3753 42nd Street
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3753 42nd Street

C

San Diego, CA 92105

$1,550,000

Beds

Baths

Sqft

3,000

Year Built

1937

Days on Market

12

Property Type

Multi-Family

HOA/mo

N/A

MLS ID

NDP2605803

This property is in San Diego (92105). View neighborhood stats →

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About This Property

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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Est. Monthly Payment

$9,840

Principal & Interest$7,838
Property Tax$1,550
Insurance$452
%($310,000)
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Location

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Investment Score

0D
Est. Monthly Rent
$3,692
Monthly Cashflow

Rent − PITIA

$-6,148
Full Cashflow

Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex

$-8,288

Mortgage (P+I)
$7,838
Cap Rate
-0.35%
Cash-on-Cash
-32.08%
DSCR

Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan

0.38
Break-even Rent
$14,456

NOI (Annual)
$-5,410
Price-to-Rent

Lower = better for investors

35.0

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

Estimates only. Not financial advice. Verify all figures independently with a licensed professional before making any investment decision.

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