Set behind the gates of an intimate Hillcrest community, this light-filled residence delivers the rare combination of architectural character, privacy, and unbeatable urban convenience. Soaring vaulted ceilings create an immediate sense of volume and drama, while updated vinyl windows flood the interiors with natural light throughout the day. The living space centers around a beautiful fireplace and leads to a private patio designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, a separate balcony retreat offers the perfect place to unwind after a busy day. Freshly updated with new flooring in most spaces and interior paint, the home also features central HVAC, in-unit washer and dryer, a private garage, and the highly sought-after benefit of no neighbors above. Located just moments from Balboa Park and within walking distance to some of San Diego’s best restaurants, cafés, nightlife, and shopping, this is elevated Hillcrest living with easy freeway access and exceptional convenience. A rare opportunity to own a stylish, move-in ready residence in one of San Diego’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Property Details
Price:
$699,000
MLS #:
260011483
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
Hillcrest HC
Neighborhood:
metrouptown
Listed Date:
May 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
913
Total Sq Ft:
913
Lot Size:
6,692 sqft / 0.15 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1984
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Free Standing Range, Ice Maker, Electric Cooking
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Forced Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Laminate, Linoleum/Vinyl
Heating
Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
Laundry Features
Electric
Levels
2 Story
Exterior
Construction Materials
Wood/Stucco
Fencing
Full, Gate, Excellent Condition
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Assigned, Detached, Direct Garage Access, Garage – Single Door, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
Composition
Stories
2
Financial
HOA Fee
$500
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
HOA Includes
Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Hot Water, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Termite, Trash Pickup, Water
Map
Community
- Address1442 Essex Unit 4 San Diego CA
- SubdivisionHillcrest (HC)
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92103
Subdivisions in San Diego
- BAY PARK
- Bayview Heights 570
- CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH
- CARMEL VALLEY
- CITY HEIGHTS
- Civita CIVI
- CLAIREMONT
- Clifton Heights CLFH
- COLLEGE GROVE
- Crestmont CSM
- DEL CERRO
- DOWNTOWN
- Downtown DT
- EAST DEL MAR
- EAST SAN DIEGO
- East Village 400
- Emerald Hills EMER
- ENCANTO
- Hampton Place HAMP
- HILLCREST
- Horizon HORZ
- Knightsbridge KBRG
- LA JOLLA
- LINDA VISTA
- LOGAN HEIGHTS
- MIRA MESA
- MISSION BEACH
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- MISSION HILLS
- MISSION VALLEY
- NORTH PARK
- OCEAN BEACH
- Ocean View Terrace OVTR
- PACIFIC BEACH
- Palacio Del Mar PD
- POINT LOMA
- RANCHO BERNARDO
- Rancho Pacifica 1 261701
- RANCHO PENASQUITOS
- RANCHO SANTA FE
- Regency Villas RGVL
- SABRE SPR
- SAN CARLOS
- SAN DIEGO
- SANTALUZ
- SCRIPPS RANCH
- SERRA MESA
- Smoke Tree SMTR
- SOUTH SD
- Stonecrest 892
- TALMADGE
- TIERRASANTA
- UNIVERSITY CITY
- UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
- Unknown 999
- Walden WAL
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of May 13, 2026
1,702
Single Family Listed
57
Avg DOM
809
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,756,638
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Hillcrest (HC) subdivision, 1442 Essex Unit 4 San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92103. It is listed for $699,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 913 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1984. The current price per square foot is $766. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $809. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,756,638. To schedule a showing of MLS#260011483 at 1442 Essex Unit 4 in San Diego, CA, contact your Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty agent at 6193633000.
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