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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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Property Details

Building
Property Type: Residential Income
Year Built: 1937
Land
Lot Size: 0.17 acres
Lot Features: Rectangular Lot
Money
County: San Diego
HOA: Not provided
HOA Fee: $0 (frequency not provided)
Rooms
Laundry: None
Structures
Garage Spaces: 0
Pool: None
Systems
Sewer: Public Sewer

Living in San Diego, CA

3753 59 N 42nd Street is in San Diego, CA, in San Diego County. Ask Brad & Karen Mattonen about other homes for sale in San Diego and what nearby homes have sold for.

Location

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Estimated Monthly Payment$6,321
$1,000,000Loan Amount
$250,000Down Payment
$1,275,445Total Interest

Principal and interest only. Taxes, insurance and HOA dues are extra.

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Local facts

Facts and context beyond the MLS description

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Current market context

How this home compares in San Diego

  • $643Median per sq ft
  • 668Homes for sale like it
  • 2Average days on market

Nearby sold homes

Recent sold homes near this property

Homes that sold within 1.25 miles of 3753 59 N 42nd Street in the last 6 months, at a median price of $696,000.

AddressSoldHomeSold priceDistance
3817 23 Marlborough AvenueAug 13, 2026$2,290,0000.1 mi
3734 43rd StreetMay 27, 2026$1,675,0000.1 mi
3645 Marlborough AveSep 14, 20263 bd · 3 ba · 1,081 sqft$809,0000.2 mi
3661 43rd 4Jun 5, 20263 bd · 2 ba · 1,071 sqft$587,0000.2 mi
4284 DwightAug 26, 20264 bd · 3 ba · 1,922 sqft$805,0000.2 mi
3604 43rd StMay 8, 20261 bd · 1 ba · 535 sqft$580,0000.2 mi
3562 Marlborough Ave. 4Oct 5, 20262 bd · 2 ba · 760 sqft$452,5000.3 mi
3610 Central AveJul 23, 20262 bd · 1 ba · 864 sqft$465,0000.3 mi

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Listing timeline

Price and status history

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2026Active$1,250,000

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