stonewall Properties, Inc.
Nearby rentals
Renter hub
Property management
Apartments for rent San DiegoApartments for rent Pacific BeachApartments for rent Chula VistaApartments for rent El CajonApartments for rent El CajonApartments for rent East VillageApartments for rent VistaApartments for rent CoronadoApartments for rent VistaApartments for rent CoronadoApartments for rent CarlsbadApartments for rent North ParkApartments for rent Imperial BeachApartments for rent Imperial BeachApartments for rent EncinitasApartments Near Me
Houses for rent San DiegoHouses for rent East VillageHouses for rent Chula VistaHouses for rent MarinaHouses for rent Imperial BeachHouses for rent CoronadoHouses for rent CoronadoHouses for rent Little ItalyHouses for rent Clairemont Mesa EastHouses for rent University CityHouses for rent North ParkHouses for rent Core-ColumbiaHouses for rent Mission Valley EastHouses for rent Solana BeachHouses for rent La Jolla VillageHouses for rent near me
Amenities for 3686 3rd Ave, Hillcrest
Apartment Amenities
| Granite Countertops | Linen Closet |
| Luxury Vinyl Plank |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Grounds
| Gated Community | Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Coin Free Laundry |
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
No pets allowed.
Advertisement
About 3686 3rd Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.
Welcome to Third Avenue, located in the heart of Hillcrest at the corner of Third and Pennsylvania Avenue. Our community is within walking distance to ALL restaurants, markets, and bars that Hillcrest has to offer! Bike to Balboa Park, Little Italy or the heart of Downtown all under 10 minutes! We are conveniently located near freeway access and walking distance to a multitude of shopping and dining options. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit is designed with modern living in mind. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, making meal preparation a breeze. The bathroom is beautifully tiled, adding a touch of elegance to your daily routine. The apartment also features new flooring and carpet, ensuring a fresh and clean-living space. The convenience of on-site laundry is enhanced with our coin-free system, saving you time and hassle. The apartment also includes a linen closet and ceiling fans, adding to the comfort and functionality of the space. As a resident of Third Avenue, you'll enjoy the walk-able community with the benefit of off-street parking. Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience at Third Avenue. Upgraded features include the following: • Brand, new stainless-steel appliances throughout kitchen • White shaker cabinets • Granite counter tops • Beautifully remodeled bathroom with subway tile • Fresh paint throughout the unit • Floor to ceiling linen closet • Gated Community • Luxury Vinyl Plank throughout unit • Off-street parking • On-site coin-free laundry • $ 2450 with 9-month lease • $ 1200 security deposit • A must-see hidden gem! 3686 Third Avenue, San Diego CA 92103 Showings: Wednesday from 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Thursday from 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Friday from 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Cats allowed with an additional deposit of $200. Equal Housing Opportunity We are an Equal Housing Opportunity provider. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, national origin, source of income, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. ---------- The above information is general in nature and for promotional purpose only. Accuracy of the information is not guaranteed, including but not limited to apartment size, layout, amenities, location, common areas, parking or neighborhood. Please contact the office for further information. ***Prices are subject to change***
Address details
| Neighborhood | Hillcrest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 92103 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Rent trends in Hillcrest
2-bedroom apartments at 3686 3rd Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Hillcrest
San Diego
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,206 |
| October 2023 | $3,197 |
| November 2023 | $3,163 |
| December 2023 | $3,142 |
| January 2024 | $3,136 |
| February 2024 | $3,100 |
| March 2024 | $3,119 |
| April 2024 | $3,195 |
| May 2024 | $3,200 |
| June 2024 | $3,208 |
| July 2024 | $3,214 |
| August 2024 | $3,228 |
| September 2024 | $3,176 |
| October 2024 | $3,138 |
| November 2024 | $3,110 |
| December 2024 | $3,140 |
| January 2025 | $3,140 |
| February 2025 | $3,143 |
| March 2025 | $3,135 |
| April 2025 | $3,003 |
| May 2025 | $3,037 |
| June 2025 | $3,092 |
| July 2025 | $3,100 |
| August 2025 | $3,032 |
| September 2025 | $3,016 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,495 |
| October 2023 | $3,377 |
| November 2023 | $3,288 |
| December 2023 | $3,229 |
| January 2024 | $3,297 |
| February 2024 | $3,237 |
| March 2024 | $3,137 |
| April 2024 | $3,136 |
| May 2024 | $3,208 |
| June 2024 | $3,293 |
| July 2024 | $3,250 |
| August 2024 | $3,303 |
| September 2024 | $3,214 |
| October 2024 | $3,082 |
| November 2024 | $3,197 |
| December 2024 | $3,410 |
| January 2025 | $3,392 |
| February 2025 | $3,305 |
| March 2025 | $3,130 |
| April 2025 | $3,223 |
| May 2025 | $3,248 |
| June 2025 | $3,193 |
| July 2025 | $3,216 |
| August 2025 | $3,084 |
| September 2025 | $3,022 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3686 3rd Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$98,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $98,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,450.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.
Schools near 3686 3rd Ave
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+
Riley/New Dawn
5650 mt ackerly dr
san diego, CA, 92111
K-12Public
Advertisement
Internet available near 3686 3rd Ave
Neighborhood
Hillcrest | San Diego, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around San Diego near 3686 3rd Ave
Walking
9/10
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
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 3686 3rd Ave, San Diego
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional 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 5-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
Explore the area around 3686 3rd Ave
Whole Foods Market
711 University Ave
Vons
515 W Washington St
Lazy Acres Natural Market
422 W Washington St
Ralphs
1020 University Ave
Trader Joe's
1090 University Ave
Our Room
3739 6th Ave
Footwear Etc
127 W University Ave
Luigi Vera Buy
3823 5th Ave
Sash
3785 6th Ave
Flashbacks, Inc
3849 5th Ave
The Art of Espresso
9500 Gilman Dr
La Marque
3590 5th Ave
Simon Says Coffee
3852 4th Ave
Gelabong
3882 4th Ave
Jamba
510 Robinson Ave
Chez Jay Pop Up
3rd Ave
Nola on 5th
3683 5th Ave
The Loft
3610 5th Ave
The Brass Rail
3796 5th Ave
Au Revoir French Bistro
420 Robinson Ave
Babycakes Hillcrest
3795 4th Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
420 Robinson Ave
Hazel & Jade Bakery
3852 4th Ave
Bread & Cie
350 University Ave
Starry Lane Bakery
3925 4th Ave
Mission Hills Park
Mission Hills Park
Balboa Park
Amici Park
Balboa Park
Chez Jay Pop Up
3rd Ave
Culinary Elite Street Food & Catering
Izakaya Masa
982 Fort Stockton Dr
Poke Chop
3884 04th Ave
White Elephant
1st Av & Brookes Av
SDSU - Downtown San Diego
1st Av & Brookes Av
SDSU - Downtown San Diego
1st Av & Robinson Av
SDSU - Downtown San Diego
4th Av & Robinson Av
UCSD Hospital - Euclid Transit Center
4th Av & Brookes Av
UCSD Hospital - Euclid Transit Center
San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
COASTER
San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
COASTER
San Diego - Old Town
COASTER
San Diego - Old Town
COASTER
Middletown Station
San Ysidro - UTC, Santee - 12th & Imperial
Middletown Station
San Ysidro - UTC, Santee - 12th & Imperial
Washington Street Station
San Ysidro - UTC, Santee - 12th & Imperial
Washington Street Station
San Ysidro - UTC, Santee - 12th & Imperial
Fashion Valley Station
Santee - 12th & Imperial
Compare similar properties nearby
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Camden Sierra at Otay Ranch
Our team has verified this companyOtay Ranch Village • 1390 Santa Alicia Ave Ste 400
1–2 Beds
$2,539–$3,141
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Serena Vista Apartment Homes
Our team has verified this companyLa Mesa • 5810 Amaya Dr
1–2 Beds
$2,417–$4,611
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Camden Sierra at Otay Ranch
Our team has verified this companyOtay Ranch Village • 1390 Santa Alicia Ave Ste 400
1–2 Beds
$2,539–$3,141
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Serena Vista Apartment Homes
Our team has verified this companyLa Mesa • 5810 Amaya Dr
1–2 Beds
$2,417–$4,611
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
- cats ok
- dishwasher
- on-site laundry
Check availability
Apartments for rent in San Diego2311 listings
2311 listings
Cheap apartments in San Diego1,129 listings
1,129 listings
Luxury apartments in San Diego632 listings
632 listings
Short-term rentals in San Diego127 listings
127 listings
Houses for rent in San Diego495 listings
495 listings
Cheap houses in San Diego387 listings
387 listings
Luxury houses in San Diego130 listings
130 listings
Rooms for rent in San Diego13 listings
13 listings
Furnished apartments in San Diego275 listings
275 listings
Pet-Friendly apartments in San Diego1007 listings
1007 listings
Furnished houses in San Diego94 listings
94 listings
Pet-Friendly houses in San Diego254 listings
254 listings
2 Bedroom house rentals in San Diego165 listings
165 listings
3 Bedroom house rentals in San Diego241 listings
241 listings
Chula Vista apartments268 listings
268 listings
Coronado apartments93 listings
93 listings
El Cajon apartments198 listings
198 listings
Imperial Beach apartments118 listings
118 listings
La Mesa apartments135 listings
135 listings
National City apartments68 listings
68 listings
Santee apartments37 listings
37 listings
Solana Beach apartments30 listings
30 listings
Spring Valley apartments29 listings
29 listings
Core-Columbia apartments42 listings
42 listings
East Village apartments117 listings
117 listings
Linda Vista apartments68 listings
68 listings
Morena apartments45 listings
45 listings
North Park apartments210 listings
210 listings
Park West apartments103 listings
103 listings
University Heights apartments62 listings
62 listings
Advertisement