$1,250,000For sale
3753 59 N 42nd Street
San Diego, CA 92105 · MLS# NDP2605803
Listing courtesy of Lee & Associates- 0Beds
- 0Baths
- 0Sq Ft
- 1937Year Built
About This Home
We're pleased to present Forty Second Street Apartments, a 5-unit multifamily investment opportunity located at 3753-3759 42nd Street in San Diego, California. Situated on an approximately 7,427 square foot lot, the property consists of three separate residential buildings totaling approximately 3,000 square feet and features a diverse unit mix of (1) four-bedroom/two-bath unit, (1) two-bedroom/one-bath unit, (1) one-bedroom/one-bath unit, and (2) studio units. Originally constructed in 1937, the property offers investors a unique blend of stable cash flow, strong rental demand, and significant value-add potential in the highly sought-after City Heights / Colina Del Sol submarket. The property benefits from separate gas and electric metering, helping reduce operating expenses and improve management efficiency. Additional amenities include two gated parking spaces, a secure gated entry, a communal courtyard, and supplemental income generated through parking revenue. The property's diverse unit mix appeals to a broad tenant base, ranging from individual renters to larger households seeking affordable housing options within central San Diego. Ideally located in the heart of City Heights, the property provides convenient access to major employment centers, shopping, dining, schools, and public transportation. Residents benefit from close proximity to Interstate 15, Interstate 805, Downtown San Diego, Mission Valley, North Park, Kensington, and Balboa Park, making the location highly desirable for commuters and long-term tenants alike. The surrounding neighborhood continues to experience reinvestment and revitalization, supporting strong rental demand and long-term appreciation prospects. With three separate buildings, a favorable unit mix, utility efficiencies, gated parking, and demonstrated rental upside, Forty Second Street Apartments presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking a centrally located San Diego asset with both immediate income and future growth potential. Buyer to verify all property information, including but not limited to square footage, lot size, unit count, unit mix, parking configuration, utility metering, permits, financial information, rental projections, and all other material aspects of the property.
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Property at a Glance: 3753 59 N 42nd Street
This residential income property at 3753 59 N 42nd Street, San Diego, CA 92105 is for sale at $1,250,000. The home has 0 bedrooms, 0 bathrooms and 0 square feet of living space. It was built in 1937 and sits on a lot of 0.17 acres. Reach out to set up a showing or ask for more details about this home.
Snapshot
- Status
- For sale
- Price
- $1,250,000
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 0
- Property Type
- Residential Income
- Year Built
- 1937
- Square Feet
- 0
- Lot Size
- 0.17 acres
- Days on Market
- 63
- MLS #
- NDP2605803
- County
- San Diego
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How this home compares in San Diego
- $643Median per sq ft
- 654Homes for sale like it
- 22Average days on market
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Homes that sold within 1.25 miles of 3753 59 N 42nd Street in the last 6 months, at a median price of $807,000.
| Address | Sold | Home | Sold price | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3817 23 Marlborough Avenue | Aug 13, 2026 | $2,290,000 | 0.1 mi | |
| 3734 43rd Street | May 27, 2026 | $1,675,000 | 0.1 mi | |
| 3645 Marlborough Ave | Sep 14, 2026 | 3 bd · 3 ba · 1,081 sqft | $809,000 | 0.2 mi |
| 3661 43rd 4 | Jun 5, 2026 | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,071 sqft | $587,000 | 0.2 mi |
| 4284 Dwight | Aug 26, 2026 | 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,922 sqft | $805,000 | 0.2 mi |
| 3562 Marlborough Ave. 4 | Oct 5, 2026 | 2 bd · 2 ba · 760 sqft | $452,500 | 0.3 mi |
| 3610 Central Ave | Jul 23, 2026 | 2 bd · 1 ba · 864 sqft | $465,000 | 0.3 mi |
| 3677 Highland | Jun 12, 2026 | 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,654 sqft | $1,085,000 | 0.4 mi |
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Price and status history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2026 | Active | $1,250,000 |
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