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Essex Modern Living

1228 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Fenced Lot
  • Gated
  • Views
  • Patio

About Essex Modern Living

Newly renovated, spacious Hillcrest condo designed with a touch of European elegance. Step into luxury with all Black modern cabinetry, complemented by pristine white solid surface countertops and floor to ceiling white subway tile. Custom floating stainless steel shelving adds a modern flair, build in appliances, including fridge freezer and energy-saving dishwasher, plus a gas 5 burner stove and oven. Edgy design with, night lights, in-unit washer and dryer, and a walk-in European shower featuring a stylish glass barn door and exquisite Italian porcelain floors. Stay organized with well-designed California closets and enjoy the brand new split system air conditioning throughout the unit. Relax and unwind on your spacious private patio, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. Our pet-friendly property also features a secure courtyard, ensuring peace of mind for you and your furry companions. Rest well in the bedroom with darkening blinds and take advantage of convenient on-site parking. Located in the vibrant heart of Hillcrest, you'll be just steps away from an array of bars, restaurants, grocery stores, and the renowned farmers market. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity. This unit surpasses any new construction on the market. We do not charge RUBS! Water, sewer + hot water & trash are no extra charge. Small pets are permitted! Smoking is not permitted! Act quickly as it won't be available for long.

Essex Modern Living is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92103 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • California Custom Closets
  • Custom Stainless Shelving
  • Darkening Blinds
  • Massive Patio
  • Mirrored Closets
  • Night Lighting System
  • Solid Surface Counters

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Gated
  • Fenced Lot
  • Courtyard

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Refrigerator

Disposal

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Gas Range

Model Details

  • Tile Floors
  • Dining Room
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Patio

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Location
1228 Essex St, San Diego,
CA 92103
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City - San Diego

San Diego earns its nickname "America's Finest City" not just from good weather but from 70 miles of coastline that are the perfect place to spend your weekend outdoors. Neighborhoods like North Park, Little Italy, and the Gaslamp Quarter each carry their own distinct energy — from craft brewery culture and street art to waterfront dining and live music. Balboa Park, one of the oldest recreational parks in the country, anchors the city's cultural scene with 17+ museums, sprawling gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Mission Trails Regional Park adds another 8,000-plus acres of trails and open space just minutes from downtown.

The rental market reflects the city's range of lifestyles. Downtown high-rises and loft-style apartment communities sit alongside bungalows near the beach and hillside townhomes with canyon views. Whether you're drawn to the walkable streets of East Village or the quieter stretches of Carmel Valley, there's a rental fit for just about every preference.

Learn more about living in San Diego 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
UC San Diego, Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Calif. Western School of Law
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Drive: 4 min 2.6 mi
San Diego City College
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
Essex Modern Living is within 4 minutes or 1.3 miles from UC San Diego, Medical Center. It is also near Calif. Western School of Law and Thomas Jefferson School of Law.
Schools
Crown Point Jr Music Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
313 Students
Nearby
Vista La Mesa Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
518 Students
Nearby
San Diego Cooperative Charter School 2
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
306 Students
Nearby
Birney Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
535 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt International Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
760 Students
Attendance Zone
San Diego High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,602 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Patrick's Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
213 Students
Nearby
St. Vincent De Paul
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
223 Students
Nearby
Aseltine School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Diego include Washington Street, located 2.3 miles from Essex Modern Living. Essex Modern Living is near San Diego International, located 3.0 miles or 7 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Washington Street
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Mission Valley Center
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Hazard Center
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Middletown
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Fashion Valley Transit Center
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
Drive: 6 min 3.4 mi
Old Town Transit Center
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Sorrento Valley
Drive: 19 min 13.5 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 27 min 20.5 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 31 min 24.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
 Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi

Walkability Near Essex Modern Living

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Essex Modern Living.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Hillcrest Colonnade
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
The Hub | Hillcrest Market
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
1727-1735 University Ave
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Essex Modern Living has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
San Diego Zoo
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
San Diego Natural History Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Balboa Park
 Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Fleet Science Center
 Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Friendship Garden
 Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Essex Modern Living has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Natural History Museum, and Fleet Science Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Scripps Mercy Hospital
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
UC San Diego Health Hirest - Hirest Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Essex Modern Living has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Scripps Mercy Hospital which is 0.7 mile away and a 14 minute walk.

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