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675 9th Ave,
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1-3 Beds $2,900 - $10,000
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!
470 20th St,
San Diego,
CA
92102
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The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!
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About The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!
FIRST MONTH FREE!!!! (With 12 month + signed lease) This charming, fully-renovated 27-unit apartment community is located in the heart of Sherman Heights! Known for its superior walkability and affluent history, Sherman Heights is one of San Diego’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Residents of The Sterling are a short distance to Downtown San Diego where they can enjoy the finest dining, nightlife, cafés, boutique stores, and entertainment venues San Diego has to offer. The Sterling’s unit and property amenities include community balconies, bike storage, restored and decorated common areas, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, granite countertops, with select units holding skyline views and private balconies. This gorgeous restored historic building is one of a kind and these listings will not last! Contact Avery for more information! or No utilities Included Pet deposit and rent on approved pets
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92102 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Park-Like Garden Terrace for Relaxation
- Easy Freeway Access to 5
- 15
- On-site Bike Storage
- WiFi Throughout
- 94
- Two Community Balconies with Seating
- 10-minute Walk or Quick UBER Ride from East Village Bars
- 163
- Beautiful Colonial Revival Architecture
- Fully Gated and access Controlled Building
- Meticulously Restored and Decorated Common Areas
- On-Site Laundry Facility
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Gated
Apartment Features
- Wi-Fi
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Balcony
Location
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Located where the I-5 meets Route 94, Sherman Heights is a historic neighborhood convenient to Downtown San Diego and its many amenities. Within the neighborhood boundaries, you can find historic homes, Villa Montezuma Museum, Sherman Heights Community Center, and several tasty Mexican restaurants.
Known as a community filled with culture, Sherman Heights hosts a variety of events and festivals such as the Latino Music Festival, Day of the Dead, and a Soap Box Derby. Sherman Heights, declared a historic district in 1987, sits just ten blocks from Petco Park and less than five miles from San Diego International Airport.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from San Diego City College. It is also near Thomas Jefferson School of Law and Calif. Western School of Law.
Schools
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,818 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-6
467 Students
Nearby
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
306 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
539 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter High School
Grades 9-12
258 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
6 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
220 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-10 & 12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Park And Market, located 0.5 mile from The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!. The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! is near San Diego International, located 4.6 miles or 9 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 5.2 mi |
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Drive: | 22 min | 16.8 mi |
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Drive: | 30 min | 24.0 mi |
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Drive: | 34 min | 27.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
Time and distance from The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego!.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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The New Children's Museum
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Friendship Garden
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Balboa Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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San Diego Natural History Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Fleet Science Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including The New Children's Museum, Balboa Park, and Friendship Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is NMC San Diego which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.6 mi |
The Historic Sterling in Downtown San Diego! is 4.3 miles from San Diego Naval Air Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including North Island Naval Air Station.
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