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    Gema

    1471 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

    • Special offer! Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.
    • Limited Time Offer We are now offering up to 4 weeks free on all units! *Contact our Leasing Office for Details
    Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit washer

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,600
    610 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 16

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $2,900
    842 sqft

    5 units available Sep 3-Oct 10

    Price: $2,900Available: Available Sep 6 2025Unit: Unit 4-102
    Price: $2,900Available: Available Sep 3 2025Unit: Unit 4-206
    Price: $2,900Available: Available Oct 1 2025Unit: Unit 4-114
    Price: $2,900Available: Available Oct 10 2025Unit: Unit 4-131
    Price: $2,900Available: Available Sep 27 2025Unit: Unit 4-105
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    2 bd, 2.5 ba
    $3,300-3,600
    1,160 sqft

    3 units avail. now | 1 avail. Sep 15

    Price: $3,300Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 2-316
    Price: $3,600Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 2-304
    Price: $3,600Available: Available Sep 15 2025Unit: Unit 2-308
    Price: $3,600Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 2-314
    2 bd, 2.5 ba
    $3,300-3,600
    1,160 sqft

    2 units avail. now | 2 avail. Sep 6-Nov 10

    Price: $3,300Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 2-148
    Price: $3,600Available: Available Nov 10 2025Unit: Unit 4-212
    Price: $3,600Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 4-207
    Price: $3,600Available: Available Sep 6 2025Unit: Unit 4-211
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $3,600
    1,160 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 2 avail. Sep 16-Oct 2

    Price: $3,600Available: Available Oct 2 2025Unit: Unit 4-121
    Price: $3,600Available: Available Sep 16 2025Unit: Unit 2-132
    Price: $3,600Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 2-126

    What's special

    Fitness center
    Hit the gym at home
    This building offers a fitness center. Only 14% of buildings in San Diego have this feature.
    Spacious floor plansOutdoor poolThoughtful finishesAmple storage
    Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($35.00/applicant, nonrefundable); Holding Deposit (Refundable) ($400.0-$500.0); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($400.0-$500.0); Monthly: Electric-3rd Party (usage-based); Natural Gas-3rd Party (usage-based); Hot Water Energy (usage-based); Water (usage-based); Sewer (usage-based); Pest Control ($2.00/unit); Trash Services-CA (usage-based); Utility-Billing Admin Fee ($5.00/unit); Porter Service Rebill (usage-based); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details. We have a new name! Formerly The Heritage, Gema is a vibrant apartment community in Downtown San Diego's Cortez Hill neighborhood. We have a new name! Formerly The Heritage, Gema is a vibrant apartment community in Downtown San Diego's Cortez Hill neighborhood. Gema's pet-friendly one- and two-bedroom apartments offer spacious floor plans, ample storage, thoughtful finishes, and all the essentials for city living. Our outdoor pool, spa, and sundeck provide a space to kick back, or sweat it out in our fitness center. Conveniently located minutes to the marina, Little Italy, Balboa Park, PETCO Park, and the nightlife, dining, and concerts in the Gaslamp Quarter. San Diego International Airport is a ten-minute drive away. Live just in the heart of it all, always returning to your retreat in Cortez Hill. Greystar California, Inc. dba Greystar Corp. License No. 1525765 Broker: Gerard S. Donohue License No. 01265072

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:12 pm - 5 pm

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    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    Other
    • Swimming Pool: Pool/Spa
    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Washer: Washer / Dryer
    Other
    • Large Closets: Large Closet
    • Luxury Plank Flooring
    • Premium Granite Countertops
    • Stainless Steel

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Available months 12
    Pets
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $50 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $500 pet deposit. Pet rent for cats is $30 per month and $50 per dog. There is a breed restriction list in place.
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $50 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $500 pet deposit. Pet rent for cats is $30 per month and $50 per dog. There is a breed restriction list in place.
    Parking
    • Garage: Garage Parking

    Special Features

    • Amazon Lockers
    • Bbq`s
    • Courtyard
    • Ev Chargers

    Neighborhood: Cortez Hill

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    97 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    78 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    49 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in San Diego

    GreatSchools rating

    Market Trends

    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in San Diego, CA is $3,142.

    Average rent

    $3,142

    Month-over-month

    +$42

    Year-over-year

    +$17

    Available rentals

    5,556

    San Diego, CA Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Gema?

    Gema has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of Gema?

    Gema has a transit score of 78, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to Gema?

    The schools assigned to Gema include Washington Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and San Diego High School.

    What neighborhood is Gema in?

    Gema is in the Cortez Hill neighborhood in San Diego, CA.

    What are Gema's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has monthly fee of $50 for dogs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has monthly fee of $50 for cats.

    Does Gema have virtual tours available?

    Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Gema.

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