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The Sterling
470 20th St,
San Diego,
CA
92102
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About The Sterling
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 Sterling is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92102 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 10-minute Walk or Quick UBER Ride from East Village Bars
- 15
- 163
- 94
- Beautiful Colonial Revival Architecture
- Easy Freeway Access to 5
- Fully Gated and access Controlled Building
- Meticulously Restored and Decorated Common Areas
- On-site Bike Storage
- On-Site Laundry Facility
- Park-Like Garden Terrace for Relaxation
- Two Community Balconies with Seating
- WiFi Throughout
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Gated
Apartment Features
- Wi-Fi
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Balcony
470 20th St,
San Diego,
CA
92102
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.
Learn more about living in Sherman Heights
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Sherman Heights | San Diego, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,290 | $2,026 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,313 | $2,410 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,617 | $3,036 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,066 | $3,921 |
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 Sterling 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
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
535 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
306 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
423 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
1,862 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
226 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
155 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
6 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Park And Market, located 0.5 mile from The Sterling. The Sterling 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 |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
60
/ 100
Traffic
BusyAirport
BusyBusinesses
BusyScores provided by
HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Sterling.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
The Sterling has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 mile, which is about a 19-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| 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 Sterling 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 Sterling has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is Naval Medical Center 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 | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.6 mi |
The Sterling has 3 military bases within 6.6 miles, the nearest is San Diego Naval Air Station which is 4.3 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
470 20th St
San Diego, CA 92102