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Sparks Apartments | Walkable Living Near Hillcrest &...


4242 Campus Ave San Diego, CA

2 Bed
1 Bath

0 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Apr. 21st
Studio • 1 Bath
$1,386 - $2,395
Size: N/A
0 Available
Managed By: Valor Property Management
Unit 2
$1,895
Rented
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Unit 5
$2,395
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Unit 1
$1,895
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Unit 3
$1,895
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Unit 10
$1,386
Rented
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Charming Studio in the Heart of University Heights – Pet Friendly!
$1,895
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0/1 Affordable Housing Unit
$1,386
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Charming Studio in the Heart of University Heights – Pet Friendly!
$1,995
Rented
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Unit 9
$1,995
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,077 - $1,995
Size: N/A
0 Available
Managed By: Valor Property Management
4242 Campus Ave - 2
$1,995
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4242 Campus Ave - 10
$1,077
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,995 - $2,200
Size: N/A
0 Available
Managed By: Valor Property Management
Unit 6
$2,125
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Unit 8
$1,995
Rented
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Unit 4
$2,200
Rented
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Unit 12
$1,995
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,028 - $2,125
Size: N/A
0 Available
Managed By: Valor Property Management
4242 Campus Ave - 12
$2,028
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4242 Campus Ave - 6
$2,125
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$2,400
Size: N/A
1 Available
Managed By: Valor Property Management
Unit 11
$2,400
Available Apr 21st, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
87
Very Walkable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Public Transportation
Water Included
Range / Oven
Microwave
High-speed Internet
Elevator
Smoke-free Community
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit: $1,500
Property details
Description

Welcome to Sparks, a boutique apartment community located at 4242 Campus Avenue in one of San Diego’s most desirable and centrally located neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned near Hillcrest, Mission Hills, and Balboa Park, Sparks offers residents an unbeatable blend of walkability, convenience, and neighborhood charm.
Step outside and enjoy easy access to local cafés, restaurants, grocery stores, and everyday essentials, with Hillcrest’s vibrant dining and nightlife scene just minutes away. Balboa Park’s trails, museums, and green spaces are close by, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors without leaving the neighborhood.
Location Highlights:
Walkable to Hillcrest dining, cafés, and shops
Minutes to Balboa Park & Mission Hills
Close to grocery stores, fitness studios, and public transit
Easy access to Downtown San Diego & Mission Valley
Convenient freeway access (I-5, I-8 & SR-163)
Please call or text Monica Rodriguez 619-314-0136 for more information!
Proudly Managed by Valor Property Management

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 12
Last Updated: Updated 1 hour ago
Contact Number: (619) 314-0136
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
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
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Rent report

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 27% less per month.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
San Diego Average
Studio $2,137 $4.60 $6,410
1BR $2,606 $3.80 $7,817
2BR $3,316 $3.40 $9,947
3BR $4,303 $3.20 $12,910
4BR $5,170 $3.50 $15,510

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 1,654 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% 37% 34% 7% 6%
Available Units in San Diego
Studio 613
1BR 1,654
2BR 1,546
3BR 334
4BR 290
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Kindred Hospital San Diego 0.28 mi.
Scripps Mercy Hospital 0.66 mi.
Vibra Hospital Of San Diego 0.71 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
City Of San Diego Fire Rescue Department 2.56 mi.
Waterloo Morada Rfpd 3.07 mi.
Stockton Fire Department 3.07 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 April 21, 2026.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
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?
Sparks Apartments | Walkable Living Near Hillcrest & Mission Hills! has a 2 bedroom unit starting at $2,400.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 4242 Campus Ave in San Diego, CA. It's 3.1 miles north from the center of San Diego.
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