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The Tecs - Zapotec

5450 55th St, San Diego, CA 92115

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Highlights

  • By-The-Bed Leasing
  • Furnished Units Available

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 500 SF Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1959
  • 80 units/2 stories
  • Furnished Units Available

About The Tecs - Zapotec

The Tecs - Zapotec offers a mixture of comfort, quality, and design. This community is located on 55th St. in San Diego. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has in store. Contact us or stop by today.

The Tecs - Zapotec is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92115 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Lemon Grove School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Furnished Units Available

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Kitchen
Location
5450 55th St, San Diego,
CA 92115
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Neighborhood

Extending from San Diego State University west to Fairmount Avenue, College West is home to many college students who appreciate the convenience to campus. The university occupies the northeastern corner of the neighborhood and student housing in this area is plentiful. Cross Montezuma Road and head south toward El Cajon Boulevard to find a quieter, more suburban atmosphere. Here, palm-tree-lined streets curve past attractive ranch-style homes with landscaped yards.

Most of the shops and restaurants in the neighborhood are located along El Cajon Boulevard. This is where you’ll find hotspots like Ackee Tree the real Jamaican Cuisine, the Living Room, Alforon Mediterranean, and RB Sushi. Attractions in College West include the San Diego Police Museum and SDSU’s Viejas Arena, home of basketball games and special events. Also located on campus, the Don Powell Theatre is the place to go for theatrical performances and films.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

College West San Diego, CA
Studio $914 $2,025
1 Bedroom $1,172 $2,389
2 Bedrooms $1,745 $3,000
3 Bedrooms $3,208 $3,890

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 603-625 Sq Ft $1,499 $2,085 $2,380
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 581-584 Sq Ft $850 $2,340 $2,995
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 882-884 Sq Ft $855 $2,194 $3,835
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1113 Sq Ft $950 $2,741 $8,200
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1480 Sq Ft $800 $3,382 $9,950
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Air Conditioning
  • Kitchen
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
San Diego State University
Drive: 6 min 1.1 mi
The Art Inst., San Diego
Drive: 12 min 6.6 mi
San Diego Continuing Education
Drive: 14 min 7.9 mi
Grossmont College
Drive: 15 min 8.6 mi
The Tecs - Zapotec is within 6 minutes or 1.1 miles from San Diego State University. It is also near Grossmont College and The Art Inst., San Diego.
Schools
Vista La Mesa Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
518 Students
Nearby
St Katharine Drexel Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
132 Students
Nearby
Uc University High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Diego include Sdsu Transit Center, located 0.6 mile from The Tecs - Zapotec. The Tecs - Zapotec is near San Diego International, located 9.8 miles or 18 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Sdsu Transit Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Ucsd Health East Station
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Grantville
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
70Th Street
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Mission San Diego
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Old Town Transit Center
Drive: 15 min 9.0 mi
San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)
Drive: 17 min 10.5 mi
Sorrento Valley
Drive: 24 min 15.9 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 32 min 22.9 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 36 min 26.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
 Drive: 18 min 9.8 mi

Walkability Near The Tecs - Zapotec

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Tecs - Zapotec.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
College Center
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Windmill Farms Shopping Center
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Allied Gardens Shopping Center
Drive: 8 min 3.9 mi
The Tecs - Zapotec has 3 shopping centers within 3.9 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Chollas Lake Park
 Drive: 14 min 4.2 mi
Mission Trails Regional Park
 Drive: 14 min 6.0 mi
Eucalyptus County Park
 Drive: 12 min 6.2 mi
Lamar County Park
 Drive: 13 min 7.0 mi
San Diego Zoo
 Drive: 15 min 7.2 mi
The Tecs - Zapotec has 5 parks within 7.2 miles, including Chollas Lake Park, Mission Trails Regional Park, and Eucalyptus County Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Alvarado Hospital Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Zion
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
The Tecs - Zapotec has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is Alvarado Hospital Medical Center which is 2.0 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
San Diego Naval Air Station
Drive: 16 min 9.9 mi
The Tecs - Zapotec is 9.9 miles and a 16 minute drive from San Diego Naval Air Station.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Tecs - Zapotec have in-unit laundry?

While The Tecs - Zapotec does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at The Tecs - Zapotec?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at The Tecs - Zapotec?

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Is The Tecs - Zapotec pet-friendly?

The Tecs - Zapotec does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does The Tecs - Zapotec have move-in specials?

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Does The Tecs - Zapotec offer Matterport 3D tours?

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