Historic Gem with Mills Act Potential Rare opportunity to acquire a designated historic property at 2629 Island Ave in the heart of San Diego's vibrant Little Italy/Bankers Hill corridor. This home offers significant upside for the right investor or owner-user. Key Highlights: Mills Act Eligible: Potential property tax savings of 40-60% annually through San Diego's historic preservation program Proven Income History: Former short-term rental generating $6,000/month gross income Prime 92101 Location: Walking distance to downtown, waterfront, restaurants, and entertainment Current Status: Property has outstanding code violations from recent remodeling work that must be resolved by buyer. Sold strictly AS-IS. Cash or hard money financing required - no conventional or FHA/VA loans. Ideal For: Experienced investors comfortable with code compliance issues Buyers seeking Mills Act tax advantages Those looking to restore a historic property to rental or primary residence This is a unique chance to own a piece of San Diego history while capturing substantial tax benefits. Property priced to reflect current condition and violation resolution costs. Serious inquiries only from qualified cash buyers.
**FROM SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LINDBERGH FIELD):** Head east on Harbor Dr toward Pacific Hwy. Turn left onto Pacific Hwy. Continue to Laurel St, turn right. Follow Laurel St east, turn left onto India St. Turn right onto Ivy St, then left onto Columbia St. Turn right onto Island Ave. Destination will be on your right. (Approx. 2.5 miles, 7-10 minutes) **FROM DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO (GASLAMP QUARTER):** Head northwest on 5th Ave toward Market St. Turn right onto Market St, continue to Columbia St. Turn left onto Columbia St, then right onto Island Ave. Destination will be on your right. (Approx. 1.5 miles, 5-8 minutes) **FROM LA JOLLA:** Take Torrey Pines Rd south to I-5 S. Continue on I-5 S toward Downtown. Take exit 17 for Front St. Turn right onto Front St, left onto Laurel St, right onto India St, right onto Ivy St, left onto Columbia St, then right onto Island Ave. (Approx. 15 miles, 20-25 minutes) **FROM MISSION VALLEY:** Take I-8 W toward Ocean Beach. Merge onto I-5 S toward Downtown. Take exi...
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Data was last updated February 6, 2026 at 07:13 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
2,230
Avg list price:
$829,950
Min list price:
$10,000
Max list price:
$18,500,000
Avg days on market:
30
Min days on market:
0
Max days on market:
1,444
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$665.02
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