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3955 7th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 731-0126
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Hillcrest Place

3955 7th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 731-0126
Hillcrest Place in San Diego, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,948–$2,698Rent Pricing
  • 400–650Square Feet

About Hillcrest Place

Hillcrest Place Apartments in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA | Hillcrest Place, a residential community featuring Studio, & One Bedroom & Two Bedroom Apartments | Pet-Friendly Community

Hillcrest Place is located in the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood and 92103 Zip code of San Diego, CA. This community is professionally managed by R.A. Snyder Properties, Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Accepts Electronic Payments
  • Assigned off-street parking (add'l fee)
  • Beautifully Landscaped
  • Close to Downtown San Diego
  • Convenient access to public transit and bikeshare
  • Freeway Access
  • Gated building with intercom
  • Laundry Facility
  • Lots of Closet Space
  • Online portal for rent payments and maintenance
  • on-site laundry
  • On-site Manager
  • Pet-Friendly Community
  • Public Transportation
  • Spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Hillcrest Place offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,948 and having 400–650 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $1,948

    Studio A

    Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,948Available Now24400
    $1,948 September 5, 202518400

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,948 - $1,968

    Price

    • $1,948

    Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Unit 24 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,948

    Model Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,948 - $1,968

    Unit 18 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,948

    Model Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,948 - $1,968
  • 1 Bedroom

    From $2,298

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 500 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,318Available Now15500
    $2,298Available Now31500

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,298 - $2,318

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,298 - $2,318

    Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Unit 15 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Views

    Unit 15 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,318

    Model Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,298 - $2,318

    Unit 31 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,298

    Model Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,298 - $2,318
  • 2 Bedrooms

    $2,698

    2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 650 sq ftAvailable Sep 11

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,698 September 11, 202501650

    Unit 01 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 01 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,698

    Model Deposit

    • $750 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,698
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.

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Property Information

  • Renovated In 2013
  • 41 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1961

Fees and Policies

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Fees Not Specified
  • 25 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Max 2 pets per unit

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Fees Not Specified
  • 25 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Max 2 pets per unit

Parking Info and Fees

Surface LotiSubject to availability (max. 1 parking space per unit)
  • 24 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $35/Mo
  • CoverediSubject to availability (max. 1 parking space per unit)
  • 11 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $45/Mo
  • Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Online Services
    • Renters Insurance Program
    • Public Transportation
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Walk Up

    Outdoor Features

    • Courtyard
    • Controlled Access

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Cable Ready
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Breakfast Nook
    • Disposal
    • Freezer

    Living Area Features

    • Double Pane Windows
    • Dining Room
    • Window Coverings
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
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    Map

    3955 7th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    95 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    71 / 100

    Very Bikeable

    Biking is convenient for most trips

    Transit Score®

    54 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest Place

    Where is Hillcrest Place located?

    Hillcrest Place is located at 3955 7th Ave near the Uptown San Diego area of San Diego, CA

    What is the current rent range at Hillcrest Place?

    Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Hillcrest Place currently range from $1,948 to $2,698

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Great Value3.8

      The Hillcrest Place Apartments are 26.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Uptown San Diego area, and 22.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,948$2,513-$565-22.5%
      1 Bedroom$2,298$3,043-$745-24.5%
      2 Bedroom$2,698$4,012-$1,314-32.8%

      Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$1,948$2,450-$502-20.5%
      1 Bedroom$2,298$2,906-$608-20.9%
      2 Bedroom$2,698$3,653-$955-26.1%

      Methodology: On 08/09/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1011 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Hillcrest Place (Uptown San Diego), and 11904 other apartment communities in San Diego using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/09/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    5.0
    1 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Good location

      August 24, 2015
      Good location, in San Diego. Lots of restaurants, bars, stores less than two blocks away. Good transportation system. Bad parking options. Management is not too responsive. It will take you more than two months to solve something with them.
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Florence Elementary

    San Diego Unified
    3914 First Avenue
    Public School - Grades K-5 (211 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
    6/10

    Roosevelt International Middle

    San Diego Unified
    3366 Park Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (761 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
    5/10

    San Diego High School

    San Diego Unified
    1405 Park Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2105 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.1 miles away
    5/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Hillcrest Place.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    1500 El Prado
    4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
    1875 El Prado
    4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away
    2300 Expedition Way
    20 minute drive / 9.58 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens
    301 University Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away
    Macy's
    7017 Friars Rd
    3 minute drive / 1.27 miles away
    Jcpenney
    6987 Friars Rd
    3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    200 West Arbor Drive
    1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away
    225 Cedar St
    5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away
    7650 Mission Valley Road
    4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

    Groceries

    Vons
    450 W University Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away
    Ralphs
    101 G St
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away
    Smart & Final
    720 15th St
    5 minute drive / 2.62 miles away

    Hospitals

    Scripps Mercy Hospital
    4077 5th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
    Uc San Diego Health Hirest - Hirest Medical Center
    200 West Arbor Drive
    1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away
    Nmc San Diego
    34800 Bob Wilson Drive
    5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

    Military Bases

    5 minute drive / 1.85 miles away
    4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away
    6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    2920 Zoo Dr.
    3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away
    4002 Wallace St.
    4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away
    1950 Abbott St.
    11 minute drive / 5.35 miles away

    Hillcrest Place has 5 parks within 9.6 miles, including San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Historic Park, Ocean Beach, Belmont Park, and La Jolla Shores.

    Restaurants and Dining

    2044 Kettner Blvd.
    5 minute drive / 1.79 miles away
    2754 Calhoun Street
    4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away
    770 Fourth Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    3955-3995 5th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.06 miles away
    3940 4th Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away
    420 Robinson Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

    Hillcrest Place has 5 shopping centers within 0.3 miles.

    Transit Stations

    3 minute drive / 1.19 miles away
    7542 Hazard Center Dr
    4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
    1383 W Palm St
    4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    San Diego Studio Apartments $2,450$1,033$10,000+
    San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,906$1,011$10,000+
    San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,653$855$10,000+
    San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,766$850$10,000+
    San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,631$850$10,000+
    San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,750$871$10,000+

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