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    Apartment for rent
  • $4,275/mo

    1642 University Ave UNIT 404, San Diego, CA 92103

    2beds
    1,200sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Apartment
    Available now
    Cats, small dogs OK
    Air conditioner
    In unit laundry
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Top floor corner unitLarge walk in closetDigital refrigeratorAc and heatKitchen sink disposalBuilt in microwave ovenGreat cross ventilation
    4 Weeks Free on 12 Month Lease with Move in by November 15th! Hi! Welcome to Eitol - the most unique living experience in Hillcrest! --shown BY APPT only - please do not disturb anyone onsite-- 13 distinct towers surround an upscale restaurant/lounge open till midnight each day. Welcome to the Eitol Lifestyle. The place to see and be seen ;) If you want quiet mornings that ease into groovy afternoon's - eventually becoming sophisticated sexy evenings filled with social activity, then THIS is the place for YOU! At this bright 2 bedroom PLUS DEN 2.5 bath penthouse loft, you'll enjoy south-east facing city skyline and balboa park views through 18 foot tall floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the well-known balboa park tree canopy and city skyline view. Windows on all 4 sides guarantee the best ocean breezes flow thru and since you are at the top of this unique tower you enjoy NO noisy neighbors above or next to you! Upstairs is a spacious loft-style bedroom overlooking the living room below and city views beyond. The bedroom features a large walk in closet and space for a queen/king size bed plus dresser. In addition to the south city views, the HUGE private balcony overlooks Eitol Towers' 13 Colorful towers plus the active courtyard, upbeat restaurant/lounge and water feature. top floor CORNER unit. cool custom design kitchen cabinets & countertops. eco-friendly design. great cross ventilation. 4 sides of natural daylight and fresh air. separate Laundry/powder room. Big kitchen island - great for entertaining. Stack washer/dryer. Dishwasher. Kitchen sink disposal. 4 burner electric cooktop/stove. built in microwave oven. digital Refrigerator. Upstairs unit AC and Heat. 2nd parking space available you pay all utilities. credit /criminal /reference check. 12 month lease sec dep = one month rent amount AVAILABLE NOW this unit is not ideal for roommates since the loft bedroom is open to the level below and sound is not contained. Tired of living in over-designed artificially lit double loaded corridors leading to those forced conversations while waiting for the elevator to take you down underground as you fetch your car? Us too. Eitol lets you leave that all behind. Live your life to the fullest here with modern urban design inspired by the enchanting Southern Californian bungalow courtyard housing yet done in a sexy way. 13 distinct towers each designed to take advantage of its position on the site maximizing views, sun, shade and sexual tensions. Large open-able windows dance up and down the tall volumes creating a composition of openings for bright interactive spaces. Yes we want you to look in, we are looking out. Eitol is an experiment in Public vs Private. We encourage polite interaction between viewers By design, Eitol keeps all circulation outdoors to encourage social engagement and fun with friends in a space that you will actually get to know your neighbors. floor to ceiling windows look over the trees to Balboa Park & city skyline! --shown BY APPT only - please do not disturb anyone onsite-- NEW - live in this Fantastic top floor BRIGHT CORNER space! you have to see this place to believe it. its totally unique - mixed use urban infill at its best. walk a block to all that is Hillcrest! this ideal location is perfect for your active urban lifestyle! this amazing loft is sure to please. These spaces are designed for the modern urban dweller yearning for an alternative to the expected and boring corporate large-scale development 'mission valley' living. Our spaces are unique and quirky - for you to bring your creative interpretation to this cool LOFT space. --SHOWN BY APPT ONLY - please do not disturb anyone onsite-- Located just a few minutes north of Downtown San Diego and about 10 minutes East of the beach, Hillcrest sits in the heart of San Diego, offering an eclectic mix of bars, restaurants, coffee houses, boutiques and one-of-a-kind shops. Hillcrest has long been recognized around the world as the hub of San Diego's LGBTQ community, and celebrated for it's pedestrian-friendly streets and international dining scene. Simply put, Hillcrest is rich with highly acclaimed restaurants, a thriving shopping district, exciting nightlife, and one-of-a-kind street fairs and special events. Hillcrest is also just minutes from Sea World, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo. Price, terms, offerings, availability subject to change. All information deemed reliable, tenant to verify all. Eitol Towers
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    Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 08:32pm

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • View
    • Flooring: Concrete
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Corian Countertops, Corner Unit, Courtyard, Floor-to-Ceiling Windows, Flooring: Concrete, Full Kitchen, Live/Work, Parking Optional, Sound-Insulating Windows, Tall Ceilings, View Type: Views, innovative architectural design

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Details
    • Building name: Eitol Towers
    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Gated Community
    Location
    • Region: San Diego

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/9/2025Listed for rent$4,275$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    11/28/2025Listing removed$4,275$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    11/6/2025Price change$4,275-4.5%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    10/24/2025Price change$4,475+4.7%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    9/26/2025Listed for rent$4,275$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: Hillcrest

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    There are 3 available units in this apartment building