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(858) 239-0877
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3545 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92102

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Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable

3545 Island Ave
San Diego, CA 92102
(858) 239-0877
Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable in San Diego, CA - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $2,237 Pricing
  • 871 Square Feet

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,237 and having 871 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI

      $2,237

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 871 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $2,237Available Now2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI871 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Heating

      Kitchen

      • Disposal

      Living Space

      • Carpet
      • Vinyl Flooring

      Unique Features

      • Laundry Facilities On Site, 24/7 Maint.

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $2,237
    Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

    • 122 Units
    • 2 Stories
    • Built in 1960

    Income Restrictions At Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable

    Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

    # Persons60% Income Limit
    1$63,660
    2$72,720
    3$81,840
    4$90,900
    5$98,220
    income restriction

    To qualify, you must be equal to or below those in the chart, based on the number of persons living in the dwelling.

    Fees and Policies

    The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCredit check fee Charged Per Applicant.$40.00

    Other Fees and Policies

    Parking Fees

    Surface Lot
    Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Vehicle.$0.00/mo
    Comments:

    Max of 1. Each unit gets one unassigned parking space.

    Pet Policy and Fees

    No Pets Allowed

    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

    • Laundry Facilities On Site, 24/7 Maint.

    On-Site Services

    • Property Manager On Site
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Laundry Facilities

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Courtyard
    • Picnic Area

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Playground

    Interior Features

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

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Gas Range
    • Disposal
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet

    Pet Policy

    • No Pets Allowed
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    3545 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92102

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable

    Where is Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable located?

    Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable is located at 3545 Island Ave near the Mt Hope area of San Diego, CA

    What is the current rent range at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable?

    2 Bedrooms at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable is $2,237. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.2

      The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable Apartments are 18.3% cheaper than the average apartment in the Mt Hope area, and 39.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Mt Hope Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$2,237$2,737-$500-18.3%

      Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$2,237$3,682-$1,445-39.2%

      Methodology: On 04/22/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 557 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable (Mt Hope), and 6523 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 04/22/2026

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    2.1
    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.
    • Peaceful community

      March 27, 2026
      Love living here. No drama, nobody bothers us. Staff is great as well.
      Review from Apartments.com

    Nearby Schools

    Millennial Tech Middle

    San Diego Unified School District
    1110 Carolina Lane
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (378 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
    1/10

    Chollas/Mead Elementary

    San Diego Unified School District
    401 N. 45th St.
    Public School - Grades K-5 (534 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
    5/10

    Lincoln High

    San Diego Unified School District
    4777 Imperial Avenue
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1487 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
    4/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

    1875 El Prado
    4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away

    Timken Museum of Art

    1500 El Prado
    4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Costco

    650 Gateway Center Dr
    1 minute drive / 0.28 miles away

    Goodwill

    939 16th St
    5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

    Walgreens

    602 Euclid Ave
    4 minute drive / 2.0 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    San Diego City College

    1313 Park Boulevard
    5 minute drive / 1.88 miles away

    Thomas Jefferson School of Law

    701 B St, Suite 110
    4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

    California Western School of Law

    225 Cedar St
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    Groceries

    Food 4 Less

    312 Euclid Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away

    Whole Foods

    7th & Market
    4 minute drive / 2.22 miles away

    Ralphs

    101 G St
    5 minute drive / 2.52 miles away

    Hospitals

    Naval Medical Center San Diego

    34800 Bob Wilson Drive
    5 minute drive / 1.77 miles away

    Paradise Valley Hospital

    2400 East 4th St
    5 minute drive / 2.69 miles away

    Sharp Coronado Hospital And Healthcare Center

    250 Prospect Place
    6 minute drive / 2.99 miles away

    Military Bases

    San Diego Naval Medical Center

    5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

    San Diego Naval Air Station

    5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away

    US Naval Amphibious Base

    8 minute drive / 4.12 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    San Diego Zoo

    2920 Zoo Dr.
    5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

    Old Town State Historic Park

    4002 Wallace St.
    11 minute drive / 5.49 miles away

    Ocean Beach

    1950 Abbott St.
    17 minute drive / 8.13 miles away

    Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable has 5 parks within 13.2 miles, including San Diego Zoo, Old Town State Historic Park, Ocean Beach, Belmont Park, and La Jolla Shores.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Red Pearl Kitchen

    440 J St., Suite 108
    5 minute drive / 2.36 miles away

    Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

    770 Fourth Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.41 miles away

    Waterfront Bar and Grill

    2044 Kettner Blvd.
    6 minute drive / 3.11 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Otto Plaza

    3506 National Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away

    Terrace View Center

    4111-4115 Home Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

    Imperial Marketplace

    265-355 Marketplace Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

    Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

    Transit Stations

    32nd & Commercial-Orange Line

    3202 Commercial St
    1 minute drive / 0.39 miles away

    25th & Commercial-Orange Line

    25th St
    3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

    47th Street-Orange Line

    391 47th St
    4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

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    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    San Diego Studio Apartments $2,398$900$6,276
    San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,908$1,042$10,000+
    San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,682$855$10,000+
    San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,735$1,050$10,000+
    San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,825$850$10,000+
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