1258 Essex St
1258 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103
Property Summary
Inspired 5 bed 3 bath historic Craftsman - Modern smart house which was completely remodeled in 2022. This is one-of-a-kind living at the epicenter of the best Uptown & Hillcrest has to offer. Enjoy a front row view of new art creations along Mural Alley by some of San Diego's finest Graffiti muralists. Amenities: -5 bedrooms -3 full bathrooms -Central AC -3 decks -Smart Chef's kitchen + wine fridge -Original fir wood floors + clawfoot tub -Tall ceilings -Smart home features: control lock, security cameras and most appliances from your phone -Fireplace -Washer & Dryer -Private yard with storage shed -2190 SF Parking: 4 coveted & enormous spaces in the heart of it all. "Best landlord ever!" - tenants The Neighborhood: 1 block: coffee, best bakery (Praeger Bros), gyms, yoga, restaurants & gathering spots, grocery (Including a Trader Joe's), bank & more 2 blocks: Sunday Farmer's Market 3 blocks: Balboa Park for hiking & museums, freeway access Pets: cats ok with $500 additional deposit, no extra pet rent fees Rent: $7,480 unfurnished. Landscaping included, tenant pays utilities. Criteria include: Income 3x rent and average credit scores of 700+. Co-signers ok with occupant income 2x rent and average credit 680. Student loans not considered income. No short term rental use. No subleasing. No indoor smoking. No solicitors. Please do not disturb occupants. Lease: Available now. 1 year minimum. No subleasing or short term rental use. Rental criteria include income 3x rent and credit score 700+. Cosigners ok w tenant income at least 2.5x rent and credit 680+ and cosigner income 3x rent and credit 720+
Renter brief
At the source check, 1 unit were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 5-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $7,440/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
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Source · 66 active 5-bedroom units · Within 5 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
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