
888 E St #2602
Dbottom 20%San Diego, CA 92101
One license per person in San Diego: whether you can hold it depends on you, not only the home.
37 licensed short-term rentals within ½ mile (32 whole home), from the cities' license and permit lists of Nov 11, 2026.
1 short-term rental license on file in this 90-unit complex, so its HOA has allowed them. Confirm in the CC&Rs: an HOA can ban stays under 30 days (Civ. Code §4741).
Pass at asking: -$16,312/mo full cashflow at 20% down, 7.43% rate.
Works at $546,188 (80% under asking); even all cash loses money at asking.
Rent $8,530/mo from 10 leases in this building ($7,569–$8,923).
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Sqft
1,806
Year Built
2018
Days on Market
96
Property Type
Condo
HOA/mo
$2,373.45
MLS ID
260019298SD
This property is in San Diego (92101). View neighborhood stats →
About This Property
Imagine waking up to a living canvas where the boundaries between sea, sky, and city completely melt away. This 26th-floor northwest corner haven at Pacific Gate commands a continuous, architectural arc of floor-to-ceiling glass that captures San Diego’s ultimate waterfront vantage point. Your daily backdrop sweeps seamlessly from the historic Embarcadero and Point Loma’s rolling hills, across deep-water shipping channels, down to the illuminated curves of the Coronado Bridge. Inside, the open-concept design and versatile den space prioritize effortless flow and panoramic vistas over structural clutter, creating a sophisticated environment anchored by a premium chef's kitchen and a private wine display. Situated at the front edge of the coveted Columbia District, this tower offers a lifestyle akin to a permanent stay at a world-class resort. From the moment the 24/7 doorman greets you or the dedicated Chef Concierge seamlessly handles your day's reservations and personal requests, the experience opens into curated luxury. Enjoy a morning workout in the state-of-the-art fitness deck, an afternoon lounging in a private poolside cabana, or an evening watching the sunset over the Pacific. True urban sophistication means absolute convenience, from pet-friendly perks like an on-site spa to the ultimate maritime indulgence: setting sail via the building’s exclusive private yacht share program with unrestricted ocean access. This is more than an apartment; it is a front-row seat to the very best of downtown waterfront living.
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Est. Monthly Payment
$20,654
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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.
Comparable Properties
5 comps foundThis Property
$8,530
Comp Average
$7,231
888 W E Street
2bd / 2.5ba · 1,806 sqft · Condo
$3.00M
Est. $8,530/mo
888 E Street
2bd / 2.5ba · 1,770 sqft · Condo
$2.55M
Est. $8,444/mo
1388 Kettner Blvd
2bd / 2ba · 1,705 sqft · Condo
$2.40M
Est. $7,028/mo
1388 Kettner Blvd
2bd / 2ba · 1,685 sqft · Condo
$2.19M
Est. $7,325/mo
550 Front Street
2bd / 2.5ba · 1,676 sqft · Condo
$2.50M
Est. $4,826/mo
Comps based on same zip code, similar beds (±1), price range (60-150%).
Investment Score
10 leases in this building · $7,569–$8,923
Rent − PITIA
Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex
What would make this work?
$16,312/mo short at 20% down; +$21,184/mo rent closes it.
- Break-even price
- $546,188
- Break-even rent
- $29,714/mo
- Cashflow at 35% down
- −$13,531/mo
- Down payment to break even
- Not reachable
- Rate to break even
- Not reachable
80% under asking
$21,184/mo above the estimate
Negative even all-cash
Negative even at a 0% loan
Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan
Lower = better for investors
* Modelled at 20% down, 7.43% 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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