510 1st Ave #805
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510 1st Ave #805

Btop 30%

San Diego, CA 92101

$799,000
STR: check · no permits in this complex · TOT 13.75%

108 licensed short-term rentals within ½ mile (88 whole home), from the cities' license and permit lists of Nov 13, 2026.

No unit in this 74-unit complex holds a short-term rental license, so nothing shows its HOA allows them. Get the CC&Rs before counting on short-term income.

Pass at asking: -$3,072/mo full cashflow at 20% down, 7.36% rate.

Works at $396,947 (50% under asking), or at 76% down.

Rent $6,314/mo from 1 lease in this building (±1 bed).

Beds

2

Baths

2

Sqft

1,245

Year Built

2002

Days on Market

148

Property Type

Condo

HOA/mo

$1,828

MLS ID

260014819SD

This property is in San Diego (92101). View neighborhood stats →

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About This Property

Stunning northwest corner Bay view residence in the highly desirable South Tower at Horizons. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features floor-to-ceiling windows, fresh paint, premium flooring, a fireplace, and two private balconies with panoramic bay and city skyline views. The kitchen offers granite countertops and newer stainless steel appliances. Additional highlights include two secured parking spaces and a private storage unit. Located in the heart of the Marina District, just steps from the waterfront, Seaport Village, Petco Park, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Ideally located in the heart of the Marina District, Horizons offers an unbeatable downtown lifestyle just steps from the New Children’s Museum, Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade, Seaport Village, Petco Park, the Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Bay, and the Marina. A children’s park and dog park are located directly behind the community. Resort-style amenities include a pool, spa, BBQ area, fitness center, concierge, security, billiard room, conference and club rooms, and 16 guest parking spaces. Everyday convenience is built in with retailers just an elevator ride away, including a bank, dry cleaner, Postal Annex, coffee shop, and more. The building has been refreshed with beautifully remodeled lobbies, upgraded hallways, and new unit doors with keypad access, all within walking distance to transit, dining, shopping, and Ralphs Signature Market.

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Est. Monthly Payment

$7,268

Principal & Interest$4,408
Property Tax$799
Insurance$233
HOA$1,828
%($159,800)
%
Loan Term

Location

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Zoned Schools

  • Elementary

    Washington Elementary · grades PK-5 · San Diego Unified

  • Middle

    Roosevelt International Middle · grades 6-8 · San Diego Unified

  • High

    San Diego High · grades 9-12 · San Diego Unified

The district's assigned schools for this parcel, from its attendance boundaries and rules. Boundaries change: confirm with the district before you buy.

Investment Score

45B
Est. Monthly Rent
$6,314

1 lease in this building (±1 bed)

Blended 50/50 with a property-level estimate

Thin data: only 1 lease behind this number.

A property-level estimate runs more than 25% below what comparable homes leased for ($7,709). Treat this rent with extra care.

Monthly Cashflow

Rent − PITIA

-$954
Full Cashflow

Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex

-$3,072

What would make this work?

$3,072/mo short at 20% down; 76% down or +$3,990/mo rent closes it.

Break-even price

50% under asking

$396,947
Break-even rent

$3,990/mo above the estimate

$10,304/mo
Cashflow at 35% down
−$2,246/mo
Down payment to break even

$607,240 cash

76%
Rate to break even

Negative even at a 0% loan

Not reachable

Mortgage (P+I)
$4,408
Cap Rate
2.48%
Cash-on-Cash
-23.07%
DSCR

Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan

0.87

NOI (Annual)
$19,820
Price-to-Rent

Lower = better for investors

10.5

* Modelled at 20% down, 7.36% rate, 30yr · vacancy 8% · PM 10% · capex 5% · maintenance 1%/yr.

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

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BCashflow−$3,072/mo