$2,266 – $2,960/mo

1–2 bedrooms
1–2 baths
700–975 sq ft
25 units available
Pet friendly

3235 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA, 92111

As of October 14, 2026, Palms Apartments in San Diego, CA has 25 apartments for rent from $2,266 to $2,960/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,266 and two-bedrooms at $2,616. The average asking rent has fallen 4.5% since August 11, 2026, from $2,756 to $2,631.

Floor plans

Palms Apartments has 25 units available across 6 floor plans: 3 one-bedroom layouts (700 sq ft) and 3 two-bedroom layouts (975 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Design 1A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,266/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
H-11	$2,266	700	Oct 23
G-02	$2,351	700	Nov 4

Design 1A Premier

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,466/mo

3 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
H-17	$2,466	700	Oct 12
H-08	$2,516	700	Oct 24
G-17	$2,466	700	Dec 3

Design 2A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 975 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,616/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
G-12	$2,616	975	Oct 12

Design 2A Premier

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 975 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,776/mo

6 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
B-18	$2,776	975	Oct 12
C-13	$2,826	975	Oct 12
E-11	$2,826	975	Oct 12
F-06	$2,776	975	Nov 1
A-17	$2,861	975	Nov 6
F-09	$2,826	975	Nov 30

Breeze

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 700 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,279/mo

5 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
H08	$2,279	700	Aug 27
H06	$2,319	700	Sep 8
H12	$2,279	700	Oct 8
G08	$2,314	700	Oct 8
G18	$2,279	700	Oct 17

Tropic

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 975 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,875/mo

8 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available
F18	$2,875	975	Aug 13
E10	$2,875	975	Aug 29
F06	$2,875	975	Aug 29
H30	$2,875	975	Sep 29
D03	$2,960	975	Oct 10
F12	$2,875	975	Oct 20
F09	$2,925	975	Oct 26
B17	$2,925	975	Nov 7

See all 31 units listed at Palms Apartments, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Palms Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,693 a month all-in: $2,266 rent, $100 in listed fees, and an estimated $327 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $3,126.

All-in from$2,693/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 Palms Apartments takes about $81,576 a year for a one-bedroom and $94,176 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,693 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $131,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,693/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$131,500/yr

Income to qualify

$81,576/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Palms Apartments has ranged from $2,631 to $2,899. The current average is $2,631, the lowest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (64 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Palms Apartments shows $99.92 a month in fees (pet rent $50, renters insurance amenity $15.42, minimum liability insurance $15, and 3 more) and $1,279 due at signing (security deposit $1,000, pet deposit $200, application fee $64, and 1 more).

Rent
$2,266 – $2,960/mo
Earliest move-in
Aug 13

Monthly fees

Minimum Liability Insurance	$15/mo
Monthly Service Fee	$6.5/mo
Pest Control	$5/mo
Pet Rent	$50/mo
Rent Credit Reporting (per household)	$8/mo
Renters Insurance Amenity	$15.42/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee (per applicant)	$64
Move Out Service Fee	$15
Pet Deposit	$200
Security Deposit	$1,000

Amenities

Palms Apartments is pet friendly and has a laundry room on site. It lists 7 amenities, including swimming pool.

Enjoy Pet-Friendly Living In A Welcoming Community Built For Your Furry Friends
On-Site Laundry Facility For Your Convenience
Pet-Friendly Community Welcoming Your Furry Companions
Resort-Style Swimming Pool With Lounge Seating
Simplify Your Routine With Laundry Facilities Designed For Everyday Ease
Swimming Pool
Unwind At Your Resort-Style Swimming Pool With Comfortable Seating

Location

3235 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA, 92111

Resident reviews

Palms Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.8) and location (4.6) highest and building quality (3.8) lowest.

3.7 · 100+ reviews

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management4.8

Maintenance4.6

Building Quality3.8

Location4.6

Amenities and Shared Spaces4.6

Overall71 reviews

The property has experienced significant management changes that substantially improved resident satisfaction. Current management and maintenance staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness and professionalism, with many long-term residents reporting positive experiences. However, persistent issues including pest infestations, noise from neighboring residents and college-adjacent location, and parking constraints continue to affect some residents' experiences.

Current management is highly responsive and professional, with staff consistently praised for timely communication and problem-solving. Recent property renovations and unit remodels have improved the complex. However, older reviews reflect significant management issues from previous staff, including poor responsiveness, deposit disputes, and inadequate maintenance follow-through. The property has undergone notable management changes, with recent residents reporting substantially improved service quality.

Maintenance response is generally prompt and efficient, with most residents reporting same-day or next-day service for repair requests. However, isolated cases indicate inconsistent follow-through, with some work orders taking over three days or going unaddressed. Recurring issues include plumbing leaks, appliance malfunctions, and HVAC concerns, though these are typically resolved once reported.

The building shows mixed conditions with persistent maintenance and structural concerns. Noise insulation is a significant issue due to thin walls and high resident activity, while pest control and mold appear in multiple reports despite management efforts. Grounds and common areas are generally well-maintained, and unit layouts are spacious, though older building systems lack modern climate control and ventilation.

This property offers convenient proximity to Mesa College, beaches, downtown, and the airport, with reasonable rent and responsive management. However, parking is consistently cited as a significant limitation, with only one spot per unit and street parking often unavailable. The location near the college brings student activity and occasional noise, though grounds maintenance is generally well-kept.

Residents consistently report parking as a significant challenge, with limited assigned spaces and street parking constraints near the college. Common areas including the pool and grounds are generally well-maintained, though maintenance responsiveness varies by management period. Laundry facilities have experienced equipment downtime issues. Spacious unit layouts and reasonable rent are noted as positives.

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

Palms Apartments is walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Walkable; Grade C
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Not bikeable; Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Palms Apartments 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

Oct 14: Moderate, AQI 60

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

80° / 51°

average October high / December low

Oct 14: 75° high, 55° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

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

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	68°F	51°F	69 (moderate)	4 of 31
February	69°F	52°F	68 (moderate)	4 of 28
March	75°F	57°F	77 (moderate)	0 of 31
April	70°F	56°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 30
May	68°F	59°F	57 (moderate)	8 of 31
June	71°F	61°F	55 (moderate)	7 of 30
July	77°F	66°F	55 (moderate)	3 of 31
August	80°F	69°F	64 (moderate)	3 of 31
September	80°F	67°F	59 (moderate)	1 of 30
October	80°F	61°F	70 (moderate)	0 of 31
November	68°F	54°F	71 (moderate)	4 of 30
December	67°F	51°F	75 (moderate)	5 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Palms offers newly renovated one‑, two‑, and three‑bedroom apartments in San Diego’s Kearny Mesa neighborhood with spacious layouts and modern interiors.

Nearby schools

The closest school to Palms Apartments is Mesa College Head Start, a private preschool less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Kearny Digital Media & Design School, 0.3 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Mesa College Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
Creative Learning Academy Private · High	Private	High	0.1 mi
Kearny Digital Media & Design School Public · High	Public	High	0.3 mi
King's Kids Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Linda Vista State Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.9 mi
Southern California Yeshiva High School Private · High	Private	High	1.2 mi
Noah's Ark Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.3 mi
Jeff & Deni Jacobs Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.3 mi
Horizon Christian Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.4 mi
Happy Hearts Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.5 mi