Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

1050 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago
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  • Senior Housing 55+
Monthly Rent
$1,895
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Bedrooms
1 Bed
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
500 sq ft

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One bedroom Apt

$1,895
1 Bed, 1 Bath
500 Sq. Ft.
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Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1988
  • 47 units4 stories

Specialty Housing Details

This property is intended and operated for occupancy by persons 55 years of age or older.

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $40

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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Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Deck
  • Disposal
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Recycling
  • Roof Terrace
  • Sundeck
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside

Map of Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Good public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

San Diego International

7 min Drive

SAN

Moving to Hillcrest, San Diego, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community proximity to The Hub | Hillcrest Market, Hillcrest Colonnade, and Village Hillcrest. The Hub | Hillcrest Market is 0.2 miles away, and Hillcrest Colonnade is within a 4 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 70, Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 17.2 miles. Transit options include Washington Street and Fashion Valley Transit Center.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community 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 Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Village Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Birney Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Crown Point Jr Music Academy

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Roosevelt International Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Vista La Mesa Academy

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

King-Chavez Community Academy

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

St. Vincent De Paul

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

San Diego High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Comprehensive Ed Svs Dba Aces Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

Not rated

Comprehensive Ed Svs, Dba: Aces Academy

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
UC San Diego, Medical Center Drive: 4 min (1.2 mi)
Calif. Western School of Law Drive: 5 min (2.5 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law Drive: 4 min (2.5 mi)
San Diego City College Drive: 6 min (3 mi)

About Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

Hillcrest Regency is a senior (55 yr or older), 47 unit building, in the San Diego neighborhood of Hillcrest. An incredible location and walk able, to shops, entertainment, dinning, as well as the zoo, Balboa park, public transportation, and the 163,… 805, and 8 freeways.

1 bedroom 1 bath on 2nd floor with east facing Juliet balcony that enjoys a constant breeze.

Our community offers affordable and spacious apartments, to meet anyone's budget!
Hillcrest Regency is a must-see community, we offer an array of amenities for our residents, onsite laundry facilities, elevator, and a 4th floor roof top terrace with a spectacular view of the San Diego skyline.

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community is an apartment community in San Diego, CA

Contact

Property Address:
1050 Essex St,
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone Number: (858) 258-9573
Office Hours
  • Sunday By Appointment Only
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Saturday By Appointment Only

Renter Reviews

For Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

5.0

1 Rating & Review

  • 9/1/21

    Superior 55+ Community in Hillcrest close to Ralphs

    My mother lived here in her final yr. very nice area, Essex St.
    just South of University Ave. between Park Blvd. and 163 Freeway. All Flat, easily walkable. As I said above close to Ralph's but also close to Whole Foods, many resturants, banks... Major bus lines are there within short city blocks.
    Apartment itself is 500 sq. ft. nice for a one bedroom with small but workable kitchen, walk-in closet in bedroom, wall A/C, small balcony or patio. The 2 bedroom has 2 baths and pretty large at 800 sq    … .ft. same small but workable kitchen, A/C, no balcony. Some underground parking and some surface parking, elevator, on-site laundry. When I retire I hope to move in there.

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