3890 37th, San Diego, California 92105, San Diego, 92105 - 2 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$875,000
3890 37th, San Diego, California 92105
2Beds
2Baths
1,689Sqft
3,058Lot
Year Built
1990
Close
-
List price
$875K
Original List price
$900K
Price/Sqft
$518
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
AR25254269
Home ConditionGood
Features
Patio
ViewNeighborhood
About this home
We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $875.0K(43th), sqft - 1689(50th), beds - 2(57th), baths - 2(57th).
Excellent investment opportunity! This duplex features two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units, one upstairs and one downstairs,each with separate entrances and individual electric meters. A detached rear building provides laundry hookups, power, and storage for added functionality / possible conversion. The property includes off-street parking (3 spaces) and is situated just off University Avenue between the 805 and 15 freeways, offering quick access to shopping, dining, transit and downtown San Diego. Building and units have been professionally managed and maintained. The property has a strong rental history, providing immediate income potential and long-term upside for investors, whether you’re looking to buy and hold, live in one unit and rent the other, or explore redevelopment options.
Nearby schools
4/10
Cherokee Point Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
7/10
Edison Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.3mi
3/10
Central Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
4/10
Joyner Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
4/10
Franklin Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
7/10
Normal Heights Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
5/10
Adams Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
4/10
Rosa Parks Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
9/10
McKinley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
6/10
Jefferson Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
6/10
Hamilton Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
5/10
Euclid Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
8/10
Garfield Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
5/10
Ibarra Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
6/10
Marshall Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
3/10
Fay Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.7mi
7/10
Rowan Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.8mi
5/10
Webster Elementary School
Public,•K-6•2.1mi
7/10
Chollas/Mead Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.8mi
4/10
Wilson Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.3mi
3/10
Clark Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.0mi
4/10
Mann Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.0mi
5/10
Roosevelt International Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.1mi
4/10
Golden Hill K-8
Public,•K-8•2.2mi
2/10
Millennial Tech Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.7mi
8/10
Lewis Middle School
Public,•6-8•3.8mi
3/10
Memorial Scholars & Athletes School
Public,•6-8•3.8mi
5/10
Hoover High School
Public,•9-12•1.0mi
4/10
Crawford High School
Public,•9-12•2.1mi
4/10
Lincoln High School
Public,•9-12•3.4mi
8/10
Patrick Henry High School
Public,•9-12•4.8mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/16/25
Price Change
$875,000-2.8%
11/14/25
Listing
$900,000
06/18/01
Sold
$170,000
05/21/01
Sold
$170,000
Condition Rating
Good
Built in 1990, this duplex has undergone recent interior updates, making it move-in ready. Both units feature updated white shaker-style kitchen cabinets, new LVP flooring in main living areas, kitchens, and bathrooms, and fresh paint throughout. Bathrooms include updated vanities. While major systems are functional and well-maintained as per the description, the property retains older white appliances, basic light fixtures, wall-mounted heating (no central HVAC), and carpet in bedrooms, preventing an 'Excellent' rating. However, the significant recent cosmetic renovations elevate it beyond 'Fair'.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Elementary School: McKinley Elementary School (9/10).
Duplex Configuration & Income Potential: This property features two 1-bedroom, 1-bath units with separate entrances and individual electric meters, providing immediate income potential and long-term upside for investors.
Strategic Location & Accessibility: Situated just off University Avenue between the 805 and 15 freeways, offering quick access to shopping, dining, transit, and downtown San Diego.
Value-Add Opportunity: A detached rear building provides laundry hookups, power, and storage, presenting potential for conversion into an additional unit or enhanced functionality.
Proven Rental History & Management: The building and units have been professionally managed and maintained, boasting a strong rental history that indicates reliability and ease of transition for a new owner.
Flexible Investment Options: The property supports various investment strategies, including buy-and-hold, owner-occupancy with rental income, or exploring redevelopment options.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =3058, other record lot size in square feet = 2473.
Limited Unit Size: Both units are 1-bedroom, 1-bath, which may appeal to a specific tenant demographic but could limit the overall tenant pool and potential rental income compared to multi-bedroom units.
Modest Lot Size: The 3,058 sqft lot is relatively small, potentially restricting significant future expansion or the development of extensive outdoor amenities.
Recent Price Reduction: The property recently experienced a price drop from $900,000 to $875,000, which could indicate initial overpricing or a need to stimulate buyer interest.