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2 Beds
1 Bath
572 sqft

$799,900

2730 Monroe Ave, San Diego CA, 92116

Price per sqft$1,398.43
Built in1929
Property size572 sqft
Property typeResidential
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Overview

Active

Listed Dec 9, 2025

Updated Apr 10

Welcome to this beautifully updated 1929 bungalow located in the highly sought-after University Heights neighborhood—known for its walkable streets, vibrant local eateries, independent coffee shops, boutique shopping, and easy access to North Park, Normal Heights, and Hillcrest. This turnkey 2BR/1BA home blends classic charm with modern style in one of San Diego’s most popular metro communities. Step inside to a bright, inviting living area featuring gorgeous original hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and a striking fireplace accented with a modern black finish and a crisp quartz surround. Updated lighting, ceiling fans, and hardware in contemporary black-and-gold tones elevate the home’s cohesive design. The renovated kitchen offers shaker-style cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops with subtle veining, stainless steel appliances, and a charming breakfast nook perfect for morning coffee. The refreshed bathroom includes updated tile flooring, stylish wainscoting, modern fixtures, and a tiled tub/shower surround. Both bedrooms provide comfortable spaces for rest or work-from-home flexibility. The low-maintenance yard features new landscaping and clean, modern accents, and the property includes a 1-car garage with alley access. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully modernized historic home in one of San Diego’s most walkable, community-oriented neighborhoods. This thoughtfully updated 1929 bungalow blends historic character with clean, modern finishes in one of San Diego’s most walkable metro neighborhoods. The home features beautifully preserved hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and updated lighting and hardware that provide a cohesive, contemporary feel throughout. The living room centers around a striking fireplace finished in a bold black tone with a crisp quartz surround, offering a dramatic focal point that maintains the home’s original charm. The renovated kitchen adds both style and function with shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops with subtle veining, stainless steel appliances, and a comfortable breakfast nook. The bathroom has been refreshed with updated tile flooring, decorative wainscoting, modern fixtures, and a tiled tub/shower surround. Both bedrooms offer flexible use options, including a home office, guest room, or creative space. Low-maintenance landscaping and clean exterior accents make the property easy to enjoy without extensive upkeep. The home also includes a 1-car garage with alley access, providing valuable additional storage in this highly sought-after neighborhood. University Heights is beloved for its vibrant local scene, tree-lined streets, independent cafes, neighborhood restaurants, boutique shops, and close proximity to North Park, Normal Heights, Hillcrest, and Balboa Park. This home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy modern comfort paired with classic 1920s architecture in a true lifestyle location.

$5,322/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $799,900 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
250045415SD

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.03 Acres

Other Property Details

55+/Senior Community
No
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Broker Reciprocity Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, James Renfro

Riff Rifferson - Full Name

- Phone Number

[email protected] - Email

- Brokerage Name

500007054 - MLS License Number

 

Data last updated 5:18 AM UTC, 4/10/2026

 

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