Gema

Starting at $2,600

1471 8th Ave

San Diego, CA 92101 Cortez Hill Neighborhood
1-2 Beds
1-2.5 Baths
610+ Sq Ft

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 an apartment located in San Diego County, the 92101 Zip Code, and the Washington Elementary School, Roosevelt International Middle School, and Urban Discovery Academy Charter attendance zone.

Listing Provided By

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom

A1

$2,600

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 610 Sq Ft

$400 deposit

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A1 Floor Plan
4 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
04-403 $2,600 610 Now
04-316 $2,600 610 Oct 12
02-432 $2,600 610 Nov 17
04-320 $2,600 610 Jan 25, 2026

A2

$2,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 842 Sq Ft

$400 deposit

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A2 Floor Plan
6 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
04-105 $2,900 842 Now
04-102 $2,900 842 Now
02-313 $2,900 842 Sep 30
04-131 $2,900 842 Sep 30
04-114 $2,900 842 Oct 1
04-101 $2,900 842 Jan 1, 2026

2 Bedrooms

B3

$3,200

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,160 Sq Ft

$500 deposit

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B3 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
02-314 $3,200 1,160 Now

B1

$3,200 - $3,600

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,160 Sq Ft

$500 deposit

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B1 Floor Plan
5 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
04-207 $3,200 1,160 Now
04-127 $3,600 1,160 Now
04-126 $3,600 1,160 Oct 10
02-144 $3,600 1,160 Nov 5
04-212 $3,600 1,160 Nov 10

B2

$3,600

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,160 Sq Ft

$500 deposit

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B2 Floor Plan
6 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
02-132 $3,600 1,160 Now
04-137 $3,600 1,160 Now
02-126 $3,600 1,160 Now
04-121 $3,600 1,160 Now
02-138 $3,600 1,160 Nov 8
02-128 $3,600 1,160 Nov 13

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Rent Estimate Calculator to determine your monthly and one-time costs based on your requirements.

Utilities And Essentials

Pest Control Services
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Utility - Billing Administrative Fee
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Utility - Electric - Third Party
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Utility - Natural Gas - Third Party
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Hot Water Energy
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Utility - Water
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Utility - Sewer
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Trash Services - CA
Usage-Based (Utilities).Trash services provided only in California.
Porter Service Rebill
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount associated with billing back third-party porter services.
Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
Amount for renters liability insurance obtained through resident's provider of choice.
Pest Control Services
$2 / mo
Utility - Billing Administrative Fee
$5 / mo
Utility - Electric - Third Party
Varies
Utility - Natural Gas - Third Party
Varies
Hot Water Energy
Varies
Utility - Water
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Utility - Sewer
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Trash Services - CA
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Porter Service Rebill
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Renters Liability Insurance - Third Party
Varies

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee
Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market.
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.
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.
Due at Application
Application Fee
$35
Holding Deposit (Refundable)
$500
Due at Move In
Security Deposit (Refundable)
$500

Parking

Parking Fee
Amount for parking space/services. May be subject to availability.
Parking Fee
Amount for electric vehicle space; reserved or pay-per-use station. May be subject to availability.
Parking Fee
Amount for tandem parking space/services. May be subject to availability.
Parking Fee
$100 / mo
Parking Fee
$100 / mo
Parking Fee
$150 / mo

Pets

Pet Deposit (Refundable)
Amount for pet living in rental home. May be assessed per pet or per rental home, based on lease requirements. Refunds processed per lease terms.
Pet Rent
Monthly amount for authorized pet.
Pet Management - Third Party
Amount for authorized pet registration and screening services.
Pet Deposit (Refundable)
$500
Pet Rent
$50 / mo
Pet Management - Third Party
$25 / yr

Personal Add-Ons

Renters Liability Only
Amount for required Renters Liability Policy.
Renters Liability Only
$15 / occurance

Situational

Access Device - Replacement
Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; fobs, keys, remotes, access passes.
Access/Lock Change Fee
Amount to change or reprogram access to rental home.
Early Lease Termination/Cancellation
Amount to terminate lease earlier than lease end date; excludes rent and other charges.
Late Fee
Amount for paying after rent due date; per terms of lease.
Positive Credit Reporting Services
Amount to send positive payment history to credit reporting agency(ies); per person.
Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)
Additional amount, based on screening results, intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms.
Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery
Usage-Based (Utilities).Amount for utility usage not transferred to resident responsibility any time during occupancy.
Returned Payment Fee (NSF)
Amount for returned payment.
Utility - Vacant Processing Fee
Amount for failing to transfer utilities into resident name.
Access Device - Replacement
$5 - $100 / occurance
Access/Lock Change Fee
$5 / occurance
Early Lease Termination/Cancellation
200.00% of base rent / occurance
Late Fee
$50 / occurance
Positive Credit Reporting Services
Varies
Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)
100.00% of base rent
Utility - Vacant Cost Recovery
Varies
Returned Payment Fee (NSF)
$25 - $35 / occurance
Utility - Vacant Processing Fee
$50 / occurance

Property Fee Disclaimer: Standard Security Deposit subject to change based on screening results; total security deposit(s) will not exceed any legal maximum. Resident may be responsible for maintaining insurance pursuant to the Lease. Some fees may not apply to apartment homes subject to an affordable program. Resident is responsible for damages that exceed ordinary wear and tear. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. This form does not modify the lease. Additional fees may apply in specific situations as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to the application process. All fees are subject to the terms of the application and/or lease. Residents may be responsible for activating and maintaining utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, as specified in the lease agreement.

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