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City View Apartments

$2,160 – $2,851/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 573–847 sq ft
  • 11 units available
  • Pet friendly
840 17th St, San Diego, CA, 92101

As of October 13, 2026, City View Apartments in San Diego, CA has 11 apartments for rent from $2,160 to $2,851/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,160 and two-bedrooms at $2,696. The average asking rent has risen 2.9% since March 26, 2026, from $2,325 to $2,392.

Floor plans

3 floor plans · 11 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

Plan C

573 – 598 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,160/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
C201$2,160598Oct 2
C217$2,185573Oct 16
C110$2,185598Nov 6
C102$2,160598Nov 13
C116$2,185573Nov 13
C401$2,310598Nov 13
C310$2,285598Nov 20

Plan B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 841 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,696/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
C321$2,696841Nov 6
C320$2,696841Nov 13

Plan A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 847 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,726/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
C313$2,726847Oct 9
C322$2,851847Nov 6

See all 44 units listed at City View Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at City View Apartments has ranged from $2,182 to $2,922. The current average is $2,392, up $67 (2.9%) from $2,325 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (154 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$2,391$2,160 – $2,85111
Sep 2026$2,367$1,885 – $2,85111
Aug 2026$2,364$2,020 – $2,82113
Jul 2026$2,364$2,135 – $2,82112
Jun 2026$2,280$2,135 – $2,8768
May 2026$2,474$2,135 – $2,9887
Apr 2026$2,287$1,726 – $2,98810
Mar 2026$2,380$2,094 – $2,8608

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $2,160 – $2,851/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 2

Monthly fees

Parking

$125/mo

Pet Rent

$50/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5.35/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$35

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

$200

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$350

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Trash Administrative Fee

$15

Utility - Final Bill Fee

$10

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the San Diego area.

Lowest-priced apartment: Plan C at $2,160

$2,650/mo

$490/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $2,160

  • Parking

    $125

  • Pet Rent

    $50

  • Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

    $15

  • Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

    $5

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $177

  • Internet

    est.

    $104

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • All-in monthly

    $2,650

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$2,160$2,650$77,760/yr
2 bedrooms$2,696$3,269$97,056/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $77,760 a year for the $2,160 one-bedroom. The median renter household in San Diego earns $84,349 a year.

Compared with the San Diego area

The median one-bedroom at City View Apartments asks $2,185 a month, 13% above the San Diego area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,932. Typical asking rents across the area are up 0.1% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereSan Diego-area asking rentSan Diego rent paid
1 bedroom$2,185$1,932$1,963
2 bedrooms$2,711$2,353$2,442
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in San Diego, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • 24 Hr. Fitness Center

  • 3 Bbq Areas

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bark Park

  • Controlled Access

  • Cyber Lounge

  • Dishwasher

  • Eco-Friendly

  • Firepit

  • Fitness Center

  • Fresh Herb Garden

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Outdoor Games

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Rooftop Lounge

  • Walk-In Closets


Amenity photos

  • Gym

Location

840 17th St, San Diego, CA, 92101


Resident reviews

4.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.7
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces5.0
Building Quality5.0
Maintenance5.0

City View Apartments offers a well-maintained downtown location with responsive staff and reliable maintenance service, earning strong satisfaction from most residents. The property features convenient amenities including underground parking, a dog park, rooftop access, and laundry facilities, with competitive pricing for the area. Common concerns include thin walls affecting noise levels, occasional maintenance delays, elevator reliability issues, and neighborhood safety observations related to the surrounding area rather than the property itself.

Management and office staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, friendliness, and helpfulness, with maintenance requests typically handled within 24-72 hours. Staff demonstrate flexibility and professionalism in leasing and communication, though one negative review raised concerns about staff conduct. Most residents report positive interactions with the leasing and maintenance teams, contributing to an overall favorable management experience.

Residents consistently praise the property's downtown location with convenient access to city amenities, the freeway, and nearby grocery stores. The location balances urban convenience with relative quiet, and includes practical features like underground parking and a front loading area. Proximity to employment centers and transit options is frequently highlighted as a key advantage for the price point.

Residents consistently praise the property's amenities, including outdoor spaces (rooftop, courtyards, grills), dog park, gym, and laundry facilities on multiple floors. Underground parking is highlighted as a valuable included feature that protects vehicles from sun exposure. Common concerns include parking garage access challenges, elevator maintenance delays, and package handling inconsistencies, though Amazon lockers are noted as convenient. Staff responsiveness and communication are frequently commended.

Residents consistently praise the building's cleanliness, spacious and updated interiors, and responsive maintenance staff. However, noise transmission through walls and from surrounding downtown traffic is a recurring concern, and some reviews note aging infrastructure including elevator reliability and plumbing issues. The property offers good value for its downtown location, though opinions on pricing vary based on building condition expectations.

Maintenance staff consistently respond quickly to work orders, with residents reporting turnaround times of 24–72 hours and characterizing service as prompt and attentive. The maintenance team is noted as professional and dedicated across multiple reviews. One older review cited serious plumbing issues and unreliable elevators, though more recent feedback does not echo these specific concerns.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Very Walkable

Good Transit

Somewhat Bikeable


About this property

The sky is the limit at City View. Our homes are at the top of a private hill overlooking downtown San Diego. Our pet-friendly apartments are just minutes from exciting nightlife, the beaches and your favorite hiking trails. Our roof-top sundeck offers views of the city skyline and magical sunsets. We have 122 efficient one and two-bedroom floor plans. For your convenience, we provide elevators, free gated underground parking, plus key fob access control. For your enjoyment we offer several outdoor and indoor gathering areas with interactive games. Learn more about City View in San Diego, CA and schedule a visit today! Greystar California, Inc. dba Greystar Corp. License No. 1525765 Broker: Gerard S. Donohue License No. 01265072

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    122

Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Urban Discovery Academy Charter

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.2 mi

Urban Discovery Academy Charter

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.2 mi

College Head Start Child Development Center-Nha

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Area 2-City College Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

East Village High

Public · High
PublicHigh0.3 mi

Garfield High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.3 mi

San Diego City College Cdc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

San Diego CC Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

San Diego High School of Business and Leadership

Public · High
PublicHigh0.4 mi

San Diego High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

Contact & management