- Bedrooms
- 1 - 21 - 2 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 - 21 - 2 Baths
- Sq. Ft.
- 744 - 1,289 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
Aspen
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Details
Lease Term Options
- We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Property Information
- Built in 1988
- 216 units2 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
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Application Fee Per Applicant$48
Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeN/A
Dogs Allowed
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Pet Deposit$500
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Monthly Pet Fee$75
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One-Time Pet FeeN/A
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Cats Allowed
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Monthly Pet Fee$50
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Pet Deposit$500
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One-Time Pet FeeN/A
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Situational
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Security Deposit - Non-RefundableN/A
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Late FeeN/A
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- Barbecue area
- Night Patrol
- Online resident portal
- Parking
- Pet friendly
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Crown Molding
- Dishwasher
- Double Vanities
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Microwave
- Pantry
- Quartz Countertops
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Clubhouse
- Controlled Access
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Pool
- Spa
- Tennis Court
- Walk-Up
- Wi-Fi
Map of Bernardo Crest
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Minimal public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Somewhat bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
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Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Transit
Airport
31 min Drive
Moving to Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Bernardo Crest proximity to Bernardo Center and Rancho Bernardo Food Center. Bernardo Center is 0.5 miles away, and Rancho Bernardo Food Center is within a 9 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Bernardo Crest are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 3.9 miles, including Black Mountain Open Space Park.
Airports
Living in Rancho Bernardo provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 31 minutes from Bernardo Crest.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
L. R. Green Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Highland Ranch Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Shoal Creek Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
R. Roger Rowe Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Oak Knoll Montessori #2
Grades PK-5
Private
Bernardo Heights Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Michael's School
Grades PK-8
Private
Rancho Bernardo High
Grades 9-12
Public
San Diego Liberal Arts Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| San Diego Miramar College | Drive: 13 min (8.8 mi) |
| Alliant International Univ. | Drive: 16 min (10.9 mi) |
| CSU San Marcos | Drive: 21 min (14 mi) |
About Bernardo Crest
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Luxurious and welcoming, Bernardo Crest apartment homes in San Diego, CA offer an inviting atmosphere completed by an array of enticing amenities. Each one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartment home… features touches like central heating and air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with wood-style flooring, and a private patio or balcony with extra storage. Select residences offer additional elements such as a wood-burning fireplace, an in-unit washer and dryer, or an attached garage. Just outside your door, you’ll find easy access to community amenities including a spa and 65-foot lap pool, clubroom with a full kitchen, fitness center, plus our lighted tennis courts. Bernardo Crest offers rental living within the sought-after Rancho Bernardo neighborhood and the desirable Poway School District. Our community is within steps to shopping centers, banks, grocery stores, and restaurants as well as minutes from exciting adventures at Poway Lake, the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND, and SeaWorld. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Luxurious and welcoming, Bernardo Crest apartment homes in San Diego, CA offer an inviting atmosphere completed by an array of enticing amenities. Each one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartment home features touches like central heating and air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with wood-style flooring, and a private patio or balcony with extra storage. Select residences offer additional elements such as a wood-burning fireplace, an in-unit washer and dryer, or an attached garage. Just outside your door, you’ll find easy access to community amenities including a spa and 65-foot lap pool, clubroom with a full kitchen, fitness center, plus our lighted tennis courts. Bernardo Crest offers rental living within the sought-after Rancho Bernardo neighborhood and the desirable Poway School District. Our community is within steps to shopping centers, banks, grocery stores, and restaurants as well as minutes from exciting adventures at Poway Lake, the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND, and SeaWorld. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
Bernardo Crest is an apartment community in San Diego, CA
Contact
San Diego, CA 92128
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- Monday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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- Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Renter Reviews
For Bernardo Crest
2 Ratings & Reviews
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6/16/21
Stay away if you want a safe community
Does not take any responsibility for major security failures that are completely unacceptable and will try to argue they are not responsible but such a major failure is on them. The reason this community is not safe is because thiefs had hours to jack up my car and steal parts. They were not just cut off but fully uninstalled. A shop said it would have took hours for on jacks. So they had 2-3 hours to jack up a car and steal parts. How does there supposed drive thru security patrol not see and… stop this? 2-3 hours is a massive amount of time and honestly it is about 20% of the time they patrol. A community that asks for premium rent can't have a patrol that can patrol for at least 85% of the night? That's completely absurd and totally unacceptable. The community will not do anything to make to it right as that doesnt seem to be an issue to them. Stay away and avoid this community if you value your property.
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