Charming 1950s cottage-style home tucked away in a private cul-de-sac just moments from historic Old Town! This meticulously maintained residence blends timeless character with extensive modern upgrades. The bright, open-concept kitchen and living area features abundant natural light from updated sky lights and features top-of-the-line Miele appliances made for effortless living. Recent upgrades include a new roof, water heater, split AC, windows, skylights, stucco, interior doors, refinished floors, Moen Flo water monitoring system, Kasa smart-home electrical features, updated fixtures, smoke/CO detectors, and termite treatment. Exterior improvements include a new garage door, side gate, washer/dryer closet, awning, and spacious partially covered patio. The detached garage offers excellent potential for an ADU or income-producing space. Ideally located within 10 minutes of San Diego International Airport, Mission Bay, downtown, and local beaches. No HOA or Mello-Roos. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded home in a prime San Diego location!
For sale
$1,119,999
2242 Congress St, San Diego, CA 92110
2beds
880sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,273/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New roofNew garage doorSide gatePrivate cul-de-sacDetached garageUpdated fixturesRefinished floors
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Listed by:
Jenna R Hollander DRE #02139361 415-320-5276,
Key Realty Group Inc.,
Eric M Meeler DRE #02086276 336-583-6235,
Key Realty Group Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260022105
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Mini Split
Cooling
- Wall/Window
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range/Oven, Washer, Gas Range
- Laundry: Electric
Features
- Flooring: Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 880
- Total interior livable area: 880 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Gate,Partial
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4435205000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: OLD TOWN
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,273/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $951,660
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,119,999+20%$1,273/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Sold | $933,000-5.7%$1,060/sqft |
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| 7/26/2024 | Pending sale | $989,888$1,125/sqft |
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| 7/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $989,888-1%$1,125/sqft |
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| 7/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $999,900$1,136/sqft |
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| 6/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/17/2024 | Price change | $999,900-7.4%$1,136/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Price change | $1,079,900-1.8%$1,227/sqft |
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| 5/11/2024 | Price change | $1,099,900-5.2%$1,250/sqft |
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| 3/22/2024 | Price change | $1,159,900-7.2%$1,318/sqft |
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| 2/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,249,900+76%$1,420/sqft |
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| 2/11/2021 | Sold | $710,000+9.2%$807/sqft |
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| 1/14/2021 | Contingent | $650,000$739/sqft |
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| 1/14/2021 | Pending sale | $650,000$739/sqft |
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| 11/20/2020 | Price change | $650,000-15.5%$739/sqft |
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| 9/4/2020 | Price change | $769,000-2.5%$874/sqft |
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| 8/17/2020 | Price change | $789,000-4.8%$897/sqft |
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| 8/2/2020 | Price change | $829,000-2.4%$942/sqft |
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| 7/21/2020 | Price change | $849,000-4.1%$965/sqft |
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| 7/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $885,000+30.3%$1,006/sqft |
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| 6/20/2019 | Sold | $679,000-8.9%$772/sqft |
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| 4/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $745,000+156.9%$847/sqft |
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| 6/19/2001 | Sold | $290,000-51.7%$330/sqft |
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| 8/12/1997 | Sold | $600,000+389.8%$682/sqft |
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| 2/9/1996 | Sold | $122,500+2.9%$139/sqft |
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| 6/2/1995 | Sold | $119,000$135/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $951,660 +2% |
| 2025 | $12,233 +32.9% | $933,000 +23.8% |
| 2024 | $9,202 +2.3% | $753,457 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,997 +2.7% | $738,684 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,757 +1.2% | $724,200 +3.5% |
| 2021 | $8,655 +1.2% | $699,754 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,550 +77.2% | $692,580 +76.8% |
| 2019 | $4,826 +6.2% | $391,718 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,543 +2.4% | $384,038 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,435 +1.6% | $376,509 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,364 +1.5% | $369,128 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,300 +1.6% | $363,585 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,233 | $356,464 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $354,854 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $347,897 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $341,076 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $338,528 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $339,333 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $332,680 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $326,158 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $319,763 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $313,494 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $307,348 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $301,716 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $295,800 +119% |
| 2001 | -- | $135,052 |
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