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1490 Essex St
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.5
About 1490 Essex St
Welcome to this sleek, contemporary four-story townhome in the heart of Hillcrest — one of San Diego's most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods. Enjoy sweeping city skyline views and treetop views of Balboa Park from multiple private patios, while... being steps from the area's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and nightlife.
The open-concept second floor features a thoughtfully designed kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances including a 5-burner gas range, and hardwood floors throughout. The third floor offers two spacious guest bedrooms and a shared full bath, while the private top-floor primary suite includes its own patio retreat. The ground floor entry connects directly to an oversized two-car tandem garage with epoxy flooring and extra storage.
Unfurnished and move-in ready — bring your vision.
Lease terms & policies
Rent: $4,800/month — all utilities included (electric, gas, water, trash)
Lease: 12-month minimum; longer terms welcome
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not permitted on premises
Furnished: Unfurnished — tenant supplies all furnishings
Parking: 2-car tandem garage included in rent
Fireplace: Living room and primary balcony
Welcome to this sleek, contemporary four-story townhome in the heart of Hillcrest — one of San Diego's most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods. Enjoy sweeping city skyline views and treetop views of Balboa Park from multiple private patios, while being steps from the area's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and nightlife.
The open-concept second floor features a thoughtfully designed kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances including a 5-burner gas range, and hardwood floors throughout. The third floor offers two spacious guest bedrooms and a shared full bath, while the private top-floor primary suite includes its own patio retreat. The ground floor entry connects directly to an oversized two-car tandem garage with epoxy flooring and extra storage.
Unfurnished and move-in ready — bring your vision.
Lease terms & policies
Rent: $4,800/month — all utilities included (electric, gas, water, trash)
Lease: 12-month minimum; longer terms welcome
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: Not permitted on premises
Furnished: Unfurnished — tenant supplies all furnishings
Parking: 2-car tandem garage included in rent
Fireplace: Living room and primary balcony
1490 Essex St is a townhouse community
Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 Months
Property Information
- 1 unit
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Parking
- Garage--
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.
- Balcony
- Fireplace
- Furnished
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Units
- Washer/Dryer
- Furnished Units Available
- Garages
Map of 1490 Essex St
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1490 Essex St proximity to 1727-1735 University Ave, Hillcrest Colonnade, and The Hub | Hillcrest Market. 1727-1735 University Ave is 0.2 miles away, and Hillcrest Colonnade is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 1490 Essex St has moderately friendly, including 10 transit stops within 24.3 miles. Transit options include Rio Vista and Fashion Valley Transit Center.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1490 Essex St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 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 1490 Essex St.
Military Bases
There is San Diego Naval Medical Center near San Diego, CA.
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Commuter Rail
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
6 min Drive


Commuter Rail
Old Town Transit Center
8 min Drive


Airport
San Diego International
7 min Drive

Birney Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Roosevelt International Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
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Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Drive: 6 min (2.7 mi)
Drive: 5 min (2.8 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Drive: 5 min (2.8 mi)
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Last Updated:
1490 Essex St
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.5
- Balcony
- Fireplace
- Furnished
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Units
- Washer/Dryer
- Furnished Units Available
- Garages
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1490 Essex St proximity to 1727-1735 University Ave, Hillcrest Colonnade, and The Hub | Hillcrest Market. 1727-1735 University Ave is 0.2 miles away, and Hillcrest Colonnade is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 1490 Essex St has moderately friendly, including 10 transit stops within 24.3 miles. Transit options include Rio Vista and Fashion Valley Transit Center.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1490 Essex St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 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 1490 Essex St.
Military Bases
There is San Diego Naval Medical Center near San Diego, CA.
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Commuter Rail
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
6 min Drive


Commuter Rail
Old Town Transit Center
8 min Drive


Airport
San Diego International
7 min Drive

Birney Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Roosevelt International Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Data provided by GreatSchools.org 2024 © 2024. All rights reserved.
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Drive: 6 min (2.7 mi)
Drive: 5 min (2.8 mi)
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Drive: 5 min (2.8 mi)



