Price and Availability

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A1
$2,550
Starting at
2
Available
1 Bed
1 Bath
610 sqft
Unit 04-220
Avail. Apr 12
$2,550
Unit 04-404
Avail. Feb 18
$2,550
A3
$2,800
Starting at
3
Available
1 Bed
1.5 Bath
865 sqft
Unit 02-431
Avail. Feb 25
$2,800
Unit 02-422
Avail. Mar 15
$2,800
Unit 04-311
Avail. now
$2,800
Prices may vary depending on lease length. We get our prices directly from Gema.

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(619) 345-5971
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Location

1471 Eighth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Cortez

Amenities

In unit laundry
Patio / balcony
Granite counters
Hardwood floors
Dishwasher
Pet friendly
Unit Amenities
granite counters
in unit laundry
patio / balcony
stainless steel
air conditioning
dishwasher
hardwood floors
bathtub
carpet
microwave
oven
range
refrigerator
Property Amenities
pet friendly
courtyard
gym
parking
pool
bbq/grill
bike storage
garage
hot tub
cats allowed
dogs allowed
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

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Property Details (Fees & Lease)

Fee Details

Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay Application Fee ($56.00, Nonrefundable, One-Time, At Application, Per Applicant); Holding Deposit (Refundable) ($400.00, Refundable, One-Time, At Application, Per Unit); Security Deposit (Refundable) (between $400.00-$500.00, Refundable, One-Time, At Move-in, Per Unit, Usage-Based); Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party (Range/Varies, Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Sewer (Usage-Based (Utilities), Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Trash Services - CA (Usage-Based (Utilities), Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Utility - Billing Administrative Fee ($5.00, Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Utility - Electric - Third Party (Usage-Based (Utilities), Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Utility - Final Bill Fee ($20.00, Nonrefundable, One-Time, At Move-out, Per Unit); Utility - Natural Gas - Third Party (Usage-Based (Utilities), Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit); Water (Usage-Based (Utilities), Nonrefundable, Per Month, Monthly, Per Unit). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Lease Length12 or 13 month leases
Income Requirement

Must have 2.5x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
UtilitiesRenter responsible for all utilities
Application Fee$56 Per Applicant
Deposit$400 (1 bedroom), $500 (2 bedroom)
Move-in FeesHolding deposit: $400 for 1-bedrooms and $500 for 2-bedrooms
AdditionalRenter's insurance required
Pet Policy

Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
rent
50.0
limit
2
restrictions
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.

Explore the Area

Grocery Stores

Sammich House Deli & Juice
0.3 mi
Popular Grocery
0.5 mi
The Market By Buon Appetito
0.6 mi
Grocery Outlet
0.7 mi
Smart & Final
0.7 mi
Restaurants

Achilles Coffee
0.1 mi
Flamin' Pho & Sushi Bar
0.1 mi
Timmy's Place
0.2 mi
Cafe De L'Opera
0.2 mi
BB's Deli
0.2 mi
Public Transportation

Park Boulevard & Russ Boulevard
0.2 mi
Park Boulevard & San Diego High School
0.2 mi
11th Av & B St
0.3 mi
10th Av & C St
0.3 mi
5th Avenue
0.3 mi
Airports

San Diego International Airport
2.2 mi
North Island Naval Air Station
3.7 mi
Montgomery Field
6.5 mi
MCAS Miramar Airfield
10.3 mi
MCAS Miramar Airfield
10.4 mi
Schools

4 /10
San Diego Science and Technology School
Public
9-12
773 Students
0.2 mi
8 /10
San Diego International Studies School
Public
9-12
1,239 Students
0.2 mi
3 /10
San Diego Business
Public
9-12
531 Students
0.2 mi
6 /10
San Diego Early/Middle College School
Public
9-12
110 Students
0.2 mi
2 /10
King-Chavez Community High School
Charter
9-12
360 Students
0.3 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Parks

Tweet Street Linear Park
0.1 mi
Marston Point
0.3 mi
Civic Center Plaza
0.4 mi
Curran Plaza
0.4 mi
Horton Plaza Park
0.5 mi
Entertainment

The Little Yoga Studio
0.1 mi
Copley Symphony Hall
0.2 mi
Incessant Studies
0.3 mi
Broker's Building Art Gallery Board
0.3 mi
Resident Brewing
0.3 mi
Pets

Star Grooming on Fifth
0.3 mi
Little Italy Dog Park
0.5 mi
Nate's Point Dog Park
0.7 mi
Bella Woof Spa
0.7 mi
Barkhouse
0.7 mi

Legal details

Greystar California, Inc., DBA Greystar Broker License No. 1525765

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gema have any available units?

Gema has 13 units available starting at $2,550 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.

How much is rent in San Diego, CA?

In San Diego, CA, the average rent is $2,545 for a studio, $3,044 for a 1-bedroom, $3,967 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,818 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Diego, CA, check out our monthly San Diego, CA Rent Report.

What amenities does Gema have?

Some of Gema's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and granite counters. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.

Is Gema currently offering any rent specials?

Gema is offering the following rent specials: Up to 4 Weeks Free plus Free EV Parking for a Year! Restrictions Apply.

Is Gema pet-friendly?

Yes, Gema is pet-friendly.

Does Gema offer parking?

Yes, Gema offers parking.

Does Gema have units with washers and dryers?

Yes, Gema offers units with in unit laundry.

Does Gema have a pool?

Yes, Gema has a pool.

Does Gema have accessible units?

No, Gema does not have accessible units.

Does Gema have units with dishwashers?

Yes, Gema has units with dishwashers.