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3686 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA|Hillcrest

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Stonewall Properties, Inc.

(858) 527-1555

Amenities for 3686 3rd Ave, Hillcrest

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCeiling Fan
Granite CountertopsLinen Closet
New CarpetNew Flooring
Tiled Bathrooms

Appliances

DishwasherStainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Gated CommunityOff-Street Parking

Services

Coin Free LaundryTrash and Recycling
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.

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HomeApartments in San DiegoHillcrest 3686 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
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This listing is 11% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.

$3475 for 2 bedroom / 2 bath with DEN as an optional 3rd bedroom in very desirable location! 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. Currently we have a beautiful 2 Bedroom PLUS DEN available for your move-in ease. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and granite countertops, making meal preparation a breeze. The bathrooms are 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 of dealing with quarters. 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 walkable community with the benefit of off-street parking. Experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience at Third Avenue. Features include the following: 2 bedroom with optional 3 bedroom / DEN Granite counter tops Stainless steel appliances Dishwasher Floor to ceiling linen closet Ceiling fans in all bedrooms On-site laundry New carpet in bedrooms Off-street parking Walking distance to numerous stores, restaurants, bars and shopping $3475 with 9-month lease $1200 security deposit A must-see hidden gem! 3686 Third Avenue, # 8, 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


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NeighborhoodHillcrest
Zip code92103
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Hillcrest

3-bedroom apartments at 3686 3rd Ave cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Hillcrest
San Diego
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Diego
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$4,195
October 2023$4,109
November 2023$4,043
December 2023$4,026
January 2024$4,000
February 2024$4,155
March 2024$4,197
April 2024$4,201
May 2024$4,230
June 2024$4,353
July 2024$4,257
August 2024$4,448
September 2024$4,237
October 2024$4,088
November 2024$4,033
December 2024$4,022
January 2025$4,138
February 2025$4,198
March 2025$4,240
April 2025$4,209
May 2025$4,303
June 2025$4,320
July 2025$4,297
August 2025$4,203
September 2025$4,173
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Hillcrest
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$4,423
October 2023$4,453
November 2023$4,245
December 2023$3,981
January 2024$3,847
February 2024$3,500
March 2024$3,582
April 2024$3,600
May 2024$3,775
June 2024$4,138
July 2024$4,233
August 2024$4,270
September 2024$4,749
October 2024$4,618
November 2024$4,190
December 2024$3,987
January 2025$3,346
February 2025$3,860
March 2025$4,216
April 2025$4,425
May 2025$4,221
June 2025$4,221
July 2025$4,076
August 2025$3,993
September 2025$3,879

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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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
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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

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Whole Foods Market
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Vons
515 W Washington St
Lazy Acres Natural Market
422 W Washington St
Ralphs
1020 University Ave
Trader Joe's
1090 University Ave

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