2378 Smythe Avenue, San Ysidro, California 92173, San Ysidro, - bed, bath
ACTIVE$895,000
2378 Smythe Avenue, San Ysidro, California 92173
5Beds
2Baths
1,716Sqft
0.24Lot
Year Built
1945
Close
-
List price
$895K
Original List price
$865K
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PTP2505498
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
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About this home
AMAZING 1 STORY HOME . READY TO MOVE IN NOW. THIS AMAZING HOME IS PERFECT FOR A FIRST TIME BUYER TO LIVE IN ONE AND RENT OTHER OR AS AN INVESTMENT PROPERTY. HOME FEATURES HOUSE OF 3 BEDROOMS AND 1 BATH IN THE FRONT AND 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH IN THE BACK. GARAGE IS REMODEL WITH A BATHROOM. CAN MAKE SOME EXTRA INCOME.LOTS OF POTENTIAL AND MANY POSIBILITIES. HAS A VERY SPACIOUS DRIVEWAY TO PARK AN RV AND MANY CARS HUGE LOT. GEORGEOUS SINGLE STORY CLOSE TO FREEWAY, PLAZA LAS AMERICAS, PARKS, BEACHES AND SCHOOLS. CONTACT US TODAY.
Price History
Date
Event
Price
11/01/25
Price Change
$895,000
07/19/25
Listing
$865,000
04/03/24
Sold
$725,000
Neighborhood Comparison
| Subject | Average Home | Neighbourhood Ranking (16 Listings) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5 | 3 | 94% |
| Baths | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,716 | 1,507 | 82% |
| Lot Size | 0 | 6,022 | 6% |
| Price | $895K | $725K | 88% |
| Price per square foot | $522 | $493 | 53% |
| Built year | 1945 | 1977 | 24% |
| HOA | |||
| Days on market | 109 | 146 | 41% |
Condition Rating
Fair
Built in 1945, this property shows signs of being aged but has undergone regular upkeep and occasional updates. While some areas feature newer elements like LVP flooring, stainless steel kitchen appliances, and a recently updated bathroom (Bathroom 1), other areas, such as the kitchen cabinets and a second bathroom (Bathroom 2), appear more dated. The presence of a window AC unit suggests a lack of central cooling. The property is move-in ready and functional, but the mixed age and style of renovations, combined with the original build year, prevent it from achieving a 'Good' rating, as it hasn't undergone a full, extensive renovation within the last 5-15 years to meet modern standards throughout.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Income-Generating Potential: The property is configured with a main house (3BD/1BA) and a separate rear unit (2BD/2BA), plus a remodeled garage with a bathroom, offering significant rental income opportunities or multi-generational living.
Expansive Lot & Parking: Features a large lot with a very spacious driveway capable of accommodating an RV and multiple vehicles, a valuable asset in urban areas.
Strategic Location: Benefits from excellent proximity to major freeways, shopping centers (Plaza Las Americas), parks, beaches, and schools, enhancing convenience and desirability.
Single-Story Design: The single-story layout provides broad appeal, offering ease of access and a comfortable living arrangement.
Flexible Use Spaces: The separate units and remodeled garage with a bathroom provide versatile options for living, renting, or home office use.
Cons
Property Age & Potential for Deferred Maintenance: Built in 1945, the property may have older systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) that could require future updates or maintenance.
Significant Recent Price Increase: The current list price of $895,000 represents a substantial increase from its last sale price of $725,000 in April 2024, which may require strong justification through recent upgrades or market shifts.
Unclear Permitting Status of Units/Bathroom Discrepancy: While offering multiple living spaces, the legal permitting status of the separate rear unit and remodeled garage with a bathroom is not specified, and there's a discrepancy between the described bathroom count (4) and the listed total (2), which could indicate unpermitted work or require further investigation.