705 Harbison Avenue, National City, California 91950, National City, 91950 - 2 bed, 2 bath
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705 Harbison Avenue
National City, California 91950
ACTIVE
CONDITION: FAIR
2Beds
2Baths
1,200Sq Ft
7,400Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$885,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$826,992
7% AboveMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $885,000—positioned well above the $826,992 Fair Market Value by -7%. While the current pricing reflects a premium, the 7,400 sqft lot offers significant ADU & Expansion Potential for long-term value creation. With a Condition Rating of 4, the home requires modernization, making it a strategic asset for those looking to force appreciation. This is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Contractors focused on maximizing land utility in a central National City location.
Estimated Market Value
$826,992
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in National City.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 705 Harbison Avenue Subject | $885,000* List Price | 2 | 2 | 1,200 | $689 | - |
A 2526 Melrose Street Sold | $736,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,088 | $676 | 0.5 mi |
B 24 N Harbison Ave Sold | $650,000 | 3 | 1 | 900 | $722 | 0.5 mi |
C 1434 Manchester St Sold | $860,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,523 | $565 | 0.5 mi |
D 34 N Clairmont Active | $799,900 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,427 | $561 | 0.6 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Fair
TeardownExcellent
Property is moderate renovation needed.
The property was built in 1958 and appears dated throughout. While the bathroom has a functional, newer vanity, the overall condition of the exterior, systems, and yard suggests the home is over 20 years old without a comprehensive renovation. The listing's emphasis on lot size and ADU potential further indicates that the existing structure requires modernization and minor repairs to meet current market standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 7400, living area = 1200.
- ADU & Expansion Potential
The oversized 7,400 sqft lot provides a significant opportunity for future expansion or the addition of a full-size Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), maximizing the property's long-term investment value.
- Strategic Location
Ideally situated in National City, the property offers exceptional convenience with close proximity to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and schools, including Ira Harbison School just 0.09 miles away.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Information Discrepancies
There is a conflict between the data fields (2 beds) and the description (3 beds), requiring buyers to perform extensive due diligence to verify the accuracy of the permitted living space.
- Aging Infrastructure
Built in 1958, the property likely requires modernization of its original systems and cosmetic updates to meet current market standards and buyer expectations.
About 705 Harbison Avenue
Motivated Sellers and will consider ALL Reasonable Offers. 3-Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms house with a huge lot for future expansion including a full size Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Conveniently located property in National City near shopping, restaurants, hospital and schools. Buyers to perform their own due diligence as to the accuracy of the information stated herein.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1958
- Lot Size
- 7,400 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
National City Unified Schools
Ira Harbison School
Grades K-6 • 0.1 mi
3/10
Palmer Way
Grades K-6 • 0.4 mi
6/10
Nye Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
8/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.2 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 1,200 | 1,425.2 |
| Lot Size | 7,400 | 7,926.16 |
| Price | $885.0K | $758.4K |
| Price per sq ft | $738 | $603 |
| Built year | 1958 | 1954 |
| HOA | $0 | $168 |
| Days on market | 48 | 40 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Jul 23, 2026
$885,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Jul 3, 2014
$285,000
Public Record