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.
- Swimming Pool:
- N/K
- Heating System:
- Forced Air Unit
- Cooling System:
- Central Forced Air, Whole House Fan
- Fence:
- Gate, Wrought Iron
- Fireplace:
- Electric, Gas, Heatilator, FP in Living Room, Primary Retreat
- Patio:
- Deck, Porch - Front, Balcony, Wood, Awning/Porch Covered, Stone/Tile
- Parking:
- Attached, Converted
- Architectural Style:
- Craftsman/Bungalow
- Fireplaces Total:
- 1
- Flooring:
- Vinyl Tile
- Interior Features:
- Recessed Lighting, Shower, Balcony, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters, Built-Ins
- Laundry Features:
- Electric, Gas
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected
- Utilities:
- Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vented Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Range/Stove Hood
- Country:
- US
- State:
- CA
- County:
- SD
- City:
- San Diego
- Community:
- UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
- Zipcode:
- 92103
- Street:
- Johnson Ave
- Street Number:
- 1018
- Longitude:
- W118° 50' 42''
- Latitude:
- N32° 45' 16.2''
- Mls Area Major:
- Metro Uptown
- Zoning:
- R-2:MINOR
- Elementary School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- High School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- Middle Or Junior School District:
- San Diego Unified School Distric
- Office Name:
- Compass
- Agent Name:
- Joel Blumenfeld
- Building Size:
- 1214
- Construction Materials:
- Stucco, Wood
- Garage:
- 2
- Levels:
- 1 Story
- On Market Date:
- 2026-06-05
- Stories Total:
- 1
- Virtual Tour:
- https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/snd/260013660
- Water Source:
- Meter on Property
- Co List Agent Full Name:
- Paris Dixon
- Co List Agent Mls Id:
- 694026
- Co List Office Mls Id:
- 991248
- Co List Office Name:
- Compass
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 655451
- List Office Mls Id:
- 991248
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional
- Mls Status:
- ACTIVE
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-06-15T22:04:15Z
- Originating System Name:
- SDMLS
- Special Listing Conditions:
- N/K
Residential For Sale 2 Bedrooms 1018 Johnson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate
1018 Johnson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 260013660
- Price :
- $1,499,000
- View :
- Mountains/Hills,Neighborhood,Trees/Woods,Valley/Canyon
- Bedrooms :
- 2
- Bathrooms :
- 2
- Square Footage :
- 1,214
- Year Built :
- 1940
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
- Property Sub Type :
- Detached
- Roof:
- Composition