Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community Apartments

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1050 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 384-4094
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Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

1050 Essex St
San Diego, CA 92103
(858) 384-4094
Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community in San Diego, CA - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,850-$1,995Pricing
  • 500Square Feet

Rent Specials

$1000 Off 1st Months' Rent~~$1000 Off 1st Months' Rent. Call for more details

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About Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Hillcrest Regency is a senior (55 yr or older), 47 unit building, in the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest. An incredible location and walk able, to shops, entertainment, dinning, as well as the zoo, Balboa park, public transportation, and the 163, 805, and 8 freeways. Our community offers affordable and spacious apartments, to meet anyone's budget! Hillcrest Regency is a must-see community, we offer an array of amenities for our residents, onsite laundry facilities, elevator, and a 4th floor roof top terrace with a spectacular view of the San Diego skyline.

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community is located in the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood and 92103 Zip code of San Diego, CA. This community is professionally managed by Expert Property Management - Hillcrest Regency

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,995 and having 500 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 x 1

      $1,995

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 500 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,995Available Now107500$1,000

      Unit 107 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Unit 107 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,995

      Deposit

      • $1,000 deposit

      Unit Description

      $60 Utility Recovery Fee

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,850
    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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    Schedule a Tour
    Call us at: (858) 384-4094 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    • 47 Units
    • 4 Stories
    • Built in 1988

    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

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per Applicant$40

    Other Fees

    Parking Fees

    Car Port

    Parking Fee$99-$100/mo

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats

    • 1 Pet Limit
    • Fees Not Specified

    Dogs

    • 1 Pet Limit
    • Fees Not Specified
    • 25 Lb Weight Limit

    Birds

    • Fees Not Specified

    Fish

    • Fees Not Specified

    Reptiles

    • Fees Not Specified

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • Recycling
    • Trash Pickup Curbside
    • Key Fob Entry
    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Clubhouse
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Sundeck
    • Roof Terrace
    • Controlled Access
    • Deck

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Disposal

    Living Area Features

    • Carpet
    Google Map

    Map

    1050 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:00 am–12:00 pm
    Tuesday8:00 am–12:00 pm
    Wednesday8:00 am–12:00 pm
    Thursday8:00 am–12:00 pm
    Friday8:00 am–12:00 pm
    SaturdayBy Appointment
    SundayBy Appointment

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    96 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    64 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    55 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

    Where is Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community located?

    Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community is located at 1050 Essex St near the Uptown San Diego area of San Diego, CA

    What is the current rent range at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community?

    1 Bedrooms at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community currently start from $1,995. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community are
    • Monday 8:00 am–12:00 pm
    • Tuesday 8:00 am–12:00 pm
    • Wednesday 8:00 am–12:00 pm
    • Thursday 8:00 am–12:00 pm
    • Friday 8:00 am–12:00 pm
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday By Appointment

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community is: $1000 Off 1st Months' Rent~~$1000 Off 1st Months' Rent. Call for more details.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Great Value3.8

      The Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community Apartments are 39.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Uptown San Diego area, and 35.1% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Uptown San Diego Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,850$3,044-$1,194-39.2%

      Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,850$2,849-$999-35.1%

      Methodology: On 10/03/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 511 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community (Uptown San Diego), and 5834 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 10/03/2025

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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.
    • Superior 55+ Community in Hillcrest close to Ralphs

      September 1, 2021
      My mother lived here in her final yr. very nice area, Essex St. just South of University Ave. between Park Blvd. and 163 Freeway. All Flat, easily walkable. As I said above close to Ralph's but also close to Whole Foods, many resturants, banks... Major bus lines are there within short city blocks. Apartment itself is 500 sq. ft. nice for a one bedroom with small but workable kitchen, walk-in closet in bedroom, wall A/C, small balcony or patio. The 2 bedroom has 2 baths and pretty large at 800 ...
      sq.ft. same small but workable kitchen, A/C, no balcony. Some underground parking and some surface parking, elevator, on-site laundry. When I retire I hope to move in there.
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      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    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

    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

    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 Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community.

    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

    Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community 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

    Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community 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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    San Diego Studio Apartments $2,325$974$10,000+
    San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,849$834$10,000+
    San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,584$855$10,000+
    San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,640$930$10,000+
    San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,053$850$10,000+
    San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments $6,925$871$10,000+

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