Make East Village your home base at The Merian, where light-filled interiors meet rooftop afternoons and evenings out in downtown San Diego. Choose from studios, junior one-, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, townhomes, and penthouses near Petco Park, local dining, and the waterfront.
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Bring your own style to a home with floor-to-ceiling windows, inviting kitchens, and room to settle in. From dinner around the kitchen island to a quiet evening overlooking the city, The Merian’s interiors make everyday moments feel considered.
Pull up a seat at the kitchen island or spread out ingredients for your next meal. Quartz countertops, tile backsplashes, and soft-close cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting create a polished space for cooking and gathering.
From a quick breakfast to a dinner worth sharing, stainless steel appliances keep your kitchen ready. Each home includes a refrigerator, gas range and oven, microwave, and dishwasher.
Wolf appliances, panelized refrigerators and dishwashers, and waterfall-edge islands bring additional refinement to the kitchen. Butler’s pantries with wine refrigerators offer more space for preparing and hosting.
Floating vanities with single or double sinks and quartz countertops give your daily routine a contemporary setting. Soaking tubs or shower stalls with tile surrounds offer ways to unwind, while backlit mirrors* add a finishing touch.
Floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural light into your living spaces, with motorized roller shades to adjust privacy throughout the day. Plank-style flooring extends throughout each home, creating a cohesive backdrop for your furnishings.
Extend your evening onto a private balcony or terrace with a firepit. Views of downtown San Diego, the Pacific Ocean, or surrounding streets bring another dimension to time at home.
Full-size Electrolux washers and dryers let you take care of laundry at home and on your schedule.
Oversized closets with ClosetMaid organization systems give clothing and everyday belongings a place of their own.
Nest® thermostats let you set your preferred temperature with central air conditioning and heating.
*Available in select apartments.
Take your downtime upstairs, find a new setting for your workday, or gather over dinner without leaving home. The Merian’s shared spaces offer everything from poolside lounging to private events, with places to enjoy San Diego indoors and out.
Make a poolside afternoon part of your plans at the year-round heated pool and jacuzzi. Private cabanas, lounge seating, and an outdoor shower complete the setting for a refreshing break.
Take dinner outdoors at the rooftop grilling stations, then settle beside the fireplace. Additional seating gives you room to linger and enjoy an evening above the city.
Build your routine in the two-story, 24/7 fitness center, with dedicated cardio and strength rooms, free weights, cold towels, and filtered water. A private yoga studio with complimentary weekly classes offers another way to make time for movement.
Give your next gathering a setting beyond your apartment. A Bosch-equipped kitchen and outdoor terraces with fireplaces, dining areas, and lounge seating make room for shared meals and special occasions.
Meet over a drink, gather around the dining table, or bring a little friendly competition to the evening with billiards and shuffleboard. The indoor-outdoor lounge includes a wet bar and wine refrigerator for entertaining close to home.
Change your workday’s scenery in the coworking clubroom. Wi-Fi throughout amenity spaces helps you stay connected beyond your apartment.
Make an occasion of your entertainment plans in the indoor-outdoor amphitheater, which converts into a private theater.
An enclosed pet run with waste stations gives your dog space for daily outings. Washing and drying stations in the pet spa make cleanup convenient afterward.
Keep your bicycle onsite between outings and use the tune-up station to prepare for your next ride.
Settle into the lobby lounge while waiting for friends or take a moment before heading upstairs.
24/7 Concierge
Concierge service is available around the clock for resident assistance.
Maintenance
Maintenance support helps keep everyday living running smoothly in your apartment home.
Package Lockers
Parcel Pending lockers make retrieving deliveries a convenient part of your day.
Pet-Friendly Living
Cats and dogs are welcome at The Merian, with up to two pets per apartment.
Garage Parking
Controlled-access garage parking provides direct building access from every parking level.
EV Charging
Onsite electric vehicle charging stations let you recharge your vehicle close to home.
Bilt Rewards Program
Earn points on rent payments through the BILT Rewards program.
Discover an East Village routine that moves from café mornings to game nights and waterfront outings. The Merian places you near the restaurants, cultural destinations, and transit connections that make downtown San Diego worth exploring.
Find a reason to dine locally, whether it’s tacos at Lola 55, pasta at Monzù Fresh Pasta, or an evening at Callie or Cowboy Star. The Mission and Sovereign Modern Thai Cuisine add more variety, while the nearby Gaslamp Quarter offers plenty of options for continuing the night.
Stock your kitchen at nearby grocers such as Albertsons, Grocery Outlet, East Village Market, or Ralphs. Browse local East Village retailers, explore the Gaslamp Quarter, or make an afternoon of the shops and waterfront setting at Seaport Village.
Let a Padres game at Petco Park anchor your evening, explore the East Village Art District, or discover your next read at the San Diego Central Library. Restaurants and nightlife in the Gaslamp Quarter offer more ways to keep your plans close to downtown.
Take a break at Fault Line Park or Gallagher Square, spend time along the Embarcadero, or plan a longer outing to Balboa Park. From neighbourhood green spaces to waterfront scenery, there are different ways to enjoy San Diego outdoors.
Nearby Park & Market and City College Trolley stations connect your East Village home base with destinations throughout San Diego. The 12th & Imperial Transit Center adds further connections for exploring beyond downtown.
Keep your home base connected to downtown employers and destinations across the region. San Diego State University, the University of San Diego, UC San Diego, and healthcare providers such as UC San Diego Health and Scripps Mercy Hospital are accessible from East Village.
Walk through The Merian’s residences, amenities, and common areas in an immersive 3D experience — then book a tour when you’re ready to visit in person.
Vantage Pointe is sure to take your breath away with stunning sky-high views of San Diego and unmatched amenities.
Quick answers about living at The Merian — tours, pricing, pets, parking, and how to apply.
The Merian is located at 601 11th Avenue in Downtown San Diego, near Petco Park, the San Diego Central Library, public transportation, dining, and entertainment.
The Merian is in East Village, a Downtown San Diego neighborhood known for Petco Park, the East Village Art District, restaurants, nightlife, and cultural destinations. The Gaslamp Quarter, Marina District, waterfront, and Little Italy are also nearby.
Studio, Jr. 1-, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedrooms + Townhomes and Penthouses
Kitchens feature quartz countertops with tile backsplashes, soft-close cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, kitchen islands, and stainless-steel refrigerators, gas ranges and ovens, microwaves, and dishwashers. Upgraded homes offer Wolf appliances, panelized refrigerators and dishwashers, waterfall-edge islands, and butler’s pantries with wine refrigerators.*
All homes include plank-style flooring throughout, floor-to-ceiling windows with motorized roller shades, and Nest thermostats controlling central air conditioning and heat. Bathrooms feature single- or double-sink floating vanities with quartz countertops, backlit mirrors* and soaking tubs or shower stalls with tile surrounds.
Additional features include full-size Electrolux washers and dryers and oversized closets with ClosetMaid organization systems*. Select residences offer private balconies or terraces with firepits and views of Downtown San Diego, the Pacific Ocean, or street facing.
*In select apartments.
The Merian offers a year-round heated pool and jacuzzi with private cabanas, lounge seating, and an outdoor shower, plus a rooftop deck with grilling stations, a fireplace, and additional seating. The two-story, 24/7 fitness center includes dedicated cardio and strength rooms, free weights, cold towel service, filtered water, and a private yoga studio with complimentary weekly classes.
Social spaces include an indoor-outdoor lounge with a wet bar, wine refrigerator, dining areas, billiards, and shuffleboard. The sky lounge and private event space feature a Bosch-equipped kitchen and outdoor terraces with fireplaces, dining, and lounge seating. Residents also enjoy a coworking clubroom, an outdoor and indoor amphitheater that converts into a private theater, a lobby lounge, an enclosed pet run, a pet spa, bicycle storage with a tune-up station, Wi-Fi throughout amenity spaces, Parcel Pending package lockers, and 24/7 concierge service.
The Merian is a pet-friendly community and offers an enclosed pet run with waste stations and a pet spa with washing and drying stations. We welcome two pets per apartment, including cats and dogs. Policies may include breed restrictions, pet limits, pet deposits, and monthly pet rent. Please defer to our Resident Selection Criteria for more details.
Controlled-access garage parking is available with direct building access from every parking level.
The Merian offers EV charging stations and controlled-access garage parking.
MTS Trolley stations including Park & Market Station and City College are less than 0.5 miles away. Both stations serve the UC San Diego Blue and Orange lines, along with limited Silver Line heritage streetcar service. The nearby 12th & Imperial Transit Center also provides access to the Blue, Orange, and Green lines.
The Merian is located in East Village, placing residents in downtown San Diego with convenient access to public transit, major employers, universities, and surrounding neighborhoods. The Park & Market and City College San Diego MTS Trolley stops are located on the same block, providing connections throughout the city.
Major employers in the area include Sempra Energy, Qualcomm, and Naval Base San Diego. San Diego State University, University of San Diego, and UC San Diego are also accessible from the East Village location, along with healthcare providers including UC San Diego Health, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, and Sharp HealthCare.
Nearby outdoor spaces include Gallagher Square at Petco Park, Fault Line Park, the Embarcadero waterfront, and Balboa Park. East Village Green, a new 2-acre park several blocks away between 13th and 15th streets, is expected to open in fall 2026 with a dog park, playground, amphitheater, community center, and central lawn.
The Merian is surrounded by grocery stores, restaurants, cafés, and shopping throughout East Village and downtown San Diego. Nearby grocery options include Grocery Outlet, Albertsons, Smart & Final Extra!, East Village Market, and Ralphs, making everyday errands convenient. East Village dining includes local favorites such as Cowboy Star, Callie, Lola 55, Monzù Fresh Pasta, The Mission, and Sovereign Modern Thai Cuisine, with Petco Park and the Gaslamp Quarter adding even more restaurants, nightlife, and entertainment nearby. For shopping, explore local East Village retailers, the Gaslamp Quarter, or the shops, restaurants, and waterfront experiences at Seaport Village.
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