Zacatepec

About

Zacatepec is an apartment-style community for sophomore students. Zacatepec offers 1- and 3-bedroom units with triple-, double- and single-occupancy rooms. Room types are based on availability and cannot be guaranteed. The license agreement period for Zacatepec is 9 months (academic year). This community is conveniently located on the west side of campus near the Tony Gwynn Stadium.

Ancient Aztec Meaning

Zacatepec means "grassy hill".

Amenities

  • 12 bathrooms
  • 24/7 Emergency maintenance
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk operations
  • Full kitchen
  • Furnished
  • Housing over the break
  • Limited reserved parking
  • Live-in faculty and staff
  • On-site laundry
  • Meal plan
  • Swimming pool
  • TV streaming
  • Twin XL bed sizes
  • Utilities included
  • Wi-Fi

Construction Impact

map of construction sites

As part of SDSU’s Evolve Student Housing project, construction is underway on Metepec, a new residential community. Construction will continue throughout the 2026-27 academic year. Metepec is expected to open in spring 2028.

The project is part of SDSU’s strategic priority to offer additional and financially competitive on-campus student housing.

Zacatepec is located near the construction area, and residents will receive communications to their SDSU email regarding construction hours, expected noise levels and any changes to the project schedule. For more information, visit the Evolve Student Housing webpage.

Zacatepec Students on Couch
Zacatepec is an apartment-style community with a kitchen, living area and private bathroom(s) in each unit.

Virtual Tour

Explore Zacatepec in a 3D virtual tour. Virtual tours are for reference purposes only. Actual room setup and furniture may vary.

Floor Plan

Zacatepec offers 1- and 3-bedroom units with triple-, double- and single-occupancy rooms. Single room types are limited. Floor plans are for reference purposes only. Actual room setup varies by unit.

Building Map

Please refer to the image below regarding the distinction between Zacatepec building A, B & C.
Zacatepec

Mail and Location

Visit Mail and Packages for the Zacatepec mailing address.
Campus Location: 5485 55th St, San Diego, CA 92115
(Do not send mail or packages to this address.)

Zacatepec Image

Contact

Residence Hall Coordinator:
Katie Mcgrath
Front Desk:
619-594-0739