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Rent Specials

Receive 2 Months Free Base Rent on Select Apartment Homes! *Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Contact for details.

Monthly Rent

$2,600 - $3,600

Beds

1 - 2

Baths

1 - 2.5

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

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Lease Terms

12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Pest Control Services
      Amount for pest control services.
      $2 / mo
      Amount for pest control services.
    • Utility - Billing Administrative Fee
      Amount to manage utility services billing.
      $5 / mo
      Amount to manage utility services billing.
    • Utility - Electric - Third Party
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    • Utility - Natural Gas - Third Party
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    • Hot Water Energy
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    • Trash Services - CA
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    • Porter Service Rebill
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    • Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
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  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee
        Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market.
        $35
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      • Holding Deposit (Refundable)
        Amount to hold rental home off the market at time of application. Amount applied to security deposit and/or amounts owed upon application approval. Refundable per terms of application.
        $500
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    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit (Refundable)
        Amount intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms.
        $500
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying.
Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply.
Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.

About Gema

We have a new name! Formerly The Heritage, Gema is a vibrant apartment community in Downtown San Diego’s Cortez Hill neighborhood. Gema’s pet-friendly one- and two-bedroom apartments offer spacious floor plans, ample storage, thoughtful finishes, and all the essentials for city living. Our outdoor pool, spa, and sundeck provide a space to kick back, or sweat it out in our fitness center. Conveniently located minutes to the marina, Little Italy, Balboa Park, PETCO Park, and the nightlife, dining, and concerts in the Gaslamp Quarter. San Diego International Airport is a ten-minute drive away. Live just in the heart of it all, always returning to your retreat in Cortez Hill. Greystar California, Inc. dba Greystar Corp. License No. 1525765 Broker: Gerard S. Donohue License No. 01265072

Gema is located in San Diego, California in the 92101 zip code. This apartment community was built in 2002 and has 4 stories with 230 units.

Special Features

  • Garage Parking
  • Large Closet
  • Premium Granite Countertops
  • BBQ`s
  • Fauxwood Blinds
  • Luxury Plank Flooring
  • Dual Master Bedrooms
  • Track Lighting in Dining Area
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Amazon Lockers
  • In-Suite Washer and Dryer
  • Bike Storage
  • Dogs and Cats Welcome Upon Management Approval
  • Pool And Heated Spa
  • Private Entrance Available
  • Stainless Steel
  • EV Chargers
  • New vinyl plank flooring throughout
  • Porcelain Tile Floors
  • Raised Panel Cabinetry
  • Wired for High Speed Internet
  • Laminate Wood Flooring in Living Areas, Kitchen an
  • Stainless steel appliances

Community Features

  • Maintenance on site
  • Recycling
  • Car Charging Station
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Fitness Center
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bicycle Storage

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Handrails
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Parking

Surface Lot

Parking Available

Other

Other

Other

Security

  • Property Manager on Site

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed

We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $500 pet deposit. Pet rent for cats is $30 per month and $50 per dog. There is a breed restriction list in place.

  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit

Airport

  • San Diego International

    Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi

Commuter Rail

  • San Diego (Santa Fe Depot)

    Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi

  • Old Town Transit Center

    Drive: 6 min 3.9 mi

  • Sorrento Valley

    Drive: 20 min 15.5 mi

Transit / Subway

  • 5Th Avenue

    Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi

  • City College

    Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi

  • Civic Center

    Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi

  • Courthouse Station

    Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi

  • Park And Market

    Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi

  • The New Children's Museum

    Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi

  • Friendship Garden

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi

  • Balboa Park

    Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi

  • Fleet Science Center

    Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

 GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary & Middle School

170 Students
(619) 232-3794
Grades PK-8

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