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Union Grantville

$850 – $2,530/mo

  • 1–4 bedrooms
  • 1–4 baths
  • 575–1,672 sq ft
  • 83 units available
  • Pet friendly
4520 Alvarado Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA, 92120

As of October 13, 2026, Union Grantville in San Diego, CA has 83 apartments for rent from $850 to $2,530/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,355, two-bedrooms at $925, and 4-bedrooms at $850. The average asking rent has fallen 5.4% since April 29, 2026, from $1,703 to $1,611.


Floor plans

Union Grantville has 83 units available across 19 floor plans: 6 one-bedroom layouts (575–646 sq ft), 8 two-bedroom layouts (785–990 sq ft), and 5 4-bedroom layouts (1,556–1,672 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

A6

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 595 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,355/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A6$2,355595Oct 6
A6$2,355595Oct 6
A6$2,355595Oct 6
A6$2,355595Oct 6
A6$2,355595Oct 6

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 604 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,384/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A3$2,384604Oct 6
A3$2,384604Oct 6
A3$2,384604Oct 6
A3$2,384604Oct 6
A3$2,384604Oct 6

A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 575 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,384/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A5$2,384575Oct 6
A5$2,384575Oct 6
A5$2,384575Oct 6
A5$2,384575Oct 6
A5$2,384575Oct 6

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 601 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,484/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A2$2,484601Oct 6
A2$2,484601Oct 6
A2$2,484601Oct 6
A2$2,484601Oct 6
A2$2,484601Oct 6

A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 646 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,505/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A4$2,505646Oct 6
A4$2,505646Oct 6
A4$2,505646Oct 6
A4$2,505646Oct 6
A4$2,505646Oct 6

A7

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 639 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,530/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
A7$2,530639Oct 6

B6

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 908 Sq Ft

Starting at $925/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B6$925908Oct 6
B6$925908Oct 6
B6$925908Oct 6
B6$925908Oct 6
B6$925908Oct 6

B5

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 990 Sq Ft

Starting at $975/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B5$975990Oct 6
B5$975990Oct 6
B5$975990Oct 6
B5$975990Oct 6
B5$975990Oct 6

B9

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 785 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,550/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B9$1,550785Oct 6
B9$1,550785Oct 6
B9$1,550785Oct 6
B9$1,550785Oct 6

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 840 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,575/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B2$1,575840Oct 6
B2$1,575840Oct 6
B2$1,575840Oct 6
B2$1,575840Oct 6
B2$1,575840Oct 6

B3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 876 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,585/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B3$1,585876Aug 20
B3$1,585876Aug 20
B3$1,585876Aug 20
B3$1,585876Aug 20
B3$1,585876Aug 20

B10

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 908 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,596/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B10$1,596908Oct 6
B10$1,596908Oct 6
B10$1,596908Oct 6
B10$1,596908Oct 6
B10$1,596908Oct 6

B7

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 882 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,675/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B7$1,675882Oct 6
B7$1,675882Oct 6
B7$1,675882Oct 6
B7$1,675882Oct 6

B8

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 857 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,675/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
B8$1,675857Oct 6
B8$1,675857Oct 6
B8$1,675857Oct 6

D4

4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 1,564 Sq Ft

Starting at $850/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D4$8501,564Oct 6
D4$8501,564Oct 6
D4$8501,564Oct 6
D4$8501,564Oct 6
D4$8501,564Oct 6

D3

4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 1,580 Sq Ft

Starting at $900/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D3$9001,580Oct 6
D3$9001,580Oct 6
D3$9001,580Oct 6
D3$9001,580Oct 6
D3$9001,580Oct 6

D5

4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 1,556 Sq Ft

Starting at $900/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D5$9001,556Aug 20
D5$9001,556Aug 20
D5$9001,556Aug 20
D5$9001,556Aug 20
D5$9001,556Aug 20

D6

4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 1,672 Sq Ft

Starting at $936/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D6$9361,672Oct 6
D6$9361,672Oct 6
D6$9361,672Oct 6
D6$9361,672Oct 6
D6$9361,672Oct 6

D2

4 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 1,559 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,485/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
D2$1,4851,559Oct 6

See all 25 units listed at Union Grantville, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Union Grantville, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,900 a month all-in: $2,355 rent, $250 in listed fees, and an estimated $295 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,553 and a 4-bedroom at about $1,588.

All-in from$2,900/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 Union Grantville takes about $84,780 a year for a one-bedroom, $33,300 for a two-bedroom, and $30,600 for a 4-bedroom. Keeping the $2,900 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $143,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,900/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$143,500/yr

Income to qualify

$84,780/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Union Grantville has ranged from $1,611 to $1,703. The current average is $1,611, the lowest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (144 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Union Grantville shows $250.25 a month in fees (parking $175, pet rent $50, renters liability/content property program $14.50, and 1 more) and $640.25 due at signing (reletting fee $350, pet deposit $250, application fee $35, and 1 more).

  • Rent

    $850 – $2,530/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 20

Monthly fees

Parking

$175/mo

Pet Rent

$50/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$14.5/mo

Renters Liability Only

$10.75/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$35

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Reletting Fee

$350

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5.25

Amenities

Union Grantville is pet friendly. It lists 9 amenities, including dishwasher, air conditioning, and bike storage.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bike Storage

  • Close To Campus

  • Clubroom

  • Dishwasher

  • Pet Friendly

  • Smoke Free

  • Student Living

  • Wi-Fi Lounge


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Work space
  • Lobby

Location

4520 Alvarado Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA, 92120


Resident reviews

Residents of Union Grantville rate amenities and shared spaces (3.8) and location (3.7) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

3.4 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.3
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.8
Location3.7
Building Quality2.2
Maintenance3.3
Overall100 reviews

Union Grantville offers modern amenities, spacious units, and notably friendly, responsive staff that residents consistently praise. However, the property faces significant challenges including chronic parking shortages, frequent maintenance issues (elevators, fire alarms, water systems), and serious safety concerns related to the surrounding neighborhood and unauthorized building access. While leasing and front-desk staff receive high marks for customer service, management responsiveness to resident concerns and safety incidents has been inconsistent.

Management and leasing staff receive consistent praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and helpfulness, with many residents highlighting positive interactions during the leasing and move-in process. However, residents report significant concerns about management's responsiveness to maintenance issues, safety incidents, and policy enforcement, with complaints about delayed repairs, unaddressed maintenance problems, and perceived lack of urgency in addressing resident concerns. Communication gaps and inconsistent follow-up on reported issues are recurring themes, particularly regarding serious incidents and facility maintenance.

The property offers well-regarded amenities including a two-floor gym, pool, game room, and study spaces that residents appreciate. Parking is consistently cited as a significant challenge, with limited guest spots, high monthly fees ($185), and frequent gate malfunctions. Common-area maintenance issues include recurring elevator outages, pool and jacuzzi problems, and occasional amenity unavailability due to unauthorized use of shared spaces.

The property offers excellent transit access with a trolley stop directly in front, making it convenient for residents without cars. Parking is a significant challenge—limited garage spaces, expensive fees, and street parking vulnerability to break-ins create ongoing frustration. The building features good amenities including a gym and pool, though maintenance issues and neighborhood safety concerns are recurring complaints.

Building quality experiences vary significantly at this property. Two residents reported clean conditions and quiet environments, while eight others documented persistent issues including frequent elevator outages lasting months, cleanliness concerns in common areas (hallways, elevators, trash rooms), and noise disturbances. Maintenance responsiveness and upkeep appear inconsistent, with some amenities remaining non-functional for extended periods.

Maintenance experiences at this property are mixed. Some residents report responsive and thorough repair work, while others experienced unresolved issues with hot water and HVAC systems, including lack of clear timelines for repairs. Response consistency and follow-through on work orders appear to vary.

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

Union Grantville is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Union Grantville 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

: Moderate, AQI 62

Temperature

88° / 50°

average August high / December low

: 74° high, 60° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 13–17 forecast

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

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January71°F50°F69 (moderate)4 of 31
February72°F51°F68 (moderate)4 of 28
March81°F56°F77 (moderate)0 of 31
April73°F55°F60 (moderate)5 of 30
May73°F58°F57 (moderate)8 of 31
June77°F61°F55 (moderate)7 of 30
July84°F65°F55 (moderate)3 of 31
August88°F69°F64 (moderate)3 of 31
September85°F67°F59 (moderate)1 of 30
October84°F61°F70 (moderate)1 of 31
November71°F53°F71 (moderate)4 of 30
December70°F50°F75 (moderate)5 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Union Grantville is a 635-unit building in San Diego, CA.

Experience student living at Union Grantville in San Diego, CA. Waiting for you to make it home - this Greystar professionally managed community offers a mixture of comfort, style, and convenience. With an intriguing list of attractive amenities and features, we are committed to an exceptional standard of living. Contact us today to find your next perfect home!

  • Building

    Apartment · Student
  • Total units

    635

Nearby schools

The closest school to Union Grantville is Sam & Rose Stein Education Center, a private high school 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Foster Elementary School, 1.2 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Sam & Rose Stein Education Center

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Sam And Rose Stein Education Center - Transition Site

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Sam And Rose Stein Education Center

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Mission Nazarene Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Academy of Learning Preschool Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Little Sprouts Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

De Anza Children's Head Start

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.1 mi

Magnolia Science Academy San Diego

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.1 mi

Foster Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.2 mi

Ascension Lutheran Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Contact & management

Union Grantville is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 619-317-0337.


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