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2420 Cardinal Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
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The Modernaire Apartments

2420 Cardinal Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(619) 762-2550
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,999-$3,500 Pricing
  • 568–1,000 Square Feet

Rent Specials

Move In Specials Available! 1 Month FREE on Select Apartments!! Contact us for more details!

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About The Modernaire Apartments

Welcome Home! Come home to the sweet life at Modernaire Apartments in San Diego, California. Filled with charm, Modernaire is a warm, delightful community designed with quality. Our location means shopping, dining, work, and recreation are all just moments away. Our apartments were built to enhance life, bringing you a new standard of quality. We believe in offering our residents the best in comfortable, accommodating living by providing apartments that feel like homes. Stylish details and convenience have been crafted into each of our spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. Amenities include air conditioning, plush carpeting, dishwashers, breakfast bars, faux wood blinds, mirrored closet doors, and generous closets to meet your storage needs. We treasure our residents' comfort and seek to provide a warm, inviting, and friendly community. After a busy day, you'll enjoy coming home to the tranquil, friendly surroundings. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the sparkling pool, relax in the spa, or enjoy the clubhouse. Other amenities include billiards, two laundry facilities, a gym and yoga room, ping pong, a picnic area with barbecues, on-site and on-call maintenance, beautiful landscaping, and professional management. Live affordably and live well. Call Modernaire Apartments today and start your way to a memorable new home!

The Modernaire Apartments is located in the Birdland Neighborhood and 92123 Zip code of San Diego, CA. This community is professionally managed by Cameron Brothers Construction

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24 Hour Fitness Center
  • Assigned Parking
  • Beautiful Landscaping
  • Billiards
  • Classic: * In Select Apartment Homes
  • Classic: Air Conditioner *
  • Classic: Balcony or Patio *
  • Classic: Carpeted Floors
  • Classic: Dishwasher *
  • Classic: Faux Wood Blinds *
  • Classic: Garbage Disposal
  • Classic: Microwave
  • Classic: Mirrored Closet Doors *
  • Classic: Refrigerator
  • Classic: Vertical Blinds
  • Downstairs
  • Dry Saunas
  • Easy Access to Freeways
  • Easy Access to Shopping
  • Elevator Access in Building
  • Gray Finish
  • Guest Parking
  • Luxury: * In Select Apartment Homes
  • Luxury: All Electric Kitchen
  • Luxury: Balcony or Patio
  • Luxury: Breakfast Bar
  • Luxury: Cable Ready
  • Luxury: Ceiling Fan
  • Luxury: Central Air Conditioner
  • Luxury: Elevator Access
  • Luxury: Extra Storage
  • Luxury: Full Size Washer/dryer In Unit
  • Luxury: Garbage Disposal
  • Luxury: Large Closets
  • Luxury: Large Windows
  • Luxury: Oversized Kitchen Island *
  • Luxury: Privacy Shades
  • Luxury: Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Luxury: Underground Parking
  • Luxury: Vinyl Floors
  • On-Site / On-Call Maintenance
  • Picnic Area with Barbecue
  • Public Parks Nearby
  • Short Term Leasing Available
  • Tan Finish
  • Wall Unit AC
  • White Finish
  • Wi-Fi in Club House

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Property Contact Info

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Call Us:
(619) 762-2550

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday8:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Modernaire Apartments offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,999 and having 568–1,000 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio Classic

    Studio, 1 Bath, 586 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio Classic586 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed 1 Bath Partial Classic

    $1,999

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 568 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,999Available Now2441-005568

    Unit 2441-005 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs

    Unit 2441-005 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,999

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,999

    1 Bed 1 Bath Classic

    From $2,299

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 751 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $2,310Available Now2393-038751$2,300
    $2,299Available Now2370-010751
    $2,395Available Now2383-035751$2,300

    Model Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,299 - $2,395

    Unit 2393-038 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
    • Wall Unit AC

    Unit 2393-038 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,310

    Deposit

    • $2,300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,299 - $2,395

    Unit 2370-010 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs

    Unit 2370-010 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,299

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,299 - $2,395

    Unit 2383-035 Amenities and Features

    Living Space

    • Window Coverings

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
    • Wall Unit AC

    Unit 2383-035 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,395

    Deposit

    • $2,300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,299 - $2,395

    1 Bed 1 Bath Mid Rise Luxury

    $2,725

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 686 sq ft
    Available Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,725Available Now2395-406686$2,236

    Unit 2395-406 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
    • Elevator Access in Building
    • White Finish

    Unit 2395-406 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,725

    Deposit

    • $2,236 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,725

    1 Bed 1 Bath Low Rise Luxury

    $2,699

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 751 sq ft
    Available Aug 8

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,699 August 8, 20262370-018751

    Unit 2370-018 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
    • Gray Finish
    • Tan Finish
    • White Finish

    Unit 2370-018 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,699

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,699

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed 2 Bath Mid Rise Luxury

    $3,500

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 969 sq ft
    Available Sep 7

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,500 September 7, 20262395-508969$2,860

    Unit 2395-508 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
    • Elevator Access in Building
    • White Finish

    Unit 2395-508 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,500

    Deposit

    • $2,860 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,500

    2 Bed 1 Bath Classic

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 931 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bed 1 Bath Classic931 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Linen Closet
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs

    2 Bed 2 Bath Classic

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1000 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availability2 Bed 2 Bath Classic1000 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Unique Features

    • Downstairs
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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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Fitness Center
Courtyard
1BR, 1BA - 707SF
Game Room
Fitness Center
Pool
2BR, 2BA - 959SF
1BR, 1BA - 751SF
2BR, 1BA - 931SF
1BR, 1BA -751SF
1 BR, 1 BA - 568 SF
1 BR, 1 BA - 751 SF
1 BR, 1 BA - 751 SF
1 BR, 1 BA - 751 SF
Studio *PARTIAL CLASSIC*, 1 BA - 468 SF
Studio *CLASSIC*, 1 BA - 562 SF
2BR, 2BA - 1000 SF

Property Information

  • 278 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1970

Lease Terms

  • 7 - 12 mo
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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 ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$35.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat DepositiCharged per Pet.$500.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
40 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Pets Upon Approval.

Dog
Dog DepositiCharged per Pet.$500.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
40 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Pets Upon Approval.

Storage Fees

Storage Unit
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item.$0.00
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$0.00/mo

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
  • 1 Max
Street
Other

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

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Intercom
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Dining Room
  • Linen Closet
  • Window Coverings
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Recreation Room
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2420 Cardinal Dr, San Diego, CA 92123

Frequently Asked Questions about The Modernaire Apartments

Where is The Modernaire Apartments located?

The Modernaire Apartments is located at 2420 Cardinal Dr near the Birdland area of San Diego, CA

What is the current rent range at The Modernaire Apartments?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Modernaire Apartments currently range from $1,999 to $3,500

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Modernaire Apartments are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am–5:00 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 The Modernaire Apartments is: Move In Specials Available! 1 Month FREE on Select Apartments!! Contact us for more details!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The The Modernaire Apartments Apartments are 2.95% cheaper than the average apartment in the Birdland area, and 19.35% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Birdland Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,999$2,447-$448-18.3%
    2 Bedroom$3,500$3,113+$38712.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of San Diego

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,999$2,928-$929-31.7%
    2 Bedroom$3,500$3,765-$265-7.0%

    Methodology: On 07/30/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 40 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Modernaire Apartments (Birdland), and 12430 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 07/30/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
4 Renters Reviews

Great Place

May 22, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
Lived here for about a year and a half. It's a quiet, safe, and competently run place. Efficient online system for payments and maintenance requests, which are usually fulfilled next day. Would recommend.

Property Manager Responded

May 27, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're proud to hear that you have nothing but amazing things to say about our team and community. Your recommendation means a lot to us. -The Modernaire Team

Best place ever

March 9, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
I moved from CT to CA and i chose Modernaire as my apt. It was the best choice ever. It was so nice and quiet during my year stay here. I don’t mind the highway sounds. I never had any issues with my neighbors or parking at all. Modernaire was never the type of landlords to feel pesty or hounding whatsoever. When i needed maintenance done it was prompt. Only issue was the disposal smell from sewer. Which is minor to me seeing that i survived. Lol. Hands down the best. If ever move back to CA i ...
will go directly to Modernaire. Thanks Johnny
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Property Manager Responded

March 10, 2021
Hello and thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you have nothing but amazing things to say about our team at Modernaire Apartments and what we offer!

We love it here

November 19, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
My boyfriend and I have lived in these apartments for 2 years. Our one bedroom has a GREAT sized patio area that we have not seen available anywhere else. Our friends who come over are impressed with the size of it. The patio area alone is a reason we do not plan on moving anytime soon. The walls are thick, and we do not hear our neighbors. The neighbors, in general, are nice and respectful of one another. Management is responsive, as well are the maintenance team. The landscaping crew is here ...
daily working on the vegetation, which is great. Overall, I recommend this apartment complex.
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Has it's good points/bad points

August 11, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
When I first moved in there were several things wrong with the apartment. One major appliance didn't work and took almost a week for a new one. There were several other things breaking and not working properly, problems with one of the toilets. Managment is good about responding quickly but it was just one thing after another and we still need to contact them again about two new problems in the apartment to fix. Doesn't seem like things get fixed right the first time. The showers are small. ...
They are shower/baths but they ARE small. If you bring your leg up to wash your feet, your knee hits the shower door. There is no air conditioning which I didn't know until after I moved in. There are several washers and dryers in the laundry room. The apartments are 3 stories and there is no elevator which may be a problem for some with laundry and groceries. The apartment itself is pretty quiet but there is a lot of street noise.There are several motorcycles on the street that fly up and down at all hours and someones car alarm goes of every time I want to keep the windows open with a fan it it since there is now air conditioner, so this is a problem.. These apartments are tucked away and seem to be on a quiet street at first glance but you can hear the cars very clearly and trucks, never mind the motorcycles. The street noise if VERY loud. Living on the other side probably isn't so bad though. The good points are..... The units are large and roomy. The kitchen is small but there is a huge closet with shelves that reaches across from one wall to the other that works great as a pantry in the dining area. Since there is no air conditioning, a ceiling fan would be nice but there is none in my apartment. A wall air conditioning I don't would be too much for them to provide. but at least there are a lot of nice trees outside surrounding the apartments and a nice breeze. So far only a few days have been too hot for me but summer isn't over yet. The pool area is beautiful. The pool is heated. The jacuzzi is nice and hot. 2 bathrooms at the pool area. And nice BBQ's These are very good looking apartments and when I first moved in, it was very clean and new looking. The carpet is new and very nice. There is an area outside of the bathroom where there is a built in vanity with drawers that is very nice. The closet is there also before the bedroom. Large linen closet The floor plan is nice. 1st floor has yards. Easy to get to the 163 at any time of day.
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Nearby Schools

Kearny Digital Media & Design

San Diego Unified School District
1954 Komet Way
Public School - Grades 9-12 (349 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Modernaire Apartments.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Timken Museum of Art

1500 El Prado
8 minute drive / 4.08 miles away

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

1875 El Prado
8 minute drive / 4.11 miles away

Birch Aquarium at Scripps

2300 Expedition Way
15 minute drive / 7.42 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Staples

1880 Camino De La Reina
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Macy's

7017 Friars Rd
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away

Jcpenney

6987 Friars Rd
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

Colleges and Universities

The Art Institute of California, San Diego

7650 Mission Valley Road
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

San Diego Continuing Education

7350 Armstrong Place
3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

San Diego Mesa College

7250 Mesa College Drive
3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

Groceries

Food 4 Less

4995 Shawline St
6 minute drive / 2.84 miles away

Vons

450 W University Ave
6 minute drive / 2.87 miles away

Ralphs

3345 Sports Arena Blvd
8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away

Hospitals

Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital

7850 Vista Hill Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego

3020 Childrens Way
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

Sharp Memorial Hospital

7901 Frost St
2 minute drive / 0.79 miles away

Military Bases

San Diego Marine Corps Recruit Depot

8 minute drive / 4.03 miles away

San Diego Naval Medical Center

9 minute drive / 4.48 miles away

US Marine Corp Recruit Depot

9 minute drive / 4.64 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Old Town State Historic Park

4002 Wallace St.
7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Dr.
8 minute drive / 3.78 miles away

Belmont Park

3146 Mission Blvd
11 minute drive / 5.46 miles away

The Modernaire Apartments has 5 parks within 7.8 miles, including Old Town State Historic Park, San Diego Zoo, Belmont Park, Ocean Beach, and La Jolla Shores.

Restaurants and Dining

Casa de Reyes

2754 Calhoun Street
6 minute drive / 3.24 miles away

Waterfront Bar and Grill

2044 Kettner Blvd.
9 minute drive / 4.49 miles away

Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

770 Fourth Avenue
11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away

Shopping Centers

Linda Vista Plaza

6925-6947 Linda Vista Rd
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

C.J. Mesa Center

7510-7524 Mesa College Dr
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Mesa College Drive & Linda Vista

Mesa College Dr
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

The Modernaire Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Transit Stations

Hazard Center-Green Line

7542 Hazard Center Dr
4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away

Mission Valley Center-Green Line

1442 Camino De La Reina
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away

Rio Vista-Green Line

8593 Station Village Ln
4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

Birdland

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Linda Vista

Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments from $1,688
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Mission Valley

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,688
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
San Diego Studio Apartments $2,390$900$10,000+
San Diego 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,928$850$10,000+
San Diego 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,765$819$10,000+
San Diego 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,794$899$10,000+
San Diego 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,174$719$10,000+
San Diego 5 Bedroom Apartments $7,265$1,289$10,000+
San Diego 6 Bedroom Apartments $5,647$1,899$10,000+

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