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$839,900

1278 Pacific Beach Unit 3, San Diego, CA 92109

2Beds
2Baths
1,032Sq ft
1974Built
5,740Lot sq ft

Listed by Marcel G Bonee, Mission Realty Group · 858-314-9138

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About this home

MOTIVATED SELLER will pay up to 1 year of HOA dues for buyers with acceptable offer!! Beautifully renovated, elevator-served, 2nd floor Pacific Beach condo. Ideally located just blocks from the sand, this move-in ready unit also has TWO dedicated parking spots - including a 1-car garage; a rare find in Pacific Beach. This is a perfect opportunity for a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. Short-term rentals are currently unrestricted by the HOA! Inside, you’ll find in-unit laundry, fresh interior paint, new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, updated doors and hardware, mirrored closet doors in the bedrooms, and all-new lighting including recessed can lighting, modern fixtures, and ceiling fans. The home also features new dual-pane windows, and three new electric wall heaters. The fully renovated kitchen showcases white oak shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a new sink and fixtures, stainless steel appliances, and a garbage disposal—designed for both style and functionality. The spacious primary suite features an upgraded bathroom with a new vanity, modern fixtures, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower. The secondary bathroom has also been fully refreshed with a new vanity, upgraded fixtures, and a new acrylic shower/tub combination. Located in an 8-unit gated and self-managed building, the property offers privacy and a close-knit community feel. A rare opportunity to own a freshly updated coastal retreat in one of San Diego’s most sought-after beach communities.

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Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$814Price per sq ft
$500/moHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
5,740 sq ftLot · 0.13 acres
1 garage + 1Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
197452 years old
149Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,032 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsKitchenLiving RoomPrimary BedroomPrimary Bathroom
AppliancesDishwasherGarage Door OpenerRange/OvenRefrigeratorElectric RangeCounter Top
FlooringLaminate
Interior featuresBalconyBathtubCeiling Fan
LaundryElectric, Washer Hookup
AccessibilityNone

Room sizes

Primary bedroom13 × 14 ft
Bedroom 211 × 11 ft
Living room15 × 17 ft
Dining room8 × 12 ft
Kitchen8 × 8 ft

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingWall/Gravity (Natural Gas)
WaterMeter on Property, Public
SewerSewer Connected, Public Sewer
UtilitiesElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected

Exterior & lot

Lot size5,740 sq ft (0 (Common Interest))
Patio & porchBalcony

Construction

Year built1974
ConditionRepairs Cosmetic, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofConcrete
SecurityGated CommunityCarbon Monoxide Detectors
Shared wallsEnd Unit

Parking

Garage spaces1
Other spaces1
Total spaces2
Parking featuresAssignedDetachedGarageGarage - Front EntryGarage - Single DoorGarage Door Opener

HOA, fees & community

HOA dues$500 a month
Total monthly fees$500
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
AssociationMission Bay Shores West
ComplexMission Bay Shores
AmenitiesCall for Rules
Community featuresPet Restrictions
PetsAllowed w/Restrictions
Known restrictionsCC&R's

Schools

DistrictSan Diego Unified School Distric

Property & listing details

Home typeCondominium
ZoningR-1:SINGLE
Parcel number (APN)423-262-14-03
NeighborhoodPacific Beach
Subdivision / tractPACIFIC BEACH
MLS areaCoastal South
Unit3
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional, VA
Listed onJul 5, 2026
Original list price$949,900
Last price changeNov 2, 2026
Days on market149
MLS #260012959

Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.

Price & status history

DateEventPrice
Jul 5, 2026Listed for sale$949,900
Off-market · not on Zillow, Redfin or the MLS

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What it costs to own

Your estimated monthly cost

— / month
Principal & interest—
Property tax (1.251% a year)—
Home insurance (California average)—
HOA dues$500
Income needed (housing at 28% of gross pay)—
Down payment—
Property tax for the year—

Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.

Rent vs. buy

Typical rent in 92109 is about $3,272/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.

Home values in 92109
+2%1 year
+23%5 years
+87%10 years

Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County City of San Diego rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros

This home vs. its market

Pacific Beach is a Balanced market

4.3 months of inventory for condos in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.

$814Price per sq ft (area: $741, 10% above)
149 daysOn market (area median: 42 days)
$848,000Area median condo price (−32% vs last year)
97%Of list price that sellers got

Price reduced $110,000 from the original list price.

Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, condos in ZIP 92109, compiled by Jeff Brick.

The neighborhood

Living in Pacific Beach

$1,410,000Median sale price
60Avg. days on market
53Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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Schools

Schools for this home

DistrictSan Diego Unified School Distric

Schools as listed in SDMLS. Confirm enrollment boundaries with the school district.

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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 1:11 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

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