Details
Property Information
- Built in 2013
- 287 units4 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
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Application Fee Per Applicant$45
Garage
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Parking Fee$60 - $120 / mo
Comments
Max of 1. Two-level underground parking garage with gated access.
No Pets Allowed
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
- 90" Movie Theater
- Armoire
- Cable Included
- Flat Screen TV Included
- Fully Furnished
- Gaming Courtyards (Billiards, Ping Pong)
- Housekeeping Included
- Lounge Areas
- On-Site Restaurant
- Resident Events
- Solar Panels
- Utilities Included
- WIFI Included
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Furnished
- Granite Countertops
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Tub/Shower
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
- Window Coverings
Community Features
- Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
- Clubhouse
- Concierge
- Controlled Access
- Courtyard
- Doorman
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Furnished Units Available
- Garages
- Gated
- Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Maintenance on site
- Meal Service
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Package Service
- Picnic Area
- Private Bathroom
- Property Manager on Site
- Spa
- Study Lounge
- Tanning Salon
- Utilities Included
Map of The Essential
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
15 min Drive
Commuter Rail
16 min Drive
Airport
16 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hardy Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Lewis Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Vista La Mesa Academy
Grades K-8
Public
St Katharine Drexel Academy
Grades K-8
Private
King-Chavez Community Academy
Grades PK-8
Public
St. Therese Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Patrick Henry High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Uc University High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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About The Essential
Located just steps away from the campus of San Diego State University, The Suites on Paseo is a brand new off campus up-scale Housing Community that offers Individual Leases. The Suites on Paseo offers residents a unique living environment that is… all inclusive. Rates include all utilities and housekeeping services. Amenities included in rent are on site 90" movie theater with gaming consoles, 24-hour Crossfit gym, luxury spray tanning facilities, and the Brick Oven Bistro restaurant. Onsite laundry, meal plans, and covered parking available.
Located just steps away from the campus of San Diego State University, The Suites on Paseo is a brand new off campus up-scale Housing Community that offers Individual Leases. The Suites on Paseo offers residents a unique living environment that is all inclusive. Rates include all utilities and housekeeping services. Amenities included in rent are on site 90" movie theater with gaming consoles, 24-hour Crossfit gym, luxury spray tanning facilities, and the Brick Oven Bistro restaurant. Onsite laundry, meal plans, and covered parking available.
The Essential is an apartment community in San Diego, CA
Renter Reviews
For The Essential
5 Ratings & Reviews
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11/29/22
sucks
broken amenities, bad policies, nothing is good about this place
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