The Marquis

1751 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago

(3)

Monthly Rent: $1,900 - $2,200; View Fees and Policies
Bedrooms: 1 - 21 - 2 Beds
Bathrooms: 1 Bath1 Bath
Sq. Ft.: 523 - 640 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

The Park

$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 563 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

106

$2,000

563 Sq. Ft.

Now

The Hillcrest

$1,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 523 - 569 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 25

The Coronado

$2,200

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 640 Sq. Ft.

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Available Now

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

Built in 1921
58 units5 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

Application Fee Per Applicant

$75

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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Drive Time

Walk Time

Bike Ride Time

Public Transit

Property Highlights

1 Parking Spot, Dog Park, Private Gated
Gym, Yoga Room, Bike Racks, Storage Room
Pet Friendly With Esa Cert.
Pre-war building with Loft Style apts.

Apartment Features

Built-In Bookshelves
Ceiling Fans
Crown Molding
Granite Countertops
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Ceilings
High Speed Internet Access
Intercom
Kitchen
Oven
Pantry
Range
Refrigerator
Security System
Smoke Free
Stainless Steel Appliances
Storage Space
Tile Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Views
Washer/Dryer

Community Features

24 Hour Access
Bicycle Storage
Business Center
Conference Rooms
Controlled Access
Courtyard
Dog Park
Elevator
Fitness Center
Gated
Key Fob Entry
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
Property Manager on Site
Roof Terrace
Utilities Included
Vintage Building

Map of The Marquis

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Strong public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Commuter Rail

6 min Drive

Airport

San Diego International

7 min Drive

Moving to Hillcrest, San Diego, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Marquis proximity to 1727-1735 University Ave and Hillcrest Colonnade. 1727-1735 University Ave is 0.1 miles away, and Hillcrest Colonnade is within a 7 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, The Marquis has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 17.6 miles. Transit options include Rio Vista and Mission Valley Center.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Marquis are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.6 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 8 minutes from The Marquis.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Birney Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Roosevelt International Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Vista La Mesa Academy

Grades K-8

Public

San Diego Cooperative Charter School 2

Grades K-8

Charter

King-Chavez Community Academy

Grades PK-8

Public

St. Patrick's Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

San Diego High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Aseltine School

Grades K-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School	Commute Time (Distance)
UC San Diego, Medical Center	Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
San Diego City College	Drive: 5 min (2.6 mi)
Calif. Western School of Law	Drive: 6 min (3.2 mi)
The Art Inst., San Diego	Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)

About The Marquis

Welcome to The Marquis, a beautifully preserved 100-year-old historic apartment community in the heart of Hillcrest, one of San Diego’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. This classic building pairs timeless architectural charm with modern… conveniences—including a completely redone fitness center—for the perfect balance of character and comfort.
Step outside and you’re immediately immersed in the best of Hillcrest. Enjoy steps-away access to top-rated cafés, restaurants, and nightlife, or stroll just one block to the famous Hillcrest Farmers’ Market, held every Sunday, featuring fresh local produce, artisan vendors, and live entertainment.

Prime Hillcrest Location:
- Steps to Hillcrest’s finest dining, cafés, and shops
- Walking distance to Scripps and UCSD medical facilities
- One block from the Hillcrest Farmers’ Market (every Sunday)
- Minutes to Balboa Park, museums, and outdoor recreation
- Close to San Diego International Airport and major shopping centers
- Located in a fun, energetic, and highly walkable neighborhood

Community Features & Value:
- Completely renovated on-site gym with modern equipment
- Owner pays Gas, Water/Sewer, and Trash
- Classic historic charm with updated amenities
- Application / Administration Fee: $75

If you’re searching for a Hillcrest apartment that offers historic character, walkable city living, and upgraded amenities in one of San Diego’s most desirable neighborhoods, The Marquis is the place to call home.

Welcome to The Marquis, a beautifully preserved 100-year-old historic apartment community in the heart of Hillcrest, one of San Diego’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. This classic building pairs timeless architectural charm with modern conveniences—including a completely redone fitness center—for the perfect balance of character and comfort.
Step outside and you’re immediately immersed in the best of Hillcrest. Enjoy steps-away access to top-rated cafés, restaurants, and nightlife, or stroll just one block to the famous Hillcrest Farmers’ Market, held every Sunday, featuring fresh local produce, artisan vendors, and live entertainment.

Prime Hillcrest Location:
- Steps to Hillcrest’s finest dining, cafés, and shops
- Walking distance to Scripps and UCSD medical facilities
- One block from the Hillcrest Farmers’ Market (every Sunday)
- Minutes to Balboa Park, museums, and outdoor recreation
- Close to San Diego International Airport and major shopping centers
- Located in a fun, energetic, and highly walkable neighborhood

Community Features & Value:
- Completely renovated on-site gym with modern equipment
- Owner pays Gas, Water/Sewer, and Trash
- Classic historic charm with updated amenities
- Application / Administration Fee: $75

If you’re searching for a Hillcrest apartment that offers historic character, walkable city living, and upgraded amenities in one of San Diego’s most desirable neighborhoods, The Marquis is the place to call home.

The Marquis is an apartment community in San Diego, CA

Contact

Property Address:

1751 University Ave,
San Diego, CA 92103

Phone Number: (858) 630-3501

Office Hours

Sunday Closed
Monday By Appointment Only
Tuesday By Appointment Only
Wednesday By Appointment Only
Thursday By Appointment Only
Friday By Appointment Only
Saturday Closed

Renter Reviews

For The Marquis

1.0

3 Ratings & Reviews

2/25/26

Dishonest Management, Maintenance a challenge

I lived in the Marquis from 2019-2020. The building is historic, that much is a given. This leads to certain oddities like a tiny slow elevator and slanted floors (perhaps one doesn't mind these things).

But between the historic nature and the maintenance/upkeep, it also results in:

- built-in drawers that cannot open or close because they are covered in a thick layer of paint
- 2 bedroom apartments that are not really 2 bedrooms because the window, at some point in the past, had been removed… from the 2nd bedroom
- a sink that has a tap that cannot effectively spray, and that maintenance refused to fix
- a very noisy heating system

But the biggest reason behind a one- star review is clearly the move- out process. Management refused to follow what was required of them via State law in attempt to penny pinch every part of the deposit they could. Even what they claimed they owed the tenant of the deposit, they never sent despite being obligated to by state law and being provided a new address.

Review from Apartments.com

10 People Found This Helpful
6/11/22

Poor Communication

Consistent messages and calls with no reply’s or call backs or follow up

Review from Apartments.com

19 People Found This Helpful
2/1/16

Terrible Management

I lived here from June of 2015 to December of 2015. The reason I moved out was my apartment was infested with FLEAS. I repeatedly notified management, and all they would do is come up to my apartment with the spray you can buy at the grocery store, and spray the corners and the baseboards. As such, the fleas kept coming back.

Before all this happened, things were still terrible. They began construction on the building about a month after I moved in. They would start working on the floors, and… then stop and start something else. They were in the process of installing a video intercom system in all the apartments, but they left a 1 foot by 1 foot hole in the wall and patched it up with paper. When I left, they hadn't finished any of the construction projects they had began.

The windows leaked when it rained, and when I called management to have the issue addressed, they tried to blame the people who installed the windows, and then never fixed the issue. What's more, an orange mold-like substance would leak out of the wall under the window when the rain water leaked in.

I'm sure this place was great a long time ago, and it could be great again, but don't believe the pictures. This place is WAAAAY over priced, and management is terrible. This is probably the reason that at least half the building is empty, something unheard of in San Diego.

I am currently in the process of trying to get my security deposit back, and they have exceeded the legal 21 day turn-around period for returning my deposit.

Review from Apartments.com

46 People Found This Helpful