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(619) 494-3181
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1707 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

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Park Diplomat

1707 Essex St
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 494-3181
Park Diplomat in San Diego, CA - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $2,029-$3,854 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,029 - $3,854

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,029 - $3,854
  • 410–1,175 Square Feet

Rent Specials

Move-In Special!~~Now offering up to 1 month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!

About Park Diplomat

Park Diplomat is located in the Hillcrest Neighborhood and 92103 Zip code of San Diego, CA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Accepts Credit Card Payments
  • Accepts Electronic Payments
  • BBQ Grill & Picnic Area
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Central AC and Heating
  • Central Air and Heat
  • Community BBQ Area
  • Convenient To Everything
  • Courtyard With BBQ Area
  • Dog Run
  • Emergency Maintenance
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen With Dishwasher/Microwaves
  • Garages
  • Gathering Decks
  • High Speed Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry Care Center
  • Lush Landscaping
  • Luxury Amenities
  • Near public transit
  • On-Site Management
  • On-Site Parking
  • Patio/Balconies
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private Patio/Balcony
  • Private Storage
  • Public Transportation
  • Security Cameras
  • Sparkling Pool and Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Vintage Building
  • Wood Plank Flooring

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
MondayClosed
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–6:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Park Diplomat offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,094 and having 410–1,175 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

Cost CalculatorEstimate your monthly and one-time fees
  • Studio

    Studio - 1 Bathroom

    From $2,094

    Studio, 1 Bath, 410 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,029 - $2,094

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,029 - $2,094
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,094Available Now53410$1,000
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Unit 53 Amenities and Features

    Unique Amenities

    • On-Site Management

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Kitchen Space

    • Breakfast Bar

    Unique Features

    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Unit 53 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,094Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,094
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $1,000 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,029 - $2,094Total Monthly Price
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom - One Bathroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 610 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,229Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom - One Bathroom610 sq ft$1,000
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Breakfast Bar
    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • On-Site Management
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,229 - $2,499Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,229 - $2,499
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $1,000 deposit
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Two Bedroom - Two Bathrooms

    From $3,104

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1012 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $3,104 - $3,108

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,104 - $3,108
    Available Jun 24
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,104 June 24, 2026371012$1,200
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Unit 37 Amenities and Features

    Unique Amenities

    • On-Site Management

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Breakfast Bar
    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Unit 37 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,104Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,104
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $1,200 deposit

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $3,104 - $3,108Total Monthly Price

    Two Bedrooms - One Bathroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 974 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,699Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedrooms - One Bathroom974 sq ft$1,200
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Breakfast Bar
    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • Microwave
    • On-Site Management
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $2,699 - $3,129Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,699 - $3,129
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $1,200 deposit

    Two Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms

    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 990 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,254Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedrooms - One & Half Bathrooms990 sq ft$1,200
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Breakfast Bar
    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • On-Site Management
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price

    • $3,254Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,254
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $1,200 deposit
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  • 3 Bedrooms

    Three Bedroom - Two & Half Bathrooms

    3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1175 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,854Call for AvailabilityThree Bedroom - Two & Half Bathrooms1175 sq ft$1,200
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Fireplace

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Breakfast Bar
    • Central AC and Heating
    • Community BBQ Area
    • Emergency Maintenance
    • Gathering Decks
    • High Speed Internet
    • Jacuzzi
    • Laundry Care Center
    • Microwave
    • On-Site Management
    • On-Site Parking
    • Patio/Balconies
    • Pet Friendly
    • Security Cameras
    • Swimming Pool
    • Wood Plank Flooring

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price

    • $3,854Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,854
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Deposit

    • $1,200 deposit
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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

  • 54 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1979

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$45.00
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$38.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
DepositiCharged Per Unit.$250.00

Utilities

Renters Liability Insurance - Third PartyiAmount for renters liability insurance obtained through resident's provider of choice. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - WateriAmount for provision and consumption of water. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - SeweriAmount for provision of sewer services. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Trash Services - CAiTrash services provided only in California. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility Billing Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit.$4.37/mo
Utility - Electric - Third PartyiAmount for provision and consumption of electricity paid to a third party. . Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - Gas - Third PartyiAmount for provision and consumption of gas paid to a third party. Charged per unit.Varies/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

Positive Credit Reporting ServicesiAmount for positive credit reporting services. Price is $8.95 per lease signer per month. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo

Personal Add-Ons

Other Deposit ReceivediCharged per unit.$500.00
Pet FeesiCharged per unit.$50.00/mo

Pet Fees

Cat
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 2.

Dog
Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Restrictions:

Breed restrictions apply

Comments:

Max of 2.

Parking Fees

Surface Lot
Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged per vehicle.$0.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1.

Additional Parking Options

Street

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

On-Site Services

  • Property Manager On Site
  • Recycling
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Public Transportation
  • Online Services
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Vintage Building
  • Walk Up

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Courtyard
  • Controlled Access
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Spa
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Living Area Features

  • Built In Bookshelves
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Window Coverings
  • Carpet
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1707 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

Frequently Asked Questions about Park Diplomat

Where is Park Diplomat located?

Park Diplomat is located at 1707 Essex St near the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA

What is the current rent range at Park Diplomat?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Park Diplomat currently range from $2,094 to $3,104

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Park Diplomat are
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

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 Park Diplomat is: Move-In Special!~~Now offering up to 1 month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Park Diplomat Apartments are 32.05% cheaper than the average apartment in the Hillcrest area, and 21.93% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Hillcrest Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,029$2,456-$427-17.4%
    2 Bedroom$2,699$5,784-$3,085-53.3%
    1 Bedroom$2,229$3,378-$1,149-34.0%
    3 Bedroom$3,854$5,036-$1,182-23.5%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,029$2,406-$377-15.7%
    2 Bedroom$2,699$3,729-$1,030-27.6%
    1 Bedroom$2,229$2,927-$698-23.8%
    3 Bedroom$3,854$4,851-$997-20.6%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Methodology: On 06/17/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1683 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Park Diplomat (Hillcrest), and 20212 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 06/17/2026

    * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
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Nearby Schools

San Diego High School

San Diego Unified School District
1405 Park Boulevard
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1602 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
6/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Park Diplomat.

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 Hillcrest - Hillcrest Medical Center

200 West Arbor Drive
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

Naval Medical Center 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

Park Diplomat 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

Park Diplomat 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

Nearby Neighborhoods

Uptown San Diego

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,250
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Uptown District

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,250
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Hillcrest

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $1,250
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
San Diego Studio Apartments $2,406$900$10,000+
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,927$1,000$10,000+
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,729$855$10,000+
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,851$1,050$10,000+
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,614$775$10,000+
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments $5,925$749$10,000+

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