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Two-Unit Fixer Duplex
For Sale
$899,000
Pending

1840 42 Carmelina, San Diego, CA 92116

Fixer duplex with two 2-bedroom, 1-bath residences, offering a restoration project in a walkable urban pocket.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market55

Property Features for 1840 42 Carmelina

General Information

Standard status Pending
Property subtype Investment

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes
Multifamily Units 2

Building Details

Year Built 1944
Stories 2
Units 2
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency:
Listed By: Marla Hovland
Source: Elliman
Added: Jun 19 Changed: Aug 10 Last Checked: Aug 12 at 8:15AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Marla Hovland

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This fixer duplex is a restoration and reimagination opportunity with two separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath residences. The property is being offered as a two-unit residential income asset, with room to renovate and rework the existing layout to fit modern preferences.

Located in the heart of University Heights on a canyon-side street, the duplex sits across from Trolley Barn Park. The area is described as highly walkable and very bikeable, with walkScore of 98 and bikeScore of 80, and a transitScore of 55.

For buyers or investors seeking a value-add residential income project, this two-unit configuration provides a straightforward starting point: separate living units with 2-bedroom, 1-bath layouts. Because the property is presented as a fixer, prospective buyers should plan for renovation scope and budgeting to bring both units to their intended final condition.

Key Highlights

  • Fixer duplex built in 1944 with two 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath residences
  • Opportunity to restore and reimagine a 2‑unit property
  • Across from Trolley Barn Park on a canyon‑side street

Property Analytics

Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Electrical Service Storage Facility Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Fish Market Tanning Salon

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

2
Residential units
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,191
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 92116, CA

31,523
Population
17,827
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
58%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
3.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,271
Density / Sq Mi
$95,775
Median Household Income
$63,420
Median Earnings
$1,903
Median Rent
$898,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Fixer duplex with two 2-bedroom, 1-bath residences, offering a restoration project in a walkable urban pocket.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1840 42 Carmelina San Diego, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $899,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Fixer duplex built in 1944 with two 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath residences; Opportunity to restore and reimagine a 2‑unit property; Across from Trolley Barn Park on a canyon‑side street
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