Rare opportunity to own a single-family home in the heart of University Heights, just steps from the dining, nightlife, and culture of North Park. Offering exceptional flexibility, the property's CN 1-5 zoning opens the door to a variety of potential uses, including a primary residence, short or mid-term rental, residential development, or select retail and personal service businesses. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, an investment with long-term upside, or a unique live-work opportunity, this property presents a range of possibilities in one of San Diego's most sought-after urban neighborhoods. With strong walkability, a central location, and valuable zoning flexibility, opportunities like this are rarely available. range of possibilities in one of San Diego's most sought-after urban neighborhoods. With strong walkability, a central location, and valuable zoning flexibility, opportunities like this are rarely available.
For sale
Price cut: $50.2K (7/10)
$744,800
3009 Madison Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
1beds
550sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,913/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
1,306 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,354/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 44 days |
- 765 |
- 13 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nick J Emerson DRE #01897169 858-275-9443,
Keller Williams La Jolla
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260013957
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- N/K
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 550
- Total interior livable area: 550 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Other/Remarks
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 1,306 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4460530200
- Zoning: CN 1-5
- Zoning description: CN 1-5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,354/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $125,394
- Annual tax amount: $2,041
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Exchange
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $744,800-6.3%$1,354/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260013957 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+893.8%$1,445/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260013957 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/1999 | Sold | $80,000$145/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,041 +39.9% | $125,394 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,459 +2.4% | $122,936 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,424 +2.8% | $120,527 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,385 +0.8% | $118,165 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,374 +1.3% | $115,849 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,357 +4.5% | $114,662 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,299 +4.3% | $112,415 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,245 +2.6% | $110,212 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,214 +1.9% | $108,052 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,191 +1.6% | $105,935 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,173 +1.6% | $104,344 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,154 | $102,301 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $101,839 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,843 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $97,886 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $97,155 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $97,386 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $95,477 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $93,605 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $91,771 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $89,972 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $88,209 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $86,593 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,896 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $83,232 |
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Neighborhood: North Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Garfield Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 6/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
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