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Nova

$2,047 – $2,963/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 601–1,145 sq ft
  • 11 units available
677 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101

As of October 14, 2026, Nova in San Diego, CA has 11 apartments for rent from $2,047 to $2,963/mo. Studios start at $2,047, one-bedrooms at $2,355, and two-bedrooms at $2,963. The average asking rent has risen 1.3% since July 14, 2026, from $2,267 to $2,296.


Floor plans

Nova has 11 units available across 5 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (601–860 sq ft), a one-bedroom layout (619 sq ft), and a two-bedroom layout (1,145 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Studio Platform

Studio • 1 Bath • 601 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,047/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0218$2,047601Aug 28
0338$2,071601Sep 18
0346$2,230601Sep 30
0438$2,205601Oct 8
0302$2,230601Oct 9
0432$2,230601Oct 23

Studio Loft

Studio • 1 Bath • 795 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,161/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0120$2,161795Oct 22

Live/Work

Studio • 1 Bath • 860 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,363/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0110$2,363860Oct 6

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 619 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,355/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0341$2,355619Aug 25
0407$2,360619Sep 2

2 Bed, 2 Bath

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,145 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,963/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0530$2,9631,145Oct 6

See all 29 units listed at Nova, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Nova, a studio starts at about $2,357 a month all-in: $2,047 rent and an estimated $310 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,682 and a two-bedroom at about $3,373.

All-in from$2,357/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Nova takes about $73,692 a year for a studio, $84,780 for a one-bedroom, and $106,668 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,357 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $112,300 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,357/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$112,300/yr

Income to qualify

$73,692/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Nova has ranged from $2,160 to $2,569. The current average is $2,296, up $29 (1.3%) from $2,267 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (92 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Nova, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $2,047 – $2,963/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 25

Amenities

Nova has garage or covered parking. It lists 15 amenities, including fitness center, ev charging, and elevators.

  • Bbq Area

  • Coffee Bar

  • Digital Payment Options Through Bilt®

  • Elevators

  • Ev Charging

  • Fitness Center

  • Gated Electronic Entrance

  • High-Speed Wi-Fi

  • Package Lockers

  • Professional On-Site Maintenance Staff

  • Professional On-Site Management Staff

  • Resort Style Cabanas

  • Sand Fire Pit

  • Sun Deck

  • Underground Garage Parking


Location

677 7th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101


Resident reviews

Nova has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate location (5.0) and maintenance (4.9) highest and amenities and shared spaces (4.6) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.6
Maintenance4.9
Building Quality4.9
Overall100 reviews

Most residents praise the staff's responsiveness and friendliness, with many highlighting smooth move-in experiences and quick maintenance service. However, recurring concerns include water shutoffs, pest issues (particularly cockroaches), noise from the downtown location, and high fees including parking and valet trash charges. The property offers a prime Gaslamp location with good walkability, but building condition and amenity maintenance vary by resident experience.

Management and leasing staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the application, move-in, and ongoing residency process. Maintenance teams are noted for quick turnaround on service requests, often completing work within 24 hours. Communication from the office is generally clear and timely, though some residents experienced delays during periods of system transitions or staffing changes. Overall, the property demonstrates strong management practices with attentive follow-up and resident-focused service.

This downtown location offers excellent walkability to Gaslamp Quarter, restaurants, shops, and Petco Park, making it highly convenient for urban living. Street noise is a notable consideration, particularly for ground-floor units facing busy streets, though upper-floor units with good window insulation report minimal noise impact. Underground parking is available and convenient, though street parking in the area can be challenging. The property's central downtown position provides access to transit and local amenities, with most residents praising the location despite typical urban density tradeoffs.

Residents consistently praise the property's parking, courtyard with grills, gym, and responsive management and maintenance staff. Common concerns include outdated or limited gym equipment, shared space maintenance issues (trash chutes, cigarette odors), and building infrastructure problems such as water shutoffs and thin walls. The property offers convenient downtown location and secure access, though some residents report security gaps and pest control challenges.

Maintenance staff consistently deliver prompt, responsive service with most work orders resolved quickly, often within 24 hours. Residents report positive experiences with repair quality across plumbing, appliances, and emergency issues. One resident raised concerns about communication and project management during leak-related work, citing unclear tracking of completed repairs and entry protocols.

The building is generally well-maintained with responsive maintenance staff and clean common areas. Most residents report satisfaction with building condition and upkeep. However, some units experience noise transmission issues, particularly street-facing apartments, and there are occasional reports of water system problems and elevator outages. Building finishes vary by unit, with some featuring basic finishes and squeaky flooring.

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

Nova is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A+
Transit
Good
Grade C+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Nova was good on 44 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in March (average AQI 77, moderate). Daily highs averaged 80°F in October, the warmest month, and lows averaged 51°F in December, the coldest.

Air quality

44 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 60

Temperature

80° / 51°

average October high / December low

: 75° high, 55° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: very low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January69°F51°F69 (moderate)4 of 31
February69°F52°F68 (moderate)4 of 28
March75°F56°F77 (moderate)0 of 31
April70°F56°F60 (moderate)5 of 30
May69°F59°F57 (moderate)8 of 31
June71°F61°F55 (moderate)7 of 30
July77°F66°F55 (moderate)3 of 31
August80°F69°F64 (moderate)3 of 31
September80°F67°F59 (moderate)1 of 30
October80°F61°F70 (moderate)0 of 31
November68°F54°F71 (moderate)4 of 30
December68°F51°F75 (moderate)5 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Nova is a 145-unit building in San Diego, CA.

Welcome to Nova, a residential community featuring studio, one and two bedroom apartments in San Diego, California. Spacious layouts and amenities welcome you home, along with exceptional service and an ideal location within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment options. Are you looking for an apartment for rent in San Diego, California? Contact our friendly, professional office staff to schedule a tour today.

  • Building

    Apartment
  • Total units

    145

Nearby schools

The closest school to Nova is e3 Civic High School, a charter high school 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is East Village High, 0.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

e3 Civic High School

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.3 mi

Urban Discovery Academy Charter

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.4 mi

Urban Discovery Academy Charter

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.4 mi

Kiddie Hall

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

San Diego City College Cdc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

San Diego CC Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

East Village High

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

College Head Start Child Development Center-Nha

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Area 2-City College Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

St. Vnicent De Paul VLG Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Contact & management

Nova is managed by Willow Bridge. The leasing office's phone number is (619) 696-8096.


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