The Melrose

2164 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,695 - $1,795
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Bedrooms
Studio
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
400 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

0BR/1.0BA

$1,695 - $1,795
Studio, 1 Bath
400 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2
$1,695
400
Now
12
$1,795
400
Now
* Price shown is base rent. 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. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 16 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

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

  • Surface Lot

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

  • Close to Balboa Park
  • Communal laundry room on-site
  • None
  • Top Floor

Community Features

  • Controlled Access

Map of The Melrose

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Good public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

4 min Drive

Blue Line - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Trolley (San Diego Trolley) Orange Line - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Trolley (San Diego Trolley) San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Trolley

Commuter Rail

4 min Drive

Coaster - San Diego North County Transit District (Coaster/Sprinter/Breeze) San Diego North County Transit District

Commuter Rail

7 min Drive

Coaster - San Diego North County Transit District (Coaster/Sprinter/Breeze) San Diego North County Transit District

Airport

San Diego International

5 min Drive

San Diego International

Airport

McClellan-Palomar

44 min Drive

Moving to Bankers Hill, San Diego, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Melrose proximity to West Laurel Studios and Horton. West Laurel Studios is 0.8 miles away, and Horton is within a 19 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, The Melrose has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 18.8 miles. Transit options include Civic Center and County Center/Little Italy.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Melrose are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Maritime Museum of San Diego, Friendship Garden, and San Diego Natural History Museum.

Airports

Living in Bankers Hill provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 6 minutes from The Melrose.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Village Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lincoln Acres

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Washington Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

Not rated

Montessori School Of San Diego

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Roosevelt International Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

City Tree Christian

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

San Diego High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Lincoln International Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

The O'Farrell Charter School

Grades K-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

San Diego County Community

Grades K-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Calif. Western School of Law Walk: 8 min (0.5 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law Drive: 2 min (1.1 mi)
San Diego City College Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)
UC San Diego, Medical Center Drive: 5 min (2 mi)

About The Melrose

Fall in love with the timeless charm of Melrose Apartments, a classic Bankers Hill community featuring beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and vintage architectural details that give each apartment a unique character. Nestled in one of… San Diego's most desirable neighborhoods, Melrose offers the perfect blend of historic charm and urban convenience, just moments from Balboa Park, Little Italy, Downtown San Diego, and the waterfront. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle surrounded by local cafés, restaurants, and cultural attractions while coming home to a residence filled with warmth, character, and classic San Diego appeal.

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