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Monthly Rent
$2,099 - $2,899
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
470 - 1,048 sq ft
Highlights
- English and Spanish Speaking Staff
- Sauna
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Spa
- Island Kitchen
- Grill
- Property Manager on Site
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 2383-029price $2,099square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2383-008price $2,125square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2370-020price $2,155square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2393-011price $2,650square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2383-041price $2,650square feet 751availibility Dec 10
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Unit 2383-034price $2,650square feet 751availibility Dec 20
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Unit 2441-001price $2,100square feet 568availibility Dec 7
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Unit 2441-032price $2,100square feet 568availibility Jan 15, 2026
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Unit 2395-206price $2,675square feet 707availibility Dec 10
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Unit 2395-405price $2,695square feet 723availibility Dec 27
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Unit 2383-033price $2,825square feet 1,000availibility Dec 8
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Unit 2380-020price $2,899square feet 1,000availibility Jan 10, 2026
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Unit 2440-020price $2,695square feet 931availibility Dec 27
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Unit 2383-029price $2,099square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2383-008price $2,125square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2370-020price $2,155square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2393-011price $2,650square feet 751availibility Now
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Unit 2383-041price $2,650square feet 751availibility Dec 10
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Unit 2383-034price $2,650square feet 751availibility Dec 20
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Unit 2441-001price $2,100square feet 568availibility Dec 7
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Unit 2441-032price $2,100square feet 568availibility Jan 15, 2026
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Unit 2395-206price $2,675square feet 707availibility Dec 10
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Unit 2395-405price $2,695square feet 723availibility Dec 27
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Unit 2383-033price $2,825square feet 1,000availibility Dec 8
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Unit 2380-020price $2,899square feet 1,000availibility Jan 10, 2026
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Unit 2440-020price $2,695square feet 931availibility Dec 27
Fees and 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 ApplicantCharged per applicant.$35
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$0
- Due at Application
- Dogs
- Dog DepositCharged per pet.$500
- Dog RentCharged per pet.$50 / mo
40 lbs. Weight LimitRestrictions:NoneRead MoreRead LessComments - Cats
- Cat DepositCharged per pet.$500
- Cat RentCharged per pet.$50 / mo
40 lbs. Weight LimitRestrictions:Comments
- Surface Lot
- Other
- Street Parking
- Storage Unit
- Storage DepositCharged per rentable item.$0
- Storage RentCharged per rentable item.$0 / mo
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.
Details
Lease Options
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7 - 12 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1970
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278 units/3 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Modernaire Apartments
Welcome Home! Come home to the sweet life at Modernaire Apartments in San Diego, California. Filled with charm, Modernaire is a warm, delightful community designed with quality. Our location means shopping, dining, work, and recreation are all just moments away. Our apartments were built to enhance life, bringing you a new standard of quality. We believe in offering our residents the best in comfortable, accommodating living by providing apartments that feel like homes. Stylish details and convenience have been crafted into each of our spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. Amenities include air conditioning, plush carpeting, dishwashers, breakfast bars, faux wood blinds, mirrored closet doors, and generous closets to meet your storage needs. We treasure our residents' comfort and seek to provide a warm, inviting, and friendly community. After a busy day, you'll enjoy coming home to the tranquil, friendly surroundings. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the sparkling pool, relax in the spa, or enjoy the clubhouse. Other amenities include billiards, two laundry facilities, a gym and yoga room, ping pong, a picnic area with barbecues, on-site and on-call maintenance, beautiful landscaping, and professional management. Live affordably and live well. Call Modernaire Apartments today and start your way to a memorable new home!
The Modernaire Apartments is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92123 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24 Hour Fitness Center
- Assigned Parking
- Easy Access to Shopping
- Elevator Access in Building
- Public Parks Nearby
- Classic: * In Select Apartment Homes
- Classic: Air Conditioner *
- Classic: Dishwasher *
- Classic: Mirrored Closet Doors *
- Luxury: Extra Storage
- Luxury: Full Size Washer/dryer In Unit
- Luxury: Vinyl Floors
- Picnic Area with Barbecue
- Easy Access to Freeways
- Luxury: * In Select Apartment Homes
- Luxury: Cable Ready
- Luxury: Central Air Conditioner
- On-Site / On-Call Maintenance
- White Finish
- Beautiful Landscaping
- Gray Finish
- Guest Parking
- Luxury: Ceiling Fan
- Luxury: Oversized Kitchen Island *
- Classic: Faux Wood Blinds *
- Classic: Garbage Disposal
- Downstairs
- Dry Saunas
- Luxury: Balcony or Patio
- Luxury: Large Closets
- Luxury: Stainless Steel Appliances
- Wall Unit AC
- Wi-Fi in Club House
- Classic: Balcony or Patio *
- Classic: Carpeted Floors
- Classic: Refrigerator
- Luxury: Garbage Disposal
- Luxury: Privacy Shades
- Short Term Leasing Available
- Billiards
- Classic: Microwave
- Luxury: Elevator Access
- Luxury: Large Windows
- Classic: Vertical Blinds
- Luxury: All Electric Kitchen
- Luxury: Breakfast Bar
- Luxury: Underground Parking
- Tan Finish
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Spa
- Pool
- Grill
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Refrigerator
Wi-Fi
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Patio
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Grill
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Spa
- Pool
- 24 Hour Fitness Center
- Assigned Parking
- Easy Access to Shopping
- Elevator Access in Building
- Public Parks Nearby
- Classic: * In Select Apartment Homes
- Classic: Air Conditioner *
- Classic: Dishwasher *
- Classic: Mirrored Closet Doors *
- Luxury: Extra Storage
- Luxury: Full Size Washer/dryer In Unit
- Luxury: Vinyl Floors
- Picnic Area with Barbecue
- Easy Access to Freeways
- Luxury: * In Select Apartment Homes
- Luxury: Cable Ready
- Luxury: Central Air Conditioner
- On-Site / On-Call Maintenance
- White Finish
- Beautiful Landscaping
- Gray Finish
- Guest Parking
- Luxury: Ceiling Fan
- Luxury: Oversized Kitchen Island *
- Classic: Faux Wood Blinds *
- Classic: Garbage Disposal
- Downstairs
- Dry Saunas
- Luxury: Balcony or Patio
- Luxury: Large Closets
- Luxury: Stainless Steel Appliances
- Wall Unit AC
- Wi-Fi in Club House
- Classic: Balcony or Patio *
- Classic: Carpeted Floors
- Classic: Refrigerator
- Luxury: Garbage Disposal
- Luxury: Privacy Shades
- Short Term Leasing Available
- Billiards
- Classic: Microwave
- Luxury: Elevator Access
- Luxury: Large Windows
- Classic: Vertical Blinds
- Luxury: All Electric Kitchen
- Luxury: Breakfast Bar
- Luxury: Underground Parking
- Tan Finish
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Patio
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Living in Birdland will place you just minutes away from some of San Diego’s most popular destinations. Along with being just nine miles from Downtown San Diego, Birdland is roughly 10 miles or less from several beaches including Mission Beach. The neighborhood is convenient to San Diego Mesa College and the University of San Diego. Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Nature Center is located directly west of Birdland, giving residents easy access to trails. Birdland is predominately residential, but the neighborhood is located directly north of Fashion Valley Center and Westfield Mission Valley, two sprawling malls with designer retailers, big-box stores, restaurants, and more. Birdland is also home to several medical facilities including Sharp Memorial Hospital, so residents have easy access to healthcare or their workplace. This centrally located neighborhood has moderately priced to upscale rentals available, including modern townhomes and Mediterranean-style houses and apartments.
Learn more about living in Birdland| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Hazard Center, located 3.0 miles from The Modernaire Apartments. The Modernaire Apartments is near San Diego International, located 6.4 miles or 12 minutes away.
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.8 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.1 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.5 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 17.5 mi |
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Drive: | 29 min | 21.2 mi |
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.4 mi |
Time and distance from The Modernaire Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Old Town San Diego Historic District
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.3 mi |
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San Diego Zoo
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.5 mi |
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San Diego Natural History Museum
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.9 mi |
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Fleet Science Center
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.2 mi |
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Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center
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Drive: | 11 min | 6.4 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
Property Ratings at The Modernaire Apartments
Lived here for about a year and a half. It's a quiet, safe, and competently run place. Efficient online system for payments and maintenance requests, which are usually fulfilled next day. Would recommend.
Property Manager at The Modernaire Apartments, Responded To This Review
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're proud to hear that you have nothing but amazing things to say about our team and community. Your recommendation means a lot to us. -The Modernaire Team
I moved from CT to CA and i chose Modernaire as my apt. It was the best choice ever. It was so nice and quiet during my year stay here. I don’t mind the highway sounds. I never had any issues with my neighbors or parking at all. Modernaire was never the type of landlords to feel pesty or hounding whatsoever. When i needed maintenance done it was prompt. Only issue was the disposal smell from sewer. Which is minor to me seeing that i survived. Lol. Hands down the best. If ever move back to CA i will go directly to Modernaire. Thanks Johnny ????
Property Manager at The Modernaire Apartments, Responded To This Review
Hello and thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you have nothing but amazing things to say about our team at Modernaire Apartments and what we offer!
My boyfriend and I have lived in these apartments for 2 years. Our one bedroom has a GREAT sized patio area that we have not seen available anywhere else. Our friends who come over are impressed with the size of it. The patio area alone is a reason we do not plan on moving anytime soon. The walls are thick, and we do not hear our neighbors. The neighbors, in general, are nice and respectful of one another. Management is responsive, as well are the maintenance team. The landscaping crew is here daily working on the vegetation, which is great. Overall, I recommend this apartment complex.
When I first moved in there were several things wrong with the apartment. One major appliance didn't work and took almost a week for a new one. There were several other things breaking and not working properly, problems with one of the toilets. Managment is good about responding quickly but it was just one thing after another and we still need to contact them again about two new problems in the apartment to fix. Doesn't seem like things get fixed right the first time. The showers are small. They are shower/baths but they ARE small. If you bring your leg up to wash your feet, your knee hits the shower door. There is no air conditioning which I didn't know until after I moved in. There are several washers and dryers in the laundry room. The apartments are 3 stories and there is no elevator which may be a problem for some with laundry and groceries. The apartment itself is pretty quiet but there is a lot of street noise.There are several motorcycles on the street that fly up and down at all hours and someones car alarm goes of every time I want to keep the windows open with a fan it it since there is now air conditioner, so this is a problem.. These apartments are tucked away and seem to be on a quiet street at first glance but you can hear the cars very clearly and trucks, never mind the motorcycles. The street noise if VERY loud. Living on the other side probably isn't so bad though. The good points are..... The units are large and roomy. The kitchen is small but there is a huge closet with shelves that reaches across from one wall to the other that works great as a pantry in the dining area. Since there is no air conditioning, a ceiling fan would be nice but there is none in my apartment. A wall air conditioning I don't would be too much for them to provide. but at least there are a lot of nice trees outside surrounding the apartments and a nice breeze. So far only a few days have been too hot for me but summer isn't over yet. The pool area is beautiful. The pool is heated. The jacuzzi is nice and hot. 2 bathrooms at the pool area. And nice BBQ's These are very good looking apartments and when I first moved in, it was very clean and new looking. The carpet is new and very nice. There is an area outside of the bathroom where there is a built in vanity with drawers that is very nice. The closet is there also before the bedroom. Large linen closet The floor plan is nice. 1st floor has yards. Easy to get to the 163 at any time of day.
The Modernaire Apartments Photos
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The Modernaire Apartments
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2BR, 2BA - 959SF
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The Modernaire Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
The Modernaire Apartments has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,099/mo. to $2,899/mo.
Yes, The Modernaire Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,099 for a one bedroom, you would need to earn about $76,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
The Modernaire Apartments is offering 1 Month Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,099.
Yes! The Modernaire Apartments offers 11 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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