3852 3rd Ave San Diego, CA 92103
New
Seven-unit complex with retail space in vibrant Hillcrest location.
Type:Commercial
Property size:
6,178 SFLot size:
0.12 Acres- Added:
- Apr 24, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 6
- Last Refresh:
- Apr 24 at 3:46 pm
Property Features for 3852 3rd Ave
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Size
- 6,178 SF
- Lot size
- 0.12 Acres
- Property subtype
- Commercial
Listing agent Ben Sierpina License #CA:02062416 (858) 775-9825
Listing office San Diego Downtown Office (858) 775-9825
Listing date Apr 24, 2026
Source Elliman
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Overview
Hillcrest Multifamily and Retail Property
Located in the Hillcrest submarket of San Diego, the property at 3852 3rd Avenue is a seven-unit complex originally built in 1968. The 6,178 square foot complex sits on a 5,317 square foot lot along 3rd Avenue. The unit mix includes two 2-bedroom/2-bath units, four 2-bedroom/1-bath units, and one street-level retail space. The property has been extensively renovated in recent years, including new exterior paint, dual-pane vinyl windows, and a new gated entry with a security system. The building was fully replumbed in 2025, and the sewer mainline is ABS. All six apartment units have undergone extensive interior renovations in recent years, including LVP flooring, upgraded cabinets, granite countertops, new appliances, and modernized bathrooms. Four units feature new mini-split A/C systems, and two units have been updated with in-unit stackable washer/dryers. All units are equipped with A/C systems (mini-split and wall-mounted units). Tenants utilize seven off-street parking spaces and one single-car garage. Approved plans and permits have been obtained to convert the garage into one studio ADU and the carport to one 1-bedroom/1-bath ADU.
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Beauty Day Spa
Alternative Medicine Practice
Hair Specialist Carlos ...
Hair Salon
Donebyroger
Hair Salon
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- San Diego
- County
- San Diego
- State
- California
- Longitude
- -117.163078
- Latitude
- 32.747882
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Seven-unit complex with retail space in vibrant Hillcrest location.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 3852 3rd Ave San Diego, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approved plans and permits for two ADUs offer significant cash flow potential.; Prime Hillcrest location on 3rd Avenue boasts a Walk Score of 97.; Extensive renovations include new paint, dual pane windows, and upgraded unit interiors.
