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Off-marketCompass Private Exclusive$2,295,0005 bd · 3 ba · 2,448 sq ftNear Point Loma · 92107
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For saleBalanced MarketHillcrest · 3.3 months of houses for sale · typical home sells in 9 daysMarket report 98 days on market · MLS# 260019113
$1,300,000
4171 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
3Beds
2Baths
1,197Sq ft
1947Built
Listed by Joseph T Bostaph, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties · 480-452-7896
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About this home
Welcome to 4171 First Avenue, a beautifully renovated 3-bed, 2-bath home in the heart of Hillcrest, offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern living. Step inside to find an open, light-filled floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint, recessed lighting, and stylish finishes throughout. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and ample counter space—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite includes vaulted ceilings and a stunning en suite bath. Enjoy year-round comfort with central heating and air, plus the convenience of an indoor laundry room and detached one-car garage. Outside, a landscaped front yard and cozy backyard with lemon trees create an inviting space to relax or host gatherings. Located just steps from Hillcrest’s vibrant restaurants, shops, and cafes, and minutes from Balboa Park, Downtown, and several major hospitals—including Scripps Mercy, UCSD Medical Center, and Rady Children’s—this home offers exceptional walkability and a lifestyle that’s hard to beat.
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Home facts
Everything SDMLS reports for this home$1,086Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
1 garage + 2Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
194779 years old
98Days on market
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,197 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsDining AreaFamily RoomKitchenLiving RoomPrimary BedroomLaundry
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorGas RangeCounter Top
Room sizes
Primary bedroom14 × 16 ft
Bedroom 211 × 8 ft
Bedroom 311 × 11 ft
Living room19 × 11 ft
Dining room8 × 7 ft
Kitchen10 × 8 ft
Heating, cooling & utilities
HeatingForced Air Unit (Electric)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected
Exterior & lot
Lot size1-3,999 SF
FencingWood
Construction
Year built1947
Exterior wallsStucco, Vinyl Siding
RoofComposition
Parking
Garage spaces1
Other spaces2
Total spaces3
Parking featuresDetached
HOA, fees & community
HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
Known restrictionsCC&R's
Property & listing details
Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
Parcel number (APN)444-502-05-00
NeighborhoodFifth Street Addition
Subdivision / tractHILLCREST
MLS areaMetro Uptown
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCal Vet, Cash, Conventional, VA
Listed onAug 4, 2026
Original list price$1,300,000
Last price changeAug 4, 2026
Days on market98
MLS #260019113
Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.
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What it costs to own
Your estimated monthly cost
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Property tax (1.251% a year)—
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HOA duesNone listed
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 92103 is about $2,764/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.
Home values in 92103
0%1 year
+15%5 years
+47%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
Hillcrest is a Balanced market
3.3 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.
$1,086Price per sq ft (area: $1,072, 1% above)
98 daysOn market (area median: 9 days)
$1,693,500Area median house price (−7% vs last year)
101%Of list price that sellers got
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Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in ZIP 92103, compiled by Jeff Brick.
The neighborhood
Living in Hillcrest
$725,000Median sale price
64Avg. days on market
45Homes for sale
Market data: SDMLS.
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Schools for this home
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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 8:25 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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