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Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor...


1221 Essex St #8 San Diego, CA

2 Bed
1 Bath

960 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Feb. 5th
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$2,895
960 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Amk Property Management, Llc
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$2,895
Available Feb 5th, 2026
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Description

Beautiful two-story townhome located in the heart of Hillcrest, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere with thoughtful design and abundant natural light throughout. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence blends comfort and functionality, featuring charming finishes, indoor-outdoor living spaces, and a layout well-suited for both everyday living and entertaining.
Key Features:
- 2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms | two-story townhome
- Located in desirable Hillcrest neighborhood
- Kitchen with sea-glass green tile counters and backsplash paired with wood cabinetry for a homey, inviting feel
- Bar counter in kitchen, ideal for casual dining or entertaining
- Stainless steel appliances throughout
- Tiled flooring on main level, carpet upstairs and in bedrooms
- Functional fireplace in the living room
- Large bedroom closets with ample storage
- Abundant natural light from numerous windows throughout the home
- Mini-split Heating and A/C in both bedrooms and living room
- Private upstairs balcony and back patio on the lower level
- Detached 1-car garage
- In-unit Laundry
Location:
Located just a few blocks off Hillcrest’s main street, this home offers exceptional walkability and convenience. Trader Joe’s and Ralphs are only three blocks away, while University Avenue provides an array of popular restaurants, cafés, and local activities. The property is also a short drive to Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, with easy access to the 163 for seamless commuting throughout San Diego. This vibrant community truly has it all!
Contact us to learn more today - (619) 546-0015
Sorry - no pets!
This unit comes NON-FURNISHED.
Available Feb 5th

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 1
Last Updated: Updated 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (619) 546-0015
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AT&T Inc. 1000.0 1000.0
Cox Communications, Inc. 1000.0 35.0
AT&T Inc. 100.0 20.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$104,200
per year
Rent report

Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces Rent vs. San Diego Average

 Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces      San Diego Average
2BR
$2,895
$3,313
$0
$1,100
$2,200
$3,300
$4,400

Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces is asking 13% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in San Diego.

If you upsized to an average priced San Diego 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 23% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced San Diego 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 29% less per month.

Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces provides 3% less square footage than the average San Diego 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces
2BR $2,895 $3.00 $8,685
San Diego Average
Studio $2,120 $4.70 $6,361
1BR $2,559 $3.80 $7,678
2BR $3,313 $3.30 $9,938
3BR $4,315 $3.20 $12,946
4BR $5,332 $3.60 $15,997

Availability in San Diego

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 1,610 1BR units on the market in San Diego. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
14% 38% 34% 8% 6%
Available Units in San Diego
Studio 586
1BR 1,610
2BR 1,455
3BR 336
4BR 245
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Vibra Hospital Of San Diego 0.44 mi.
Scripps Mercy Hospital 0.5 mi.
Kindred Hospital San Diego 0.79 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
City Of San Diego Fire Rescue Department 2.03 mi.
Stockton Fire Department 2.78 mi.
Waterloo Morada Rfpd 2.78 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in on February 05, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 960 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Charming 2-story Hillcrest Townhome With Private Outdoor Spaces has a 2 bedroom unit starting at $2,895.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 1221 Essex St #8 in San Diego, CA. It's 2.6 miles north from the center of San Diego.
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