
1221 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103
What This Townhouse Offers
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!
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Sorry - no pets!
This unit comes NON-FURNISHED.
Available Feb 5th
Unit
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 960 sq. ft.
- Available Feb 5
Townhome Features
- Dishwasher
1221 Essex St is located in San Diego, California in the 92103 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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San Diego, CA 92103

Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise93 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit57 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable66 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Birney Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
San Miguel Elementary
Grades K-6
Public
Roosevelt International Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Vincent De Paul
Grades K-8
Private
St. Patrick's Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
San Diego High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Comprehensive Ed Svs Dba Aces Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
Comprehensive Ed Svs, Dba: Aces Academy
Grades 1-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
UC San Diego, Medical Center
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Calif. Western School of Law
Drive: 5 min (2.4 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Drive: 5 min (2.6 mi)
San Diego City College
Drive: 6 min (3.1 mi)
Discover Hillcrest, San Diego, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1221 Essex St proximity to Hillcrest Colonnade, The Hub | Hillcrest Market, and 1727-1735 University Ave. Hillcrest Colonnade is 0.3 miles away, and The Hub | Hillcrest Market is within a 6 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 57, 1221 Essex St has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 24.2 miles. Transit options include Washington Street and Fashion Valley Transit Center.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1221 Essex St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Natural History Museum, and Fleet Science Center.
Airports
Living in Hillcrest provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 7 minutes from 1221 Essex St.
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