Newly renovated, spacious Hillcrest apartment designed with a touch of European elegance. Step into luxury with sleek black modern cabinetry, complemented by snow white solid surface countertops. Our floating stainless steel shelving adds a modern flair, while high-grade stainless appliances, including a built-in fridge and energy-saving dishwasher. Black ceilings, in-unit washer and dryer, and a walk-in European shower featuring a stylish glass barn door and Italian porcelain floors. Stay organized with well-designed California closets and enjoy air conditioning throughout the unit.
Relax and unwind on your spacious private patio, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Our pet-friendly property also features a secure courtyard, ensuring peace of mind for you and your furry companions.
Large Bedroom with darkening blinds and on-site parking. Located in the vibrant heart of Hillcrest, you'll be just steps away from an array of bars, restaurants, grocery stores, and the best farmers market in San Diego! Balboa Park a 1,200 acre park with museums and the world famous Zoo is less than one mile away.
Don't miss out on this great unit.
FREE PERKS: Water, Sewer, Hot Water, Trash & Parking
Small Pets are permitted up top 20 LBS.
Smoking is not permitted!
Apartment for rent
$2,795/mo
1228 Essex St APT 1, San Diego, CA 92103
1beds
730sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Thu Feb 5 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Secure courtyardTouch of european eleganceSleek black modern cabinetrySpacious private patioItalian porcelain floorsStylish glass barn doorWalk-in european shower
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Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 12:22am
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Stove, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Windows: Window Coverings
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 730 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: California closets, Courtyard, Garden, duel shower head, night lighting, pet friendly, stainless shelving
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,795$4/sqft |
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| 12/10/2024 | Listing removed | $2,795$4/sqft |
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| 12/6/2024 | Price change | $2,795-3.5%$4/sqft |
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| 12/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,895$4/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $2,895$4/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Hillcrest
There are 2 available units in this apartment building