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$724,999
3 Beds 2 Baths PTP2604146 MLS Active Status
Rare Multigenerational Opportunity with Canyon Views, Privacy, and Income Potential! Welcome to 3211 & 3211 1/2 Menlo Ave — a unique duplex property nestled on an expansive 13,400+ sqft canyon lot offering flexibility, privacy, and endless possibilities. Whether you're looking for space for extended family, multigenerational living, adult children, college students, or the opportunity to live in one unit while generating supplemental income from the other, this property offers options that are increasingly difficult to find in San Diego. Tucked away in a peaceful canyon setting with beautiful views and no rear neighbors, this property provides a sense of privacy and seclusion while still being centrally located with convenient access throughout San Diego. Property features include: • Duplex with two separate living spaces • Expansive 13,400+ sqft lot • Private canyon setting with scenic views and added privacy • Dual access from Menlo Ave and rear access from 47th Street • Opportunity for owner-occupants to offset mortgage expenses with rental income • Flexible layout ideal for extended families, aging parents, adult children, or supplemental income • Value-add opportunity to personalize, renovate, or create additional possibilities over time Located in central San Diego’s 92105 corridor, you'll enjoy convenient access to shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, major freeways, and employment centers while still enjoying the peaceful feeling that canyon properties provide. This is more than just a duplex — it’s an opportunity to create flexibility for your future, keep family close, reduce monthly expenses, and own a property with possibilities that traditional homes simply cannot offer. Rarely does a property combine privacy, views, lot size, location, and flexible living options quite like this.

3211 Menlo Avenue, San Diego

$3,695,000
PTP2603001 MLS Pending Status
Discover a compelling value-add investment opportunity at 2901–2921 Columbia Street — an 11-unit multifamily perfectly positioned in the heart of Middletown, one of Metro San Diego's most sought-after and consistently resilient neighborhoods. This is your chance to acquire a well-located asset in a submarket that continues to attract strong renter demand and long-term appreciation potential. Offered exclusively by JP Equity Real Estate, this RM-2-5 zoned corner lot offers significant upside potential for investors looking to increase current rents and even higher through unit upgrades or explore future development possibilities. Middleton is surrounded by Mission Hills, Hillcrest, Bankers Hill and Little Italy and is a 4-minute walk from the trolley stop. The property itself is well-maintained, providing stable in-place income while an investor executes their value-add strategy. Key features include a desirable unit mix with many units enjoying panoramic views of the bay and downtown skyline, most units with balconies and/or patios, mature landscaping, 12 parking spaces, triple-pane windows, a pitch composition roof, a carport with attached storage, and common laundry facilities — all set on an elevated lot that enhances privacy and street presence. The current owners have been generous stewards of their tenants, holding rents conservatively below market across all unit types —averaging 40% below prevailing market rates. One-bed units running $1,335–$1,550 against a market of $2,200–$2,600 and two-bed units at $2,400–$2,500 against a market of $2,800–$3,400. The crown jewel is a 1,418 SF three-bed/two-bath unit currently at $2,550 — well below its market potential of $3,800–$4,500 — which could also be positioned as a stunning owner-occupant residence.

2901 2921 Columbia Street, San Diego

$1,200,000
NDP2603053 MLS Active Status
CITY HEIGHTS DUPLEX | R-2 ZONED | IMMEDIATE INCOME + EXTRAORDINARY DEVELOPMENT UPSIDE Few opportunities arrive with this much aligned in your favor. A fully remodeled, income-producing R-2 zoned duplex on a 5,178 square foot lot, positioned in the heart of one of San Diego's most powerfully appreciating urban corridors, this is the kind of generational asset that sophisticated investors recognize immediately and move on decisively. City Heights is not emerging. It has emerged. The Mid-City submarket is experiencing a transformation that is redefining land values, reshaping the streetscape, and rewarding those who had the vision to act early. This property does not sit on the sidelines of that story. It sits at the center of it. Both units were comprehensively remodeled in 2022 to a standard that today's discerning residents expect and deserve. The upper level unfolds across approximately 950 square feet of beautifully appointed living space, offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a sweeping open concept layout, custom quartz countertops, a stylish breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and the coveted convenience of in-unit laundry. The lower unit presents approximately 850 square feet of equally refined living, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a private fenced yard that creates a genuine sense of arrival, and a dedicated laundry closet. Both residences feature individually fenced outdoor retreats and climate controlled comfort through wall and window air conditioning. These are not afterthought finishes. They are the details that attract quality long term residents and keep them. The leases in place and the income figures speak for themselves. The investment opportunity extends well beyond today's cash flow. The R-2 designation, layered with the City of San Diego's landmark ADU ordinance and its aggressive multi-family densification framework, transforms this lot into a genuine development platform. The paths forward are multiple and meaningful. Add accessory dwelling units and multiply your income streams. Maximize the allowable density envelope and reposition the asset for the next decade. The Mid-City Community Plan places this site squarely within the city's highest priority transit-oriented infill zones, which means policy, infrastructure, and capital are all moving in the same direction you are. The risk profile is equally compelling. Flood, fire, and wind exposure each score a remarkable 1 out of 10, supporting clean underwriting and favorable insurance economics. Hamilton Elementary, rated 8 out of 10, anchors the neighborhood's family appeal. Major freeways, thriving employment centers, and robust public transit connections are all within easy reach, fundamentals that sustain demand, validate comparable sales, and strengthen every exit strategy on your model. Whether you are a 1031 exchange buyer seeking a pristine capital preservation vehicle, a value-add investor ready to build on a turnkey foundation, or a developer strategically assembling a land position in one of Southern California's most supply-constrained and policy-favored urban infill markets, this is the opportunity that belongs at the top of your underwriting queue. Assets that unite immediate income, institutional quality finishes, zoning optionality, and locational irreplaceability at this price point are extraordinarily rare. When they appear, the window is brief. The numbers are exceptional. The upside is undeniable. The time to act is now.

2351 53 Modesto Street, San Diego

$1,125,000
4 Beds 2 Baths PTP2602147 MLS Pending Status
This property presents a rare chance to capitalize on San Diego's thriving rental market — and uniquely, it starts generating income from day one. The existing 1,279 SF front home has been fully remodeled from top to bottom — new kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, owner solar with tesla battery and more — and is currently tenant-occupied, meaning an incoming buyer steps into immediate cash flow while the ADU plans work through the approval process. Plans for four brand-new ADUs — two 650 SF and two 430 SF units across two detached duplexes — are well into the approval process, giving an incoming buyer a significant head start toward five total income-producing units on a single lot, without the years of groundwork typically required to get here. The design is thoughtful and built to attract quality tenants from day one — modern finishes, private entries, in-unit laundry, and efficient ductless HVAC in every unit. Once stabilized, the project is positioned to generate strong monthly cash flow across all five units in a neighborhood where rental demand is consistent, vacancy is low, and new construction commands a premium. Tucked in the heart of Clairemont Mesa with frontage on both Barstow Street and Roscrea Avenue, the property is minutes from USD, UCSD, Mission Bay, Fashion Valley, and every major employment corridor in the county via the I-5 and I-805 — the kind of location that makes units easy to fill and easy to keep filled. Whether you're a seasoned developer ready to carry the plans across the finish line or a growing investor looking to build a high-performing multi-unit asset, the hard work here is already well underway. A straightforward opportunity in one of San Diego's most dependable rental neighborhoods.

5372 Barstow Street, San Diego

$2,439,000
5 Beds 4 Baths NDP2602637 MLS Active Status
This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom single-family home at 4811 E Alder Dr offers 3,222 sq ft of beautifully renovated living space on a private 0.57-acre canyon view lot in Kensington, San Diego, CA 92116 — with no HOA, an attached 2-car garage, driveway parking for four total vehicles, and one of the most adaptable and income-flexible floor plans available in this zip code at this price tier. Originally built in 1943 and extensively renovated throughout, the home delivers the timeless architectural character that defines Kensington while meeting every demand of modern California living — from open-concept main-level entertaining to a fully self-sufficient lower-level income-producing ADU-style suite with a private exterior entrance. Step inside the grand foyer and you are immediately welcomed by beamed ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace anchoring a sun-drenched living room measuring 25 by 16 feet — the kind of gracious entry that sets this Kensington, San Diego home apart from anything in the 92116 market at a comparable price. The renovated chef's kitchen features a professional 6-burner gas range, premium stainless appliances, a breakfast bar, and an open layout connecting directly to a formal dining room — designed equally for quiet weeknight dinners and large-scale entertaining. Three bedrooms occupy the main level, including an oversized primary suite measuring 375 square feet with a private en-suite bathroom — a rare footprint in this neighborhood. Step outside from the main living areas and you will find a resort-caliber backyard anchored by a gas-heated in-ground pool, multiple outdoor gathering areas shaded by mature trees, and sweeping canyon views that carry across the tree line — the kind of San Diego indoor-outdoor living that buyers from Los Angeles, the Bay Area, and Seattle consistently name as the single feature that finalizes their relocation decision. The fully fenced 0.57-acre lot provides rare privacy: no neighboring structure is visible from the pool deck or canyon-view terrace, making this backyard a genuinely private retreat within one of San Diego's most walkable and culturally vibrant urban neighborhoods. The lower level delivers versatility in every direction — a spacious family entertainment room, a wine room with custom racking, and a sunlit bonus sunroom equally suited as a home gym, art studio, yoga space, or private office for the remote-working buyer relocating from a higher-cost metro. Most significantly, the lower level houses a fully private income-producing ADU-style suite with its own spacious bedroom, full bathroom, kitchenette, and dedicated separate exterior entrance — a self-sufficient unit ready to generate rental income to offset carrying costs, host extended family with complete privacy, or operate as a short-term rental in the heart of 92116. For buyers relocating to San Diego from Los Angeles, the Bay Area, Seattle, or major East Coast metros, 4811 E Alder Dr represents a combination genuinely difficult to replicate at this price point: a renovated 1943 character home with full modern upgrades, no HOA, estate-scale lot, ADU income flexibility, canyon views, a heated pool, a wine room, and immediate walkable access to the independent restaurants, wine bars, and coffee culture of Adams Avenue — the commercial corridor that has made Kensington one of San Diego's most consistently in-demand zip codes. The property is zoned for Franklin Elementary School, Lewis Middle School, and Patrick Henry High School — all within San Diego Unified School District and within 0.6 miles of the front door. Private showings available by appointment. Visit https://thewrightgroupsd.com/properties/4811-e-alder-drive-san-diego-ca-92116-ndp2602637 for the full video tour, Matterport 3D walkthrough, and architectural floor plans.

4811 E Alder Drive, San Diego

$860,000
2 Beds 2 Baths OC26024952 MLS Active Status
BACK ON MARKET!! LOCATION, LOCATION, for this "Seven Oaks" One Level with a TRUE PANORAMIC VIEW from ALL rear windows and slider, as well as no neighbors across the street looking out from the front porch and kitchen into an extra VIEW! The view is compelling and must be experienced in person, the pictures don't do it justice! The interior offers a double door, formal entry, a formal living room, a dining area open to the living room, and an EXPANDED, permitted family room with a beamed ceiling; an access to a laundry room with side by side washer and dryer and sink, a second door from the laundry gives access into the garage which has a workshop area with a workbench and access to the front; a primary suite with a newly updated bathroom, and a secondary bedroom with a recently updated hallway bath. Upgrades and improvements include but are not limited to custom tile flooring, upgraded looped carpet in the bedrooms and family room, tall baseboards and crown molding, a recessed, tray ceiling in the kitchen with crown molding and custom tile counters, a new garbage disposal, a stainless steel sink, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and newer fixtures and hardware, Quartz counters in the bathrooms, recessed lighting, new toilets, all new sinks, tiled tub enclosure, mirrors, and medicine cabinet. There are newer verticals and blinds for minimal maintenance, 2 ceiling fans, mirrored wardrobes, tall baseboards, newer paneled interior doors, recessed lighting, and more! The exterior offers a freshly painted roll-up garage door and touch up paint at front, a professionally landscaped front and rear yard with sprinklers to plants set on timers, and a colorful curb appeal with succulents in early Spring bloom for the discerning buyer. The rear yard has a huge stamped concrete patio to relax on in the shade of the afternoon hours, as well as the kitchen window allows for a breeze to blow through while looking up the street at the front. Local amenities include the Bernardo Winery established in 1898, as well as the luxurious Rancho Bernardo Inn. This home is a must see!!

16445 Roca Drive, San Diego

$799,000
3 Beds 2 Baths SW26046388 MLS Active Status
Motivated Seller, will consider all reasonable offers! CALL NOW FOR A PERSONAL SHOWING!! This home is turnkey the days on market are not a reflection of the condition of the house. Enjoy San Diego Living at Its Finest! This beautiful, turnkey single-story home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience—all with a thoughtfully designed floor plan that maximizes space and functionality. Energy efficiency is a major bonus with 14 owned solar panels, helping keep your electric bills to a minimum. As an extra bonus the WASHER, DRYER and REFRIGERATOR are all INCLUDED! Inside, you’ll find three generously sized bedrooms and two fully updated bathrooms. The primary suite features a stunning walk-in shower and modern cabinetry, creating a spa-like retreat. The secondary bathroom offers a tub/shower combination with attractive neutral tile that complements the updated countertops. The kitchen has been tastefully upgraded with updated countertops, stainless steel appliances, and well-maintained cabinetry—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious living room showcases real hardwood floors and updated windows that fill the home with natural light. In fact, all windows throughout the home have been upgraded. One of the standout features of this property is that all three bedrooms offer direct access to the private backyard. Recently updated with artificial turf, the backyard provides a spacious, low-maintenance setting perfect for entertaining family and friends. The front yard also features tasteful, drought-friendly landscaping for added curb appeal with minimal upkeep. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown San Diego, North Park, South Park, and Coronado, this home offers easy access to some of the area’s most desirable destinations. You’re also approximately 20–30 minutes from Mission Bay, local beaches, and SeaWorld. This move-in-ready home truly has it all. Call today to schedule your private showing—you’ll be glad you did!

2522 Baily Avenue, San Diego

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