1525 27 S 42nd Street

Property Overview

Detached two-unit duplex in San Diego's Shelltown neighborhood, offering a straightforward value-add opportunity for the right buyer. The property includes a 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit and a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit on a 5,927 SF lot, zoned CN-1-3. Current income sits well below market rent, giving a new owner meaningful upside through rent growth alone, with no rezoning or redevelopment required. The site's zoning also suggests potential capacity for a third unit, subject to City verification of parking, setbacks, and other development standards, along with flexibility for small-scale, neighborhood-serving commercial use. Located less than five miles from Downtown San Diego, with easy access to I-5, the San Diego Trolley Blue Line, and the Route 929 bus. Detached two-unit product like this is increasingly hard to find in this corridor. A full video and photography marketing package, including additional photos, rent roll detail, and property information, is available for interested parties. Contact Ivan Del Muro-Garcia at 619.623.2132 or idmg@lee-associates.com for offering details, or to see what else is currently available in San Diego multifamily. Buyer to independently verify all information including square footage, zoning, year built, and development potential.

Home Details

Property type: Residential Income - Duplex
Year built: 1940
Lot size: 5,297 sq ft
Parking: 1 spaces
Carport: 1 spaces
Stories: 1
Days on market: 68
MLS status: Active
Zoning: CN-1-3

Features & Amenities

Pool

None

Lot

Thirty One To Thirty Five Units Acre

Community, Schools & Utilities

Utilities

Sewer: PublicSewer

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Location & Neighborhood

San Diego, CA 92113

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1525 27 S 42nd Street

Property type: Residential Income

The current asking price is $765,000. Pricing is subject to change and may vary based on market conditions, negotiations, and property updates. Contact our team to verify current pricing.

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This property offers the living space reported in the listing. It was built in 1940. Review the listing details and disclosures, then independently verify material features before making a decision.

The property is in San Diego, California. Review the map, visit at relevant times of day, and verify schools, commute routes, services, noise, hazards, and local rules for the exact address.

Financing depends on the buyer, lender, property type, condition, appraisal, insurance, and association documents. A qualified lender can confirm available programs and costs for this San Diego property.

The MLS currently reports the property as Active. It has been listed for 68 days. Status can change, so verify availability before relying on it.