The Franciscan

6780 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Condo Building In San Diego

Units

193

Stories

3

Year Built

1972

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Units for Rent

2 Available Units

The Franciscan

224,766

Total Sq Ft

Condominium

Building Type

The Franciscan is a three-story condominium building located in the heart of San Diego's Linda Vista neighborhood. Completed in 1972, this building houses 193 units and offers a blend of modern design and practical living. Its flat roof and minimal decorative elements give it a clean, straightforward appearance. The Franciscan's central location provides residents with easy access to many of San Diego's key attractions and amenities.

The Franciscan is a condominium located in San Diego and the 92108 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego County attendance zone.

Building Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Clubhouse
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Tenant Controlled HVAC
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Tub/Shower
  • Smoke Detector

Location

6780 Friars, San Diego,
CA 92108

Neighborhood

San Diego earns its nickname "America's Finest City" not just from good weather but from 70 miles of coastline that are the perfect place to spend your weekend outdoors. Neighborhoods like North Park, Little Italy, and the Gaslamp Quarter each carry their own distinct energy — from craft brewery culture and street art to waterfront dining and live music. Balboa Park, one of the oldest recreational parks in the country, anchors the city's cultural scene with 17+ museums, sprawling gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Mission Trails Regional Park adds another 8,000-plus acres of trails and open space just minutes from downtown.

The rental market reflects the city's range of lifestyles. Downtown high-rises and loft-style apartment communities sit alongside bungalows near the beach and hillside townhomes with canyon views. Whether you're drawn to the walkable streets of East Village or the quieter stretches of Carmel Valley, there's a rental fit for just about every preference.

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Education

College & Universities Distance

Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi
Drive: 7 mins drive / 3.7 away
3.7 mi
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.7 away
4.7 mi

The Franciscan is within 4 minutes or 1.5 miles from University of San Diego. It is also near The Art Inst., San Diego and UC San Diego, Medical Center.

Transportation

Transportation options available in San Diego include Fashion Valley Transit Center, located 0.5 mile from The Franciscan.

Transit/Subway Distance

Walk: 9 mins walk / 0.5 away
0.5 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 1.7 away
1.7 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.5 away
1.5 mi
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.4 away
2.4 mi
Drive: 4 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi

Commuter Rail Distance

Drive: 6 mins drive / 2.6 away
2.6 mi
Drive: 9 mins drive / 6.1 away
6.1 mi
Drive: 19 mins drive / 12.9 away
12.9 mi
Drive: 27 mins drive / 20.0 away
20.0 mi
Drive: 31 mins drive / 23.6 away
23.6 mi
The Franciscan is near San Diego International, located 4.2 miles or 10 minutes away.

Airports Distance

San Diego International
Drive: 10 mins drive / 4.2 away
4.2 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Franciscan.

Shopping Centers Distance

Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.3 away
1.3 mi
Walk: 11 mins walk / 0.6 away
0.6 mi
Drive: 3 mins drive / 1.8 away
1.8 mi
The Franciscan has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks & Recreation Distance

Old Town San Diego Historic District
Drive: 4 mins drive / 2.3 away
2.3 mi
Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center
Drive: 5 mins drive / 2.4 away
2.4 mi
Fleet Science Center
Drive: 11 mins drive / 5.2 away
5.2 mi
San Diego Natural History Museum
Drive: 9 mins drive / 4.8 away
4.8 mi
San Diego Zoo
Drive: 8 mins drive / 4.5 away
4.5 mi
The Franciscan has 5 parks within 5.2 miles, including Old Town San Diego Historic District, Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center, and Fleet Science Center.

Hospitals Distance

Drive: 5 mins drive / 3.1 away
3.1 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 3.6 away
3.6 mi
Drive: 6 mins drive / 3.4 away
3.4 mi
The Franciscan has 3 hospitals within 3.6 miles, the nearest is Scripps Mercy Hospital which is 3.1 miles away and a 5 minute drive.

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