1551 4th Ave

1551 4th Ave #504

D

San Diego, CA 92101

$399,000

Beds

Baths

1

Sqft

523

Year Built

1996

Days on Market

17

Property Type

Condo

HOA/mo

$762.11

MLS ID

260006424SD

Description

Experience the ultimate urban lifestyle at Solara Lofts, perfectly positioned between the historic charm of Cortez Hill and the vibrant culinary scene of Little Italy. This sleek, modern studio is the epitome of functional city living, offering a versatile open-concept floor plan that lives larger than its footprint. The unit features floor-to-ceiling windows with expansive city views, a kitchen featuring rare gas cooking, and a built-in Murphy bed that seamlessly transitions the space from a professional daytime suite to a cozy evening retreat. For the ultimate "move-in ready" experience, the unit is available to be sold fully furnished. Convenience is key with an in-unit washer/dryer, a dedicated storage unit, and an assigned parking space. What truly distinguishes Solara Lofts is its comprehensive wellness and social suite, tailored for an active downtown lifestyle. Residents benefit from a fully equipped fitness center, a soothing sauna, and private massage rooms, alongside the only indoor racquetball court in a downtown residential building. When hosting, the community lounge offers pool tables and—the rarest find in Downtown San Diego—secured guest parking for your visitors. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking for a stylish primary residence or an investor seeking a high-demand property near the Mercato farmers market and Balboa Park, this unit delivers. Walk to San Diego’s best dining, grab a coffee in the Piazza della Famiglia, and return home to a boutique building that balances historic soul with modern utility.

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Est. Monthly Payment

$3,295

Principal & Interest$2,018
Property Tax$399
Insurance$116
HOA$762
%($79,800)
%

Investment Score

3D
Est. Monthly Rent
$2,594
Monthly Cashflow

Rent − PITIA

$-701
Full Cashflow

Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex

$-1,630

Mortgage (P+I)
$2,018
Cap Rate
1.17%
Cash-on-Cash
-24.51%
DSCR

⚠️ Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan

0.79
Break-even Rent
$4,711

NOI (Annual)
$4,653
Price-to-Rent

Lower = better for investors

12.8

* Defaults: 20% down, 6.5% rate, 30yr.

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