MOVE-IN Special $500 Off Second Month's Rent. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the heart of the College Area. Just minutes from San Diego State University, this residence offers a perfect blend of space, convenience, and comfort.
Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully designed layout with ample natural light, generously sized bedrooms, and modern updates throughout. The open living and dining areas create a warm and inviting atmosphere, ideal for gatherings or quiet nights in.
The kitchen features sleek countertops, plenty of cabinet space, and direct access to the backyard perfect for entertaining. The expansive yard offers room to relax, garden, or enjoy sunny San Diego days. Off-street parking and in-unit laundry add to the convenience.
This home is move-in ready and ideally located near public transit, dining, shopping, and campus life, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy all that the College Area has to offer.
Professionally Managed by J&D Management. Additional Fees and Services: Pet Fees (owner approval required): $50/month per pet. Resident Benefit Package: $55/month. Group Rate Internet (GRI): 1gig @$65/month.
A/C Mini Split. Close To Freeways. Close To Schools. Close To Shopping. Covered Portch. Driveway. Luxury Vinyl Planks. Walk In Shower. Washer/Dryer. Pet Friendly, Stainless steel appliances, Air conditioning, Parking available, Back porch, Dogs ok, Cats ok, Ceiling fans & Fenced yard.
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RentalSource last checked: 6 hours ago · Listing updated: October 15, 2026
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Property Summary
Property Type:
Apartment
Rental Fee:
$4,980
Bedrooms:
5 beds
Bathrooms:
2 baths
Size:
2,000 sqft
Pets:
Cats & dogs
Laundry:
In unit
Parking:
Yes
Available:
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ID:
84066743
Amenities
•Washer/Dryer In Unit
•Air Conditioning
•Parking
•Balcony/Patio
•Ceiling Fan
•Fenced Yard
•High-Speed Internet
•Public Transportation
•Stainless Steel Appliances
•Vinyl/Laminate Floors
Additional Details
This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment at 4251 College Ave in San Diego, CA 92115 rents for $4,980 a month. It has 2,000 square feet and is pet friendly. 4251 College Ave was advertised by Leasing Team on July 24, 2026.
How the Rent Compares
At $4,980 a month, this apartment is below the typical rent for 4+ bedroom apartments and condos in San Diego (about $6,200).
Typical $6,200This home $4,980
$4,300$10,770
From 53 apartments and condos with four or more bedrooms listed in San Diego on RentalSource in October 2026: the scale holds eight in ten of them, and the shaded band the middle half.
$6,200Typical rent for 4+ bedroom apartments and condos in San Diego
The rent has dropped twice since it was listed on July 24, from $5,500 to $4,980. This home was last listed for rent on RentalSource from March to April 2025, ending at $5,500. Today's rent is $520 lower.
Rent history for this home, newest first
Date
Event
Rent
Change
October 15, 2026
Price change
$4,980−6.0%
−6.0%
August 29, 2026
Price change
$5,300−3.6%
−3.6%
July 24, 2026
Listed for rent
$5,500
April 25, 2025
Listing removed
$5,500
These are listed prices. What renters actually paid may have been different.
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