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    5502 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105

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    For Sale
    $2,795,000

    Multifamily property with development potential in central San Diego.

    Type:Multifamily
    Property size:
    5,875 SF
    Price / SF:
    $475/SF
    Added:
    Nov 26, 2025
    Days on Market:
    174
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 9:19 pm

    Property Features for 5502 University Avenue

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    5,875 SF
    Property subtype
    Multifamily

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1950

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    Listing Contact
    Eric von Bluecher
    Eric von Bluecher

    Listing agent Eric von Bluecher License #CalDRE #01926201

    Listing office Lee & Associates San Diego - Carlsbad

    Listing date Nov 26, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Assumable Loan at 3.34% Fixed Through 2027
    • High Cash on Cash Return
    • Residential Development Potential with 6.5 FAR and No Height Limit
    • ±5,875 RSF on ±21,344 SF Lot
    • Billboard Income + Development Plans for 20 Additional Units
    • Located in Central San Diego with Strong Walkability and Close Access to Interstates 8 and 15

    Overview

    Located in central San Diego, this property offers a high cash on cash return with assumable financing. The property is situated on a lot with an area of approximately 21,344 square feet, with a building size of approximately 5,875 rentable square feet, allowing for residential development. It benefits from Complete Communities Tier 3 zoning, with a 6.5 FAR and no height limit. The assumable loan has a fixed rate of 3.34% through 2027. The property also generates income from a billboard. Development plans are in place for 20 additional units. The location provides strong walkability and close access to Interstates 8 and 15, offering convenient connectivity to Downtown San Diego, the beach, major employment centers, and the U.S.-Mexico border. The neighborhood is experiencing ongoing revitalization, driven by infill housing demand, infrastructure investment, and city-led smart growth initiatives.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Apartment buildings

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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    Location Insight

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    City
    San Diego
    County
    San Diego
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -117.077
    Latitude
    32.7485

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Apartment building - Multifamily property with development potential in central San Diego.
    Where is this apartment building located?
    The property is located at 5502 University Avenue San Diego, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $2,795,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Assumable Loan at 3.34% Fixed Through 2027; High Cash on Cash Return; Residential Development Potential with **6.5 FAR and No Height Limit**
    (760) 929-7846
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    Listing Contact
    Eric von Bluecher
    Eric von Bluecher
    Real Estate License ID: CalDRE #01926201
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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