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Welcome to Hillcrest

San Diego Luxury

A modern mid-rise apartment building in Hillcrest with a grid of large windows and private balconies, softly lit at dusk, overlooking Sixth Avenue.

Balcony Apartments with a Hillcrest Outlook

Balcony homes at Denizen open directly to Hillcrest’s everyday skyline.

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Nashville hot chicken and waffles from common stock - yum!

Hillcrest Eats: American Food, Diners, Pubs

From casual burgers to new American classics to stick-to-your-ribs breakfast spots and more.

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better buzz coffee shop interior

Hillcrest Eats: Coffee Shops, Cafes, & Bakeries

Hillcrest’s best spots for coffee, baked goods, and light deli fare—grouped by type with quick descriptions to help you find your next go-to spot.

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A plate of grilled chicken kabob pieces served over herbed basmati rice with a side of mixed green salad, warm pita wedges, and small bowls of red pepper sauce and tzatziki. Fresh cilantro stems and a bowl of extra red sauce with a brush sit beside the plate on a light textured surface.

Hillcrest Eats: Mediterranean & Middle Eastern

From Levantine and Mediterranean plates to Afghan slow-cooked classics.

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Spin studio at Denizen with ICG stationary bikes facing a large wall-mounted screen, wood-style flooring, and bold patterned accent walls.

The Spin Studio at Denizen

Sleek bikes and a modern space designed for energizing rides.

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Bright apartment living room at Denizen with oversized windows, a curved white sofa, sculptural coffee table, modern accent chair, and a large fiddle-leaf fig plant adding greenery to the space.

Large, Oversized Windows + Natural Light

Expansive windows bring Hillcrest views — from lush greenery to sweeping cityscapes.

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In-unit stacked Electrolux washer and dryer set in a white closet space at Denizen, offering convenient, modern laundry access for residents.

In-Home Laundry Convenience

Full-size Electrolux washers and dryers in every apartment.

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Glass-walled meeting rooms open off the coworking lounge at Denizen, featuring modern wood and black trim doors

Meeting Rooms Made Modern

Private glass-walled meeting spaces with sleek tables, conference seating, and TVs.

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Modern coworking lounge at Denizen featuring soft neutral tones, curved lounge chairs around a wood coffee table, private work pods with built-in seating, and a sculptural gold pendant light overhead.

Coworking Meets Comfort

Private pods, sleek lounges, and a coffee bar — all designed for focus, collaboration, and comfort.

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A modern club room featuring a stone fireplace with a mounted flat-screen TV, two acoustic guitars resting nearby, and a seating area with light gray sofas, warm wood accents, geometric accent pillows, and a large woven pendant light overhead. Greenery in planters softens the space, while art books and ceramic decor add a refined touch to the wooden coffee table.

The Club Room - An Indoor-Outdoor Rooftop Lounge

Comfy seating, a stone fireplace, and scenic views of Hillcrest.

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