1018 Johnson Ave San Diego, CA $1,499,000

1018 Johnson Ave | Mission Hills (92103) University Heights

$1,499,000 | 2 Beds | 2 Baths (2 Full) | 1,214 Sq. Ft.

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 easy freeway access. Architectural plans and renderings for a future addition, and ADU are available upon request. CRMLS 260013660

Directions to property: Cross Street: Lincoln Ave.

MLS Listing ID: 
CRMLS 260013660
Purchase
Community Information
Subdivision: 
University Heights
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Stories: 
1
Year Built: 
1940
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
1,214
Interior: 
Balcony, Built-in Features, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
Fireplaces: 
Gas, Electric, Primary Re
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Wood Siding, Stucco
Roof: 
Composition
Porch: 
Wood, Front Porch, Stone, Deck
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Bedrooms: 
2
Total Bathrooms: 
2
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
0
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling System: 
Whole House Fan, Central Air
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
0.42
Lot Size (Area): 
18,422
View: 
Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Auto Driveway Gate, Paved, Converted Garage, Driveway
Garage: 
2
Pool: 
None
Fence: 
Wrought Iron
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
4443600800
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Date/Time: 
6/5/2026
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
6/5/2026
Status Change Date/Time: 
6/4/2026
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Joel Blumenfeld
Listing Co-Agent Name: 
Paris Dixon
Listing Office Name: 
Compass
Listing Co-Office Name: 
Compass

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