Property Address
Golden Hill Place
905 20th Street
San Diego, CA 92102
Business/Mailing Address
Golden Hill Place
PO BOX 120093
San Diego, CA 92112
Telephone & Fax
1.858.490.6282
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General Information FAQs
To Speak With the Golden Hill Place Property Manager
Golden Hill Place Contact Information
Viewing the Property
Location
Public Transportation
Personal Security
Specific Apartment FAQs
Advantages of Living at Golden Hill Place
Monthly Rental Rates & Charges
Air Conditioning and Heating
Building and Property
Closet and Storage Space
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Furnishings
Telephones
Computers
Housekeeping and Laundry
Bicycles
Parking
Guests
Pets
Mail
To Speak With the Golden Hill Place Property Manager
Please follow these 3 Steps:
Step 1
Submit a Housing Request through the Reservatios page of this website - or fax a completed print form. The information you provide will help us to better assist you. Due to the high volume of calls, we prefer that you do not call the office until you have received a Confirmation email reply to your request.
Step 2
Wait for a Confirmation email reply from the property manager.
Step 3
Golden Hill Place is eager to assist you after you have received a Confirmation email. Should you still have unanswered questions that you think cannot be handled by email, then please contact our property manager by telephone at +1.858.490.6282
Golden Hill Place Contact Information
Office Telephone: +.1.858.490.6282
Office Fax: +.1.858.490.6282
Email: info@goldenhillplace.com
Business mailing address
Golden Hill Place
PO Box 120093
San Diego, CA 92112 USA
Property address
905 20th Street
San Diego, CA 92102
Business Hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Viewing the Property
How can I schedule an appointment to view the property?
We strive to answer all of your questions through our website, including having you see what the units and property look like using photos throughout this website. To create your personal virtual tour of Golden Hill Place, please view our Floor Plans & Photos web page.
If you are in San Diego and you think it is necessary to schedule an appointment to view the property, then we will gladly give you a personal tour of the property. An appointment may be scheduled with the Property Manager either by telephone or email.Note:
We require notice of at least one day to schedule a viewing. Out of respect for the residents' privacy, we do not show occupied bedrooms or studios.
Do I need to be interviewed in person to be considered for a space at Golden Hill Place?
No. Golden Hill Place only requires that you submit a Housing Request form. You will be evaluated according to the information that you provide in your application.
Financially, you will be required to pay a 2-in-1 Holding & Security/Damage Deposit, your first month of rent and any applicable fees prior to obtaining your keys. No credit check is required.
Note: For couples and traveling companions: Each prospective resident must submit a separate Housing Request.
Location
Where is Golden Hill Place located?
Golden Hill Place is Centrally Located:
- Albertson's Supermarket - 6 blocks
- City College & Library - 6 blocks
- Balboa Park & Museums - 11 blocks
- Financial District - 11 blocks
- San Diego Central Library - 14 blocks
- Gaslamp District & Horton Plaza - 14 blocks
- Padres Baseball Stadium - 14 blocks
- Convention Center - 16 blocks
- World Famous San Diego Zoo - 1 mile
- San Diego Bay & Seaport Village - 1 mile
- Old Town, Sea World and the Beaches - 10 - 15 minutes by car
- Mexico - 15 minutes by car
Golden Hill Place is close to Sports & Exercise Facilities:
- City Boxing- 6 blocks street
- Baseball field - 9 blocks
- Soccer fields - 9 blocks
- Running tracks - 9 blocks
- Basketball courts - 8-9 blocks
- Tennis, handball & badminton courts - 11 blocks
- Swimming lap pool at the Downtown YMCA - 1 mile
- Embarcadero Pier: fishing (no fees, fishing license or ID required) - 1 mile
- Hiking & mountain biking in Florida Canyon Nature Preserve - 1 mile
- Balboa Park golf course - 1 mile
- Deep sea charter boats at H&M Landing - 5 miles
- Sailing & jet skiing on San Diego Bay - 4 miles
- Pacific Ocean: beach, surfing & body boarding - 10 - 15 minutes by car
How close is Golden Hill Place to the Gaslamp District?
We are 15 blocks from the nightlife of the popular Gaslamp District. Just walk ten minutes down Broadway or take a taxi for $4 - $6 each way or take the trolley for $1.50 round trip.
How close is Golden Hill Place to the San Diego Bay?
We are 1 mile from the most popular San Diego Bay attractions. It is an easy ride on one of our bicycles. The streets are mostly flat; there are relaxing waterfront bike paths along the bay.
How close is Golden Hill Place to the nearest beach(es)?
The nearest beach is located on Coronado Island. You can get there in 10 minutes by car or 20 minutes by ferry & bicycle. The nearest "party surfing beach" is Mission Beach. You can get there in 15 minutes by car or 45 minutes by trolley & bus.
How close is Golden Hill Place to the downtown business and financial district?
Golden Hill Place is located on the boundary of the downtown business and financial district. We are within easy walking and biking distance to all areas of this district. The bus makes it even faster to get there.
Public Transportation
What public transportation facilities are near Golden Hill Place?
Residents of Golden Hill Place can experience the best public transportation that San Diego has to offer.
- City Bus stop - one blocks (Corner of 20th Street and Broadway)
- Interstate 5, Highway 163 & Highway 94 - three blocks
- Greyhound bus station - one mile
- Amtrak train & trolley stations - one mile
- San Diego International Airport - four miles
For fare and local transportation information, visit:
San Diego Transit System - Bus, Trolley, TrainInquire about discounted student monthly passes.
For trip planning to get to your school or work from Golden Hill Place, visit:
San Diego Transit System - Trip PlannerPersonal Security
Do the units and property have secure keyed locks?
Yes. The front and rear doors to all apartments have security deadbolt locks. All common areas and the backyard have resident-only keyed gate access. Upon moving in, you will be issued a complete set of keys.
Do the bedroom doors have secure keyed locks?
Yes. Your bedroom door can only be locked and unlocked by you. (And only by our staff with 24-hour notice or in case of an emergency.)
I might be walking a lot in the area, how safe is the neighborhood?
Golden Hill Place is located in an residential-urban setting. You should always keep personal safety in mind when walking through any city, especially if you are alone.
However, San Diego is a very friendly place with little street crime. The streets are well lighted. The central headquarters for the San Diego Police Department is only five blocks from Golden Hill Place.
If you are in San Diego, we encourage you to stop by Golden Hill Place and see for yourself.
Advantages of Living at Golden Hill Place
What are the immediate financial advantages of living at Golden Hill Place?
Golden Hill Place is essentially for month-to-month study/work abroad travelers. We know that affordable budget travel for scholars and interns starts with accommodations. That is why part of our service to you from the beginning is to make it affordable to move into Golden Hill Place. Therefore we offer:
- A low 2-in-1 Holding & Security/Damage deposit of $250 - $500
- No last month of rent paid up front
- No application fee
- All-inclusive monthly rental rates
Are there flexible commitment advantages of moving into Golden Hill Place?
- You must commit to live at Golden Hill Place for a minimum of one month. Your continued stay will be on a month-to-month basis, unless you have
provided a move-out date.
- You can move-in on any day - not only on the first day of the month. Likewise, you can move-out on any day of the month for any reason, as long as you provide the manager with 30-days notice. Your monthly rent will be pro-rated based on your move-in or move-out dates to coincide with our rent due date of the 1st day of each month.
- Golden Hill Place is a month-to-month residence. This allows for both short-term and long-term residents. If you are moving to San Diego, Golden Hill Place offers you a place to stay while you get settled in San Diego - while you get oriented and find a permanent residence. You can stay as long as you would like. We only require that a 30-day notice of your move-out date be given to the Manager.
Budget planning advantages of living at Golden Hill Place?
The cost of living in San Diego is one of the most expensive in the United States. All of the following conveniences at Golden Hill Place make it easier for you to stay within your budget while living in San Diego.
- The convenience of Golden Hill Place paying all of your bills! There is no need for you to pay multiple bills or track due dates for utility bills.
- No worrying about whether your roommates are going to be late paying the rent or utility bills every month. You are not at risk if your roommates cannot pay their rent.
- Because you pay an all-inclusive rental rate you are not subject to monthly increases or variances in your utility bills and phone charges. The only months that you will might pay an Energy Surcharge Fee in addition to your rent are the months of November through April (during which time you will have the option of be provided with a space heater).
Is there a sense of community at Golden Hill Place?
Yes. All Golden Hill Place residents are internationally like-minded and of the same general age group.
Golden Hill Place Is Intimate And Personal
- Only 4 apartment units
- Maximum occupancy of 8 residents
- Comfortable community for making new friends
Golden Hill Place Is A Fun "One Big Family" Environment
- Gathering are in the backyard and on the deck areas
- Resident-organized outings: festivals, beach BBQ's and more
- Resident-organized trips: Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Mexico and more/li>
Monthly Rental Rates & Charges
What are Golden Hill Place's monthly rental rates?
Please review our Rates web page.
What is included with the rental of a shared or private apartment?
Please review our Features web page.
Do I pay anything for the utilities(electricity, gas, water, cable TV, telephone, Internet)?
No. Your rent includes all these utilities.
Are there additional charges for staying at Golden Hill Place?
Rental rates are all-inclusive. Please review our Features web page.
There is a one-time Move-In Fee of $130 that each resident pays when they move into Golden Hill Place. This is to cover the costs of creating your resident account and for the cleaning of your bedroom and linens when you move-out.
During the cooler months of November through April, there is the option of being provided with a space heater. An additional monthly Energy Surcharge may be added to your rent bill as follows: Winter (December through March) = $35 ; Fall/Spring (November & April) = $25
Air Conditioning and Heating
Does Golden Hill Place have air conditioning?
No. Golden Hill Place does not have air conditioning. Instead, every room has a ceiling fan. This is standard practice for rental properties and private homes throughout coastal San Diego. Golden Hill Place is inside the Pacific Coastal zone where cool ocean breezes and a marine layer typically keep temperatures very compfortable at 60-75 degrees Farenheit. This also helps us to conserve energy and keep our rental rates affordable.
Does Golden Hill Place have heating?
Yes. During the coolest months of the year (November through April), one space heater will be distributed to each resident upon their request. An additional monthly Energy Surcharge may be added to your rent bill as follows: Winter (December through March) = $35 ; Fall/Spring (November & April) = $25
Building and Property
Can you tell me more about the property?
Please review our Home web page.
How many stories tall is Golden Hill Place?
Golden Hill Place is a 2-story building. Each unit has two entrances: one through an interior hallway and one from the outside from the shared deck or patio areas.
What size are the bedrooms?
Golden Hill Place offers one large bedroom in each apartment. Please refer to our Floor Plans & Photos web page.
Closet and Storage Space
How much closet space will I have?
Bedrooms have one wardrobe closet for each resident. The wardrobes provide hanging space, one shelf and 4 drawers.
In general, most residents at Golden Hill Place have traveled from afar or are staying in San Diego on a temporary basis. Therefore, we offer clothes storage with suitcase/backpack traveling in mind.
Kitchen
Do the kitchens have everything needed to cook?
Yes. All Golden Hill Place apartments have full kitchens. Each kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, blender, rice cooker, garbage disposal, pots and pans, cooking utensils, cutlery, dishes and glassware.
Are the kitchens shared?
There is one kitchen in each apartment. You share the kitchen only with the one roommate that lives in your apartment - unless you are renting the apartment solely by yourself.
Bathrooms
Are the bathrooms shared?
There is one bathroom in each apartment. You share the bathroom only with the one roommate that lives in your apartment - unless you are renting the apartment solely by yourself.
Furnishings
Are Golden Hill Place's apartments and studios furnished or unfurnished?
Golden Hill Place provides fully furnished, contemporary styled apartments. Each apartment/studio includes: utilities, local telephone service, cable TV, stereo, desktop computer, unlimited wireless Internet access, bed linens & towels, and a full kitchen with appliances & utensils.
Does Golden Hill Place offer any unfurnished apartments?
No. We do not offer any unfurnished units.
Can you tell me more about the furnishings?
Please refer to our Features web page. You may also see photos of the apartment interiors on the Floor Plans & Photos web page.
Can I move my own furniture into my apartment?
In general, you cannot move furniture into your apartment. The exceptions to this policy are: small plants, desktop computers, stereos and other small personal electronics.
Does Golden Hill Place provide bed linens and towels?
Yes. One set of linens and towels will be provided to you. The full set includes: mattress pad, full set of sheets, 1 pillow with pillow liner and coverf, 2 blankets, 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel, 1 wash cloth. It is your responsibility to regularly wash your bed linens and towels.
Telephones
Is there any additional cost for telephone service?
No. Telephone service is included in your rent. Your apartment telephone has a private phone line for your apartment only. All incoming calls and outgoing local calls are FREE.
Golden Hill Place uses cable telephone service. This service is superior to standard local telephone service. It has an expanded free local toll call range three-times wider than the local telephone company.
How do I make domestic or international long distance telephone calls?
You may use a phone card to make domestic and international long distance calls from your apartment's telephone. Phone cards can be purchased nearby for $10-$20.
Can I use the telephone in my bedroom?
Yes. Each apartment includes one extended range 900 mega hertz cordless telephone with 2 headsets. The phone can be taken into your bedroom for privacy. Your phone's extended range will also allow you to roam a short distance outside your apartment.
When I want to receive calls, can I answer the telephone myself?
Yes. The telephone in your apartment is a private line for your unit only. When the phone rings, you or your roommates are the only ones who can answer it. In case you miss a call, there is an answering machine with the phone.
Is there an answering machine where my family can leave messages for me?
Yes. Your family and friends can leave messages for you on the answering machine connected to the telephone. They may leave their message for you in the language of their choice.
Where is the telephone located in my apartment?
The telephone base station with answering machine is located in living room/kitchen. The second head set is located in its charging station in the bedroom.
Computers
Can you tell me more about Golden Hill Place's desktop computer, printers, and wireless Internet?
Please review our WiFi web page.
What do I do to access the Golden Hill Place Wi-Fi system?
When you move-in, you will be provided with the instructions to connect to the wireless network.
Housekeeping and Laundry
Is there maid service?
Yes. Golden Hill Place provides bi-weekly (every other week) cleaning to all common areas (kitchen, living rooms and bathrooms). The cleaning of your bedroom is yours and your roommate's responsibility.
The maid cleans at Golden Hill Place on Fridays.
Is washing my linens (sheets, blankets, pillow and towels) included with the weekly housekeeping?
No. The washing of all of the linens provided to you by Golden Hill Place is not included with the weekly housekeeping. You are responsible for washing your own bed linens and towels.
Where can I do my laundry?
Golden Hill Place has one laundry room located in a small building in the back yard of the building. The entrance is on the ground level, off the brick patio area. There is one washing machine and two dryers. The machines are coin-operated and require multiple quarters ($0.25). Residents must supply their own laundry detergent.
Each apartment has an iron and ironing board, as well as clothes drying rack for personal items that need to be air-dried.
Can I to request have my bedroom and linens cleaned by the maid?
No. The maid working for Golden Hill Place is very busy and has a specific cleaning schedule to follow. You may hire your own cleaning professional to clean your bedroom.
Are there cleaning supplies that I can use?
Each apartment is supplied with an electric floor vacuum (that works great on wood floors), as well as a broom and dust pan. Other cleaning supplies (dish soap, multi-purpose cleaners, sponges and paper towels) are your responsibility.
Bicycles
Does Golden Hill Place have bicycles that I can use?
Yes. Golden Hill Place provides bicycles for free use by residents. At anytime, you may use any of the designated bicycles located in the bicycle rack in the backyard. We only require that you keep the bicycles locked (using the locks provided) when you are not riding them.
Parking
Do you have parking?
No. Golden Hill Place does not offer parking. There is adequate parking on the streets surrounding the property.
Guests
Can I have a friend or family member stay with me when they visit San Diego?
Our residents expect to share their living space with a set number of people. (No live-in girlfriends/boyfriends.) Therefore, Golden Hill Place allows only one resident if renting an apartment privately (single occupancy); and two residents if sharing an apartment (double occupancy). Golden Hill Placee also limits the number of guests a resident may have staying with them in their apartment to one guest at a time. Each guest may stay up to a maximum of 1 week, with not more than 2 guests allowed within a 2-month period.
A $25.00 Guest Fee per guest (per visit) will be charged to you to pay for additional utility costs. Should you require an air-bed, one can be set up with bed and bath linens by Golden Hill Place staff for an additional fee of $25.00.
Pets
Do you allow pets?
Sorry. No pets of any kind are allowed at Golden Hill Place. No cats, dogs, reptiles, rodents, birds, fish, or any other animals or insects are allowed in Golden Hill Place.
The only exception will be for residents who require the service of an assitive animal.
Do I have a private mailbox?
Each apartment has its own secure mail box and its own address. You and your roommate share the mail box and will each have a key to access it.
What is my mailing address?
Your mailing address will be:
Where is the nearest Post Office?
There is a Post Office located 13 blocks away - at the corner of 9th Avenue and G Street.