Essex Modern Living Apartments

1228 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

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Essex Modern Living

1228 Essex St
San Diego, CA 92103
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  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • 690–695Square Feet

About Essex Modern Living

Newly renovated, spacious Hillcrest condo designed with a touch of European elegance. Step into luxury with all Black modern cabinetry, complemented by pristine white solid surface countertops and floor to ceiling white subway tile. Custom floating stainless steel shelving adds a modern flair, build in appliances, including fridge freezer and energy-saving dishwasher, plus a gas 5 burner stove and oven. Edgy design with, night lights, in-unit washer and dryer, and a walk-in European shower featuring a stylish glass barn door and exquisite Italian porcelain floors. Stay organized with well-designed California closets and enjoy the brand new split system air conditioning throughout the unit. Relax and unwind on your spacious private patio, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Our pet-friendly property also features a secure courtyard, ensuring peace of mind for you and your furry companions. Rest well in the bedroom with darkening blinds and take advantage of convenient on-site parking. Located in the vibrant heart of Hillcrest, you'll be just steps away from an array of bars, restaurants, grocery stores, and the renowned farmers market. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity. This unit surpasses any new construction on the market. We do not charge RUBS! Water, sewer + hot water & trash are no extra charge. Small pets are permitted! Smoking is not permitted! Act quickly as it won't be available for long.

Essex Modern Living is located in the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood and 92103 Zip code of San Diego, CA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • California Custom Closets
  • Custom Stainless Shelving
  • Darkening Blinds
  • Massive Patio
  • Mirrored Closets
  • Night Lighting System
  • Solid Surface Counters

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • 1 Bedroom

    Style

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 690-695 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    UnavailableStyle690-695 sq ft$2,995

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Gas Range
    • Granite Countertops
    • Ice Maker
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Double Pane Windows
    • Tile Floors
    • Views

    Outdoor Space

    • Patio

    Unique Features

    • California Custom Closets
    • Custom Stainless Shelving
    • Darkening Blinds
    • Massive Patio
    • Mirrored Closets
    • Night Lighting System
    • Solid Surface Counters
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Beds, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnit
    Unavailable2 Beds, 1 bath
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

  • 7 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1971

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant$60
Administrative Fee$0

Other Fees

Pet Fees

Dog

One-Time Pet Fee$100

Cat

One-Time Pet Fee$100

Dogs

  • 40 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

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Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage Rent$0/mo
Storage Rent$0/mo

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lotiparking is included
  • 1 Max, Assigned Parking

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • California Custom Closets
  • Custom Stainless Shelving
  • Darkening Blinds
  • Massive Patio
  • Mirrored Closets
  • Night Lighting System
  • Solid Surface Counters

Map

1228 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

Getting Around

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

56 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Roosevelt International Middle

San Diego Unified
3366 Park Boulevard
Public School - Grades 6-8 (761 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
5/10

Birney Elementary

San Diego Unified
4345 Campus Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (501 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
9/10

San Diego High School

San Diego Unified
1405 Park Boulevard
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2105 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Essex Modern Living.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Timken Museum of Art

1500 El Prado
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

1875 El Prado
3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

2300 Expedition Way
21 minute drive / 9.91 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

301 University Ave
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Staples

1880 Camino De La Reina
4 minute drive / 1.51 miles away

Macy's

7017 Friars Rd
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of California, San Diego - UCSD Medical Center Hillcrest Campus

200 West Arbor Drive
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

The Art Institute of California, San Diego

7650 Mission Valley Road
4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

California Western School of Law

225 Cedar St
4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

Groceries

Vons

450 W University Ave
3 minute drive / 1.07 miles away

Ralphs

101 G St
5 minute drive / 2.72 miles away

Whole Foods

7th & Market
5 minute drive / 2.72 miles away

Hospitals

Scripps Mercy Hospital

4077 5th Ave
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Uc San Diego Health Hirest - Hirest Medical Center

200 West Arbor Drive
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Nmc San Diego

34800 Bob Wilson Drive
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Military Bases

San Diego Naval Medical Center

4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

San Diego Marine Corps Recruit Depot

5 minute drive / 2.76 miles away

US Marine Corp Recruit Depot

7 minute drive / 3.46 miles away

Parks and Recreation

San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Dr.
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Old Town State Historic Park

4002 Wallace St.
6 minute drive / 2.84 miles away

Ocean Beach

1950 Abbott St.
12 minute drive / 5.93 miles away

Essex Modern Living has 5 parks within 10.0 miles, including San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Historic Park, Ocean Beach, Belmont Park, and La Jolla Shores.

Restaurants and Dining

Waterfront Bar and Grill

2044 Kettner Blvd.
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away

Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

770 Fourth Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.62 miles away

Casa de Reyes

2754 Calhoun Street
5 minute drive / 2.76 miles away

Shopping Centers

Hillcrest Colonnade

1266 University Ave
1 minute drive / 0.12 miles away

1727-1735 University Ave

1727 University Ave
1 minute drive / 0.18 miles away

The Hub | Hillcrest Market

940-1092 University Ave
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

Essex Modern Living has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

Transit Stations

Mission Valley Center-Green Line

1442 Camino De La Reina
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

Hazard Center-Green Line

7542 Hazard Center Dr
4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away

Fashion Valley Transit Center-Green Line

4 minute drive / 1.54 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
San Diego Studio Apartments $2,400$974$9,453
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,891$750$10,000+
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,576$855$10,000+
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,644$930$10,000+
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,109$850$10,000+
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,017$871$10,000+

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