Our beautifully preserved, historic 2BR/1BA Craftsman flat is just 5-minutes' walk to downtown San Diego along Broadway, a few blocks from Balboa Park, and close to coffee shops, cool eateries, markets, and bakeries.
Featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, and original Craftsman built-in dining cabinets, this unit is in a desirable, quiet neighborhood yet near city activities and fun.
The building is an exceptionally maintained historic 4-plex built in 1906 that celebrates the quality of time-tested craft, design, and charm. The built-in dining cabinets are mahogany, and a requisite fireplace is conveniently upgraded to gas. In keeping with the allure, yet offering full functionality, the bathroom features a clawfoot tub and pedestal sink. A fully functional, vintage stove creates the ideal kitchen setting.
This is a large two-bedroom unit on the upper, right side of the building. At the top of the wide, wooden stairs, you will enter the unit through the dining room, which leads to a short hallway that separates the dining room, the bathroom, the two bedrooms, and the kitchen. There is a back door off the kitchen with unstoppable city views that leads down an outside stairwell to the backyard area. Both bedrooms are private, yet they are adjoined by a door between the rooms. For added private access, you can enter the back bedroom exclusively from the porch through the back door just to the right of the back kitchen door. The door has a keyless entry lock for easy access from the kitchen to the back bedroom.
True to its Craftsman style, the large dining room, with its large exposed beams, is open and accessible from the living room and serves as the center piece of the flat. The dining cabinets are the original built-ins.
A front porch bistro table provides a welcoming opportunity to enjoy the beautiful street trees. Plus, an additional seating area on the back deck, with stunning, sweeping views of the downtown San Diego city skyline, will invite you to watch the sunset every evening you can.
The listing price for this unit reflects unfurnished. However, we can also offer it fully and impeccably furnished for those travelers who are ready to rent longer term (not Airbnb) and desire beauty and comfort in their surroundings. Completely furnished, the unit rents for $3,495, which includes up to $75 in covered utilities, water, and free Wi-Fi.
This old-style charm, turn-of-the-century multi-family Crafstman-style property located at the west end of Golden Hill, just minutes from downtown San Diego features four, charming apartment units, complete with bay windows, wood floors, fireplaces, and solid-wood moulding throughout. Enjoy sunset views of downtown. All units include range/oven and refrigerator.
Apartment for rent
$2,895+/mo
842 21st St, San Diego, CA 92102
2beds
997sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Mon Sep 15 2025
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner
-- Laundry
-- Parking
Fireplace
What's special
Wide wooden stairsFront porch bistro tableVintage stoveSolid-wood mouldingHigh ceilingsSunset views of downtownCity views
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Cooling
- Air Conditioner
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- View, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 997 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Mirrors, Pet friendly, View Type: View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Building
Details
- Building name: 21st Street - 842
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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7/11/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,895$3/sqft |
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6/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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5/22/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,895$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |