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1018 Johnson Ave

San Diego, CA 92103
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Bed 2

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Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,214

Sqft

SqFt16,569

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Rare Canyon-View Retreat on oversized lot in the Heart of University Heights. Overlooking a picturesque canyon, this one-of-a-kind property offers an extraordinary combination of privacy, tranquility, and urban convenience. Enjoy sweeping panoramic views and multiple outdoor living spaces designed to embrace Southern California living, including a trellis-covered front porch, custom stone patio, expansive Trex-view deck perched on the hillside, and a gated paver-stone driveway with an automatic gate and new motor. Inside, the home has been thoughtfully updated with a remodeled kitchen and beautifully renovated bathrooms, luxury vinyl plank flooring, LED recessed lighting, dual-pane windows, and four skylights that fill the home with natural light. Additional upgrades include central A/C, a whole-house fan, new water heater, 200-amp electrical panel, and two fireplaces. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring its own laundry area, French doors opening to a secluded view balcony, and breathtaking canyon vistas. Unique character abounds throughout the home, including a temperature-controlled wine cellar and a charming built-in cabin-style bunk complete with a porthole window. Ideally located just moments from the Vermont Street Bridge, Hillcrest Farmers Market, Park Boulevard’s vibrant dining scene, Balboa Park, the San Diego Zoo, and major freeway access. Architectural plans and renderings for a future addition, remodel, and ADU are available upon request.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,499,000

AD Id : 80129477

MLS Id : 260013660SD

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 16,569 Sqft

Living Area Size : 1,214

Year Built : 1940

Garage : 2

County : San Diego

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 0
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Composition Interior Features: Built-in Features,Balcony,Stone Counters,Recessed Lighting,Wine Cellar Property Appliances: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Disposal,Gas Water Heater,Refrigerator,Range Hood,Vented Exhaust Fan Fireplace: Electric,Gas,Heatilator,Living Room,Primary Bedroom
  • Cooling Features

    Central Air,Whole House Fan Air Conditioning

    Heating Source

    Forced Air,Natural Gas Has Heating

    Fireplace

    Fireplace Features: Electric,Gas,Heatilator,Living Room,Primary Bedroom Has Fireplace: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1940 Construction: Stucco,Wood Siding Roof: Composition
  • Pool Features

    None

    Laundry Features

    Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,In Garage

    Patio And Porch

    Deck,Front Porch,Stone,Wood

    Fencing

    Wrought Iron

  • Lot Details

    Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 0.3804
  • Lot Size Source: Other Lot Size Square Feet: 16569

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: 1,499,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-05
  • Lease Information

    Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 4443600800

  • Garage and Parking

    Garage Description: Converted Garage,Driveway,Electric Gate,Paved

    Homeowners Association

  • Other Property Info

    Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: 92103 - Mission Hills Directions: Cross Street: Lincoln Ave. Zoning: R-2:MINOR Source Property Type: Residential Area: 92103 - Mission Hills Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Building and Construction

    Property Age: 86 Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: Assessor Total Square Feet Living: 1214 Levels or Stories: One Building Total Stories: 1
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/08/2026 @ 08:41

MLS: 260013660SD LISTED BY: Joel Blumenfeld, Compass 619-353-5799 SOURCE: CRMLS

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