San Diego Apartments Near Public Transit & Freeways

15-minutes away from everywhere you want to be

Our brand new San Diego apartments sit at the crossroads of the 805 and 163 freeways with immediate access to both, putting San Diego's major destinations within easy reach. Whether you're heading to the grocery store, the park, the bustling Convoy District or the sandy SoCal beaches, getting there is easy when you start from Kearny Mesa's central location.

And wherever you go, you’ll always come back to premium amenities that make home the best destination of the day!

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Multiple transit options, one convenient location

Living at AMLI Aero means having choices in how you get around.

Our apartments sit at the crossroads of several major highways and thoroughfares that make San Diego more accessible than ever. Hop on the I-805 or the CA-163 in just minutes, while the I-15, I-8 and CA 52 are within an easy 10 minutes’ drive from home. Local thoroughfares through Kearny Mesa grant access to bustling community centers like the Convoy District, Mission Valley, Serra Mesa and more, while nearby Balboa Avenue can get you into Pacific Beach in no time at all.

The freeway access is unbeatable for drivers, but the public transportation network serving Kearny Mesa and San Diego continues to expand and improve for those who prefer to skip the drive.

Several MTS bus routes stop within walking distance of our community. Route 120 provides direct service between Downtown San Diego and the Kearny Mesa Transit Center, making it easy to reach downtown without fighting for parking. Route 44 connects Old Town Transit Center to Kearny Mesa, perfect for getting to the Old Town area or need to connect to Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and the COASTER commuter rail at Santa Fe Depot. Routes 20, 25, 27, 43 and 235 provide additional connections throughout central San Diego.

Dusk view of sparkling blue pool at AMLI Aero with recliners, large tv, fitness center building and palm trees and panoramic rooftop.

All your essentials, just minutes away!

When you’re living in Kearny Mesa, San Diego is at your fingertips! Access to grocery stores, parks, entertainment and essential services is both quick and convenient, so you can spend more time on what really matters!

Drive time to nearby essentials

IKEA
10 minutes
Costco
5 minutes
Convoy Street
5 minutes
Serra Mesa Kearny Mesa Branch Library
3 minutes
Mission Valley
10 minutes
H-Mart
5 minutes
Target
10 minutes
Walmart
10 minutes
Cabrillo Heights Park
2 minutes
SDSU Mission Valley River Park
10 minutes
Wegeforth Elementary School
5 minutes
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Eats & drinks at Convoy Street

This 1.5-mile stretch of locally-owned businesses and restaurants is one of the most vibrant dining scenes in California!

Convoy Street’s culinary landscape encompasses a wide variety of Asian cuisines and features everything from boba to ramen to dim sum, coffee, speakeasies and much, much more. Here are some of our favorites!

Popular restaurants in the Convoy District

Common Theory Public House
A gastropub with 40 beers on tap, globally-inspired menu and a hidden Shanghai-themed speakeasy called "Realm of the 52 Remedies." Known for their duck fat fries and open until 2am on weekends.
Dumpling Inn & Shanghai Saloon
A 1920s Shanghai-themed restaurant specializing in handmade xiao long bao soup dumplings and beef curry dumplings. Features an attached whiskey-focused bar with its own Maker's Mark barrel.
Flama Llama
A Latin-Asian fusion restaurant serving Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) cuisine with standout dishes like lomo saltado and garlic noodles. Features a dog-friendly patio and twice-daily happy hours.
The Keep Coffee
A minimalist cafe famous for whipped cream-topped drinks like their signature Keep Matcha einspanner, plus unique offerings like black sesame lattes and garlic cream cheese buns.
Bopomofo Cafe
An elevated Asian-American cafe using only fresh, quality ingredients with no powdered creamers or artificial syrups. Serves premium sandwiches, teas, and coffee blending Chinese, Taiwanese, and American influences.
RakiRaki Ramen & Tsukemen
A ramen powerhouse open until 1am every day, known for their Red Edition ramen and miso tonkotsu tsukemen. Uses alkalized water and over 20 imported herbs and spices with flame-blistered toppings.
Woomiok 
An authentic Korean restaurant serving traditional cuisine with properly fermented kimchi and spicy octopus. Creates a warm, homey atmosphere with dishes that appeal to all tastes!
Cross Street Chicken and Beer
Specializes in double-fried Korean fried chicken with an impossibly crispy exterior and juicy interior. Pairs well with their fried rice and variety of soju cocktails.
Hidden Fish
An intimate 12-seat sushi bar offering omakase featuring 18 pieces of fish flown in from Tokyo's Toyosu Market. Earned a rave review from The New York Times and requires advance reservations.
Tajima Ramen
A long-standing ramen spot with multiple Convoy locations known for consistent quality and variety. Excels at multiple ramen styles from rich tonkotsu to lighter shio broth.
Chaba Thai Kitchen
An authentic Thai restaurant serving traditional dishes with proper spice levels, not Americanized versions. Features extensive curry selection and traditional Thai desserts.
Nice 2 Meet U
A chuan chuan (Chinese hot pot) restaurant where ingredients come on skewers you cook in your chosen broth. Bills are calculated by counting skewer sticks, making costs easy to control!
Somisomi 
A dessert spot specializing in ah-boong, Korean fish-shaped waffle cones filled with custard, red bean or Nutella and topped with soft-serve. Part of a growing SoCal chain with a fun, energetic atmosphere.
Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai
A ramen restaurant with a devoted following offering ten varieties with huge portions at fair prices. Opens at 5pm and often has lines before opening.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant
San Diego's largest Chinese restaurant, famous for weekend dim sum service with extensive variety. The warehouse-sized space ensures high turnover and fresh dishes.
Up2You Cafe
A study-friendly spot with reliable WiFi and solid boba, particularly known for their grass jelly drinks.
MNGO Cafe
An upscale cafe with hand-picked ingredients and impressive dessert selection.
Urban Bubble
A no-frills bubble tea specialist offering good boba at reasonable prices with a wide variety of flavors and toppings.
Matcha Cafe Maiko
A matcha lover's paradise importing matcha directly from Japan, also housing KOKONUT for Japanese-style drinks and treats.

Nearby parks & neighborhoods

For those times when you need to drive a little further than just down the street, you’re in luck again! AMLI Aero’s central location means you can get to the surrounding neighborhoods in no time at all. 

Drive times to major destinations:

  • Mission Valley: 10 minutes — 4.5 miles
  • Balboa Park: 15 minutes — 5.7 miles
  • San Diego International Airport: 15 minutes — 10 miles
  • Petco Park: 15 minutes — 8 miles
  • Mission Beach: 15 minutes — 10 miles
  • Tecolote Canyon: 12 minutes — 7.5 miles
  • San Diego Zoo: 15 minutes — 7 miles
  • Sorrento Valley: 15 minutes — 8.5 miles

Apartments close to major San Diego employers

Much of your week might involve getting to and from your place of work, so it’s important to find an apartment community that makes those commutes feel as easy as possible. 

Lucky for you, we’ve made your workday commute smoother than ever thanks to the nearby freeway access!

Easy commutes from AMLI Aero

Downtown San Diego
20 minutes
Sorrento Valley
20 minutes
Qualcomm
15 minutes
University Town Center
15 minutes
Illumina
15 minutes
ResMed
10 minutes
Kaiser Permanente
10 minutes
University of San Diego
10 minutes
Sharp Memorial Hospital
5 minutes
Rady's Children's Hospital
5 minutes
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Ready to make the move?

Ready to cut your time in traffic and upgrade your lifestyle? Contact our leasing office to schedule an in-person or virtual tour of AMLI Aero and discover how central location, smart design and exceptional amenities create the perfect home base for your busy lifestyle!

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