Marc Lyman
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Phone: 619-363-3000
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1111 Prospect St Suite 100, La Jolla, CA 92037
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MLS# 260002914 – 3853 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

$1,195,000 - 2Br/2Ba - for Sale in Hillcrest, San Diego
Price: $1,195,000
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 full, 1 half
Living Area SqFt: 1,066
Status: Pending
Property Type: Detached
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Size SqFt: 3,872
Year Built: 1920
Neighborhood: Hillcrest
Days on Website: 35

Courtesy of Realty One Group Pacific, Trevor L. Bodi 619-674-6913

Property Description

Turnkey Historic Craftsman in Prime Hillcrest Mills Act Tax Savings A wonderful renovated and historically designated Craftsman located in the heart of Hillcrest. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is enrolled in the Mills Act, offering significantly reduced property taxes while delivering modern, worry-free living. The home has been extensively remodeled throughout new plumbing, electrical, mini splits, and updated bathrooms. Seamlessly blending classic Craftsman charm with today’s standards. Additional upgrades include: a brand-new driveway, all-new landscaping, and new fencing. A rarity in the heart of hillcrest to offer spacious parking and backyard use. Previously operated as a 5 star rated Airbnb, the property offers proven income potential for investors or flexibility for owner-occupants seeking supplemental revenue (buyer to verify current short-term rental regulations). Zoning is CC-3-10 allowing for flexibility for developers to add ADUS or go the commercial/Residential route. Ideally situated just within walking distance from Hillcrest’s dining, nightlife, Balboa Park, and major medical centers, this home represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of San Diego history with modern infrastructure, tax advantages, and exceptional location.

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Property Details and Features

  • Building
  • “Brick”
  • Built in 1920
  • Building area total: 1066
  • 1 story total
  • Living area: 1066
  • Living area units: Sqft
  • Building area units: Sqft
  • “Craftsman”
  • “Wood”
  • “Drywall Walls”
  • “Glass”
  • “1 Story”
  • Appliances & Equipment
  • “Dishwasher”
  • “Disposal”
  • “Gas Oven”
  • Bathrooms
  • 2 total bathrooms
  • 1 full bathroom
  • 1 half bathroom
  • Bedrooms
  • 2 total bedrooms
  • 2 possible bedrooms
  • Cooling
  • “Electric”
  • “High Efficiency”
  • “Zoned Area(s)”
  • Exterior Features
  • Patio and porch features: “Covered”, “Porch – Front”, “Porch – Rear”
  • Fence
  • “Partial”
  • “Excellent Condition”
  • “Wood”
  • Fireplaces
  • 1 total fireplace
  • “FP in Dining Room”
  • Floors
  • “Tile”
  • “Wood”
  • Water Features
  • Irrigation source: “Automatic”
  • Water source: “Public”
  • Heating
  • “High Efficiency”
  • “Zoned Areas”
  • Laundry
  • “Gas”
  • Listing
  • Listing ID: 260002914
  • List price: $1,195,000
  • 32 days on market
  • Listing contract date: 2026-02-09
  • MLS area major: Metro Uptown
  • Purchase contract date: 2026-03-09
  • Special listing conditions: “N/K”
  • “Cal Vet”
  • “Cash”
  • “Conventional”
  • “FHA”
  • “VA”
  • Location
  • Subdivision: HILLCREST
  • Lot
  • 3,872 size sqft
  • Size area: 0.09
  • Size units: Acres
  • Parking
  • Total: 3
  • “None Known”
  • Pool
  • “N/K”
  • Property
  • Other structures: “N/K”
  • Property subtype: Detached
  • Property type: Residential
  • Zoning: CC-3-10
  • “Turnkey”
  • “Updated/Remodeled”
  • “N/K”
  • Roof
  • “Shingle”
  • Security Features
  • “Security Lights”
  • Sewer
  • “Sewer Connected”
  • Spa
  • “N/K”

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$1,195,000 – 3853 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

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