1265 Essex Street, San Diego, California 92103, San Diego, 92103 - 2 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$745,000$1,088/sqft
1265 Essex Street, San Diego, California 92103
2Beds
2Baths
1,088Sqft
17,424Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
Estimation data not available
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Prime Walkable Location: Phenomenal location in the heart of Hillcrest, offering exceptional walkability to shops, bars, restaurants, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo, enhancing lifestyle and potential rental appeal.
Top Cons:
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =17424, other record lot size in square feet = 17517.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$745.0K vs avg $759.0K ($-14,000)47%
Size:1,088 sqft vs avg 1,122 sqft45%
Price/sqft:$685 vs avg $70842%
More Insights
Built in 1975 (51 years old).
Condition: The property, built in 1975, has undergone extensive and tasteful recent renovations, including new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, modern lighting fixtures, and a fully updated kitchen with Quartz countertops and new stainless steel appliances. The bathrooms also feature modern vanities and fixtures. While the cosmetic updates are comprehensive and make the property move-in ready with a contemporary aesthetic, the underlying major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) of a 1975 build may still be older, preventing an 'Excellent' rating which typically implies all components are new or virtually new within the last 5 years. The 'recent improvements' align well with the 'Good' category's criteria of being extensively renovated within 5 to 15 years.
Year Built
1975
Close
-
List price
$745K
Original List price
$745K
Price/Sqft
$685
HOA
$547
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PTP2600032
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
View-
About this home
Tastefully updated two story townhouse with a private back patio in the heart of Hillcrest. Recent improvements include Quartz kitchen countertops, New stainless steel appliances, New lighting fixtures, New luxury vinyl plank flooring, New interior paint. Phenomenal location within walking distance to shops, bars, restaurants, Balboa Park and the Zoo. Complex has gated access, and a central courtyard. Unit comes with a 1 car garage space and there are open parking spaces in the front parking area. This complex has traditionally had extremely low turnover, so don't let this opportunity pass you by.
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Brent Enderson
Listing Agent
Price History
Date
Event
Price
09/28/00
Sold
$215,000
09/30/97
Sold
$123,500
09/15/94
Sold
$118,500
04/29/22
Sold
$670,000
12/02/04
Sold
$430,000
Condition Rating
Good
The property, built in 1975, has undergone extensive and tasteful recent renovations, including new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh interior paint, modern lighting fixtures, and a fully updated kitchen with Quartz countertops and new stainless steel appliances. The bathrooms also feature modern vanities and fixtures. While the cosmetic updates are comprehensive and make the property move-in ready with a contemporary aesthetic, the underlying major systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) of a 1975 build may still be older, preventing an 'Excellent' rating which typically implies all components are new or virtually new within the last 5 years. The 'recent improvements' align well with the 'Good' category's criteria of being extensively renovated within 5 to 15 years.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Prime Walkable Location: Phenomenal location in the heart of Hillcrest, offering exceptional walkability to shops, bars, restaurants, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo, enhancing lifestyle and potential rental appeal.
Recent Modern Renovations: The townhouse features tasteful recent improvements including Quartz kitchen countertops, new stainless steel appliances, new lighting fixtures, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and new interior paint, making it move-in ready.
Private Outdoor Space: Includes a private back patio, a valuable amenity for a townhouse, providing personal outdoor relaxation or entertaining space.
Secure & Amenity-Rich Complex: The complex offers gated access and a central courtyard, providing security and communal outdoor space for residents.
Dedicated Parking: Comes with a 1-car garage space plus additional open parking in the front area, a significant advantage in a dense urban neighborhood like Hillcrest.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =17424, other record lot size in square feet = 17517.
High Monthly Association Fee: The $547.0 monthly association fee is substantial and adds a significant ongoing cost to homeownership.
Lack of Views: The property explicitly states 'view: None,' which can be a detractor in San Diego, where scenic views often command a premium.
Older Building Infrastructure: Built in 1975, despite recent cosmetic updates, the underlying building systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical, HVAC) may be original or older, potentially leading to future maintenance or replacement costs.