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849 22nd St, San Diego, CA, 92102

--beds
21baths
3,024sqft
$2,498,000
$826price/sqft
$15,061/moest. monthly cost
$602,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

"Historic Golden Hill Treasure, 8 Updated Studios Wrapped in Old San Diego Charm." WHAT WE LOVE: This is not your typical 8-unit. It doesn’t feel like a box, it feels like a piece of Golden Hill history that just happens to produce income. Set up like a classic San Diego home with a true street presence, front approach, and multiple outdoor common areas, the property delivers something investors rarely get, character. All eight studios have been variously updated, giving the next owner a clean starting point without the heavy lift. It is the kind of opportunity that checks both sides of the equation, strong usability today with a vibe that tenants actually want to live in, which helps keep demand consistent and turnover low. WHAT WE LOVE (CONT…): Golden Hill has quietly become one of San Diego’s most sought after urban pockets, known for its blend of historic architecture, creative energy, and proximity to everything that matters. Minutes to Downtown, East Village, Balboa Park, and major transit corridors, yet elevated just enough to feel removed from the noise. That balance is exactly why tenants are drawn here. The property itself carries that same duality. From the street, it presents like a classic residence from an earlier era, not a cookie cutter apartment building. The layout creates a more residential feel with usable outdoor spaces, adding to the livability and tenant experience. All units are studio layouts - most with lofts, offering efficient footprints that continue to perform well in rental markets like this where location drives demand. For investors, this is a rare opportunity to own a multi-unit asset that stands apart from the typical inventory. Updated interiors reduce immediate capital needs, while the underlying character and location create long term appeal. Whether the goal is steady income, portfolio diversification, or a strategic hold in one of San Diego’s most dynamic neighborhoods, this property offers a compelling combination of stability, uniqueness, and future upside.

Getting Around

89
WalkingVery Walkable
66
TransitGood Transit
55
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Golden Hill K-8Grades K-81.2 mi
6/10
San Diego High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Materials

  • Roof: Other/Remarks
  • Construction materials: Fully Landscaped,Wood Deck

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bathrooms: 21
  • Full bathrooms: 21

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Wall
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,024
  • Total interior livable area: 3,024 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 5343850300
  • Zoning: R-4:MULTIP
  • Zoning description: R-4:MULTIP

Features

  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,227 sqft

Parking

  • Parking features: None

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $12,631$151,572
Home Insurance *$388$4,656
Property Taxes $1,394$16,728
Electricity $648$7,781
Total$15,061$180,732
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$516,377/yr
40% on housing$451,830/yr
45% on housing$401,626/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.1%
1.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$826This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92102$498
San Diego County$558

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 92102$792
San Diego County$576

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-20Listed for sale$2,600,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJesse Ibanez
BrokerageThe Greenhouse Group Inc

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