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The Dalton Apartments

$1,850/mo

1 bedroom
1 bath
600 sq ft
1 unit available

4333 College Ave, San Diego, CA, 92115

As of October 13, 2026, The Dalton Apartments in San Diego, CA has 1 apartment for rent at $1,850/mo.

Floor plans

The Dalton Apartments has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a one-bedroom layout (600 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

1 Bed Premium

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 600 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,850/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
18	$1,850	600	Sep 26

See all 3 units listed at The Dalton Apartments, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At The Dalton Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,177 a month all-in: $1,850 rent and an estimated $327 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry.

All-in from$2,177/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 The Dalton Apartments takes about $66,600 a year for a one-bedroom. Keeping the $2,177 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $102,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,177/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$102,200/yr

Income to qualify

$66,600/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Dalton Apartments has ranged from $1,760 to $1,850. The current average is $1,850, the highest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (20 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Dalton Apartments, the security deposit is $1,000.

Rent
$1,850/mo
Security deposit
$1,000
Move-in special
*All dimensions and square footage are approximate. Actual amenities and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every apartment. Pricing, availability, and move in specials are subject to change without notice. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms Welcome home to Dalton. A phenomenal community with beautiful amenities and a convenient location that makes commuting a breeze. Lush palm trees, a private pool, and one of the kind SD weather make this community a high end living experience unlike any other. This centrally located 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers an easy, comfortable place to live close to campus, shopping, and everyday essentials to optimize your lifestyle. With an open layout, great amenities, and on-site management, this community is designed for convenient, low-stress living at an unbeatable price tag. Inside Your Home: -In-unit A/C -Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout -Open floor plan with great natur
Earliest move-in
Sep 26

Amenities

The Dalton Apartments has a laundry room on site. It lists 5 amenities, including pool.

Gas Range
Lounge
Onsite Laundry
Pool
Refrigerator

Amenity photos

Pool

Location

4333 College Ave, San Diego, CA, 92115

Resident reviews

The Dalton Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (2.4) highest and maintenance (1.5) lowest.

3.7

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management2.4

Building Quality1.5

Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5

Maintenance1.5

Overall6 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are divided. Positive reviews highlight spacious units and friendly staff, while negative reviews cite persistent maintenance issues, property condition concerns, management communication gaps, and billing disputes. Common complaints include deferred maintenance, unclear fees, and inconsistent management responsiveness over time.

Management responsiveness is a significant concern, with multiple residents reporting unanswered calls, staff turnover, and unaddressed maintenance requests. Billing issues including unexplained fees, deposit deductions, and rent increases have been reported. One positive review noted friendly staff and good value, but this is outweighed by recurring complaints about communication gaps and property upkeep neglect.

Residents report significant concerns about building condition and maintenance. The property is described as old with poor insulation, no air conditioning, and pest issues. Noise from external traffic is a persistent problem, and overall property upkeep appears to have declined over time.

This resident reported significant concerns with common-area maintenance, including landscaping upkeep, trash management, and pool condition. Additional concerns included unit-level maintenance issues (flooring, electrical, plumbing) and challenges with maintenance request responsiveness.

Maintenance requests reportedly go unaddressed, with residents experiencing unresolved issues including plumbing problems, electrical concerns, and pest infestations from move-in. Communication with management regarding work orders appears limited, with reported difficulty reaching staff to report or follow up on repairs.

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

The Dalton Apartments is very walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade B
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Not bikeable; Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Dalton Apartments was good on 45 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in March (average AQI 77, moderate). Daily highs averaged 88°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 50°F in December, the coldest.

Air quality

45 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 13: Moderate, AQI 62

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

88° / 50°

average August high / December low

Oct 13: 73° high, 59° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

Very low

Oct 13–17 forecast

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

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	71°F	50°F	69 (moderate)	4 of 31
February	72°F	51°F	68 (moderate)	4 of 28
March	81°F	56°F	77 (moderate)	0 of 31
April	73°F	55°F	60 (moderate)	5 of 30
May	73°F	58°F	57 (moderate)	8 of 31
June	77°F	61°F	55 (moderate)	7 of 30
July	84°F	65°F	55 (moderate)	3 of 31
August	88°F	69°F	64 (moderate)	3 of 31
September	85°F	67°F	59 (moderate)	1 of 30
October	84°F	60°F	70 (moderate)	1 of 31
November	71°F	53°F	71 (moderate)	4 of 30
December	70°F	50°F	75 (moderate)	5 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Dalton Apartments Ideally located near San Diego State University, shopping, dining, and convenient freeway access, The Dalton Apartments offer comfortable living in the heart of San Diego. Residents enjoy thoughtfully designed apartment homes, a welcoming community atmosphere, and easy access to everything the College Area has to offer. With nearby parks, transit options, and everyday conveniences just minutes away, The Dalton provides the perfect balance of location, value, and convenience. DRE #02438559

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Dalton Apartments is Nativity Prep Academy, a private middle school 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Crawford High School, 0.7 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Nativity Prep Academy Private · Middle	Private	Middle	0.1 mi
Nha-First Things First HD STT Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
Faith Academy Private · High	Private	High	0.3 mi
Faith Academy Private · High	Private	High	0.4 mi
Nha Early Link-Skill Center-Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
College Ave Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.6 mi
Nha- Darnall Head Start Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.7 mi
Iftin Charter School Charter · Middle	Charter	Middle	0.7 mi
Crawford High School Public · High	Public	High	0.7 mi
Cuddle Bugs Christian Day Care Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.7 mi