Newly renovated, spacious Hillcrest condo designed with a touch of European elegance. Step into luxury with all white modern cabinetry, complemented by pristine white solid surface countertops and floor to ceiling subway tile. Custom floating stainless steel shelving adds a modern flair, while high-grade stainless appliances, including a side by side stainless fridge and energy-saving dishwasher, plus a gas 5 burner stove and oven.
Edgy design with a true black accent wall, with art piece, 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!
Small pets are permitted!
Smoking is not permitted!
Owner pays HOT & COLD water plus sewer & trash
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,895/mo
1228 Essex St APT 5, San Diego, CA 92103
1beds
--sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Sat Dec 13 2025
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Off street parking
Heat pump
What's special
Modern cabinetryEuropean eleganceNight lightsTrue black accent wallSpacious private patioItalian porcelain floorsGlass barn door
- 2 days |
- -- |
- -- |
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Tile
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage included in rent, Hot water included in rent, Sewage included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,895-3.3% |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 7/31/2023 | Price change | $2,995+99.7% |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 12/2/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,500-30.2% |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ||
| 11/2/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium_1 | ||

