Hillcrest Homes under $1 million

Welcome to Hillcrest, one of California’s most vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods, where charm meets convenience! Nestled in the heart of San Diego, Hillcrest is renowned for its diverse community, lively atmosphere, and rich cultural offerings. This area is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle filled with art, dining, and outdoor activities.

Hillcrest boasts a unique blend of historic and modern architecture, making it a visually captivating neighborhood. Here, you’ll find beautifully restored Craftsman homes alongside contemporary condos, all within walking distance to an array of local boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. The culinary scene is particularly exciting, featuring everything from cozy brunch spots to gourmet dining experiences that cater to every palate.

For those seeking homes under $1 million, Hillcrest offers a variety of options that provide excellent value in a prime location. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, you'll discover charming bungalows, stylish townhomes, and spacious condos that fit your budget without compromising on quality or comfort.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Balboa Park, where you can enjoy lush gardens, walking trails, and world-class museums. Additionally, the neighborhood hosts a vibrant farmer's market every Sunday, perfect for fresh produce and local goods.

Hillcrest is not just a neighborhood; it's a community that embraces diversity and fosters a sense of belonging. Come explore Hillcrest, where your dream home awaits amidst a lively backdrop of culture and camaraderie!

Newest Hillcrest Homes under $1 million

$700,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ NDP2609213 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Atlas BLDG.

STUNNING REMODELED CONDO󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 WITH PANORAMIC BAY AND DOWNTOWN VIEWS IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE ATLAS BUILDING! Located in one of the most coveted locations within the complex, this beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,055 square feet of sophisticated urban living, featuring one of the most desirable split-primary-suite floor plans in Atlas. Freshly painted throughout, this light-filled home features gorgeous hardwood floors, beautifully upgraded bathrooms, and a spacious open floor plan perfect for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts beautiful white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet space, and a generous layout that opens seamlessly to the living and dining areas. Both spacious primary suites offer exceptional privacy, walk-in closets, and upgraded bathrooms. Step outside onto your private balcony and take in spectacular panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Downtown skylinea view most people only dream about! Additional highlights include an in-unit washer and dryer, TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE RESERVED PARKING SPACES (NOT TANDEM), and additional storage. The highly desirable Atlas building offers resort-style amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool, fitness center, social lounge, EV charging stations, and guest parking. The complex is also VA and FHA approved. Enjoy an unbeatable Hillcrest location just steps from Balboa Park and some of San Diego's finest restaurants, cafes, shopping, and entertainment, with convenient access to Downtown and major freeways. AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF THE MOST DESIR STUNNING REMODELED CONDO WITH PANORAMIC BAY AND DOWNTOWN VIEWS IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE ATLAS BUILDING! Located in one of the most coveted locations within the complex, this beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers 1,055 square feet of sophisticated urban living, featuring one of the most desirable split-primary-suite floor plans in Atlas. Freshly painted throughout, this light-filled home features gorgeous hardwood floors, beautifully upgraded bathrooms, and a spacious open floor plan perfect for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts beautiful white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet space, and a generous layout that opens seamlessly to the living and dining areas. Both spacious primary suites offer exceptional privacy, walk-in closets, and upgraded bathrooms. Step outside onto your private balcony and take in spectacular panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the Downtown skylinea view most people only dream about! Additional highlights include an in-unit washer and dryer, TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE RESERVED PARKING SPACES (NOT TANDEM), and additional storage. The highly desirable Atlas building offers resort-style amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool, fitness center, social lounge, EV charging stations, and guest parking. The complex is also VA and FHA approved. Enjoy an unbeatable Hillcrest location just steps from Balboa Park and some of San Diego's finest restaurants, cafes, shopping, and entertainment, with convenient access to Downtown and major freeways. AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF THE MOST DESIRABLE FLOOR PLANS IN ONE OF THE BEST LOCATIONS WITHIN ATLAS, COMPLETE WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS, LUXURY UPGRADES, AND TWO SIDE-BY-SIDE PARKING SPACES!

3650 5th Ave Unit 506, Mission Hills

$475,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260023735 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Cliffbridge Estates BLDG.

Beautiful & centrally󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 located Hillcrest condo. This property has a private & relaxing patio, open floor plan, fireplace in the living room, hardwood floors throughout, stone kitchen countertops, crown molding & dual-pane windows. The bathroom includes a tile shower/tub. The building offers a fitness room, pool & secure underground parking. So close to all: Balboa Park, restaurants, cafés, shops, entertainment, easy access to downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.

3980 8th, Unit 214, Mission Hills

$859,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260023553 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Egyptian BLDG.

Discover spacious, light-filled󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 living at The Egyptian in the heart of Hillcrest. This southwest-facing corner residence offers 1,445 square feet, a welcoming open floor plan, and large floor to ceiling windows that bring in abundant natural light throughout. Courtyard views provide a lovely backdrop to the living space, while bedrooms on opposite sides of the home offer a sense of privacy within the 2 bedroom, 2 bath layout. The home has been freshly painted throughout and features new carpet with plush padding in both bedrooms, plus stylish new light fixtures in the kitchen and bathrooms. An in-unit washer and dryer and two tandem parking spaces make daily life easy, and HOA dues include water and trash. Step outside to explore Hillcrest’s lively mix of restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and neighborhood favorites. Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo are steps away!

3812 Park Blvd Unit 208, Mission Hills

$325,000

1 Baths ⋅ 260023525 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Windemere Court BLDG.

Spacious studio with󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 a private patio in Hillcrest! Rarely available, this affordable second-floor property is situated in a quiet, well-maintained community near shopping, restaurants, the Trolley, Downtown San Diego & beaches. The property features secure entry, gated underground assigned parking, additional storage, laundry facilities and inviting common areas. Centrally located for both comfort and convenience, this is a great opportunity to experience and enjoy the best of Uptown living.

3950 Cleveland, Unit 208, Mission Hills

$428,800

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260023214 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Cliffbridge Estates BLDG.

Location, location, location!󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 If you love being close to everything with prime walkability, while still having a comfortable space to come home to...this stylishly updated one-bedroom unit is a vibe and worth a look. The location makes everyday life easy, with restaurants, nightlife, coffee, shopping, and plenty of things to do all within easy reach. Inside, you’ll find a bright, updated space with no carpet, stainless steel kitchen appliances, a large walk in pantry, and plenty of storage throughout the home. The bedroom has two closets, so there’s actually room for your things, along with a great linen closet for those extra essentials. The bathroom features a dual-sink vanity with granite countertops, while the fireplace gives the living space a cozy focal point and makes the room feel especially inviting. Enjoy your own private patio, plus access to the community pool and workout room. You’ll also have dedicated parking, and water is included with the HOA. This could be the perfect place to call home.

3980 8th, Unit 115, Mission Hills

$991,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260023211 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Cable Building Lofts BLDG.

Own a piece󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 of San Diego history in the iconic Cable Building Lofts-originally a 1950s industrial structure that once served as a Pacific Bell telephone switching station & converted into residential lofts in 1998 as one of Southern California’s pioneering reuse projects. This recently renovated top-floor corner unit showcases true loft character with 12-foot ceilings, exposed red brick walls, stained concrete floors & expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. The modern kitchen features sleek cabinetry, stunning quartz countertops, a large island with seating for four & high-quality stainless steel appliances-perfect for both everyday living & entertaining. The open concept living area is spacious & inviting, while the private primary bedroom is fully enclosed with walls and a door for added comfort. While currently presenting as a one bedroom, a dedicated home office area offers oversized desk space with the flexibility to be converted into a second bedroom (approx. 11’x11’). Google Fiber (hi-speed internet) available! A cozy balcony w/ easterly exposure overlooks the vibrant community of Hillcrest. Additional highlights include two parking spaces—an exceptional find in Hillcrest— a large private secured storage area & built-in storage cabinets conveniently located in front of the parking space. Ideally situated in the heart of Hillcrest, you’re just moments from shopping, dining, nightlife, major freeways, medical centers, downtown San Diego, and Balboa Park.

3940 7th Ave Unit 215, Mission Hills

$485,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260023185 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ On Third BLDG.

This home is󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 all about lifestyle. If you want to be steps away from Hillcrest's best restaurants, bars, and cafes, while also being a short distance to the iconic Balboa Park, this is the home for you. Not only is the location perfect, the home itself is upgraded throughout and is filled with natural light. The crowning feature is the oversized patio. You'll have 1 dedicated parking space and the most convenient access to the community laundry in the building. If you want to have laundry within, a Washer and Dryer are allowed to be installed in the home as well! The best of San Diego is always within reach and a quick drive gets you to the airport or the beach.

3815 3rd St Unit 14, Mission Hills

$550,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260022859 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Terrace Village BLDG.

Welcome to this charming Hillcrest condo in the desirable Terrace Village community, ideally situated near the best of San Diego’s vibrant urban lifestyle. Enjoy a highly walkable location just moments from Balboa Park, local restaurants, cafés, shops, grocery stores, and neighborhood entertainment. The home features convenient in-unit laundry, a private patio perfect for relaxing or enjoying the San Diego sunshine, and access to a community pool for resort-style enjoyment. With secure community amenities and an exceptional central location offering easy access to Downtown, major freeways, and surrounding neighborhoods, this property presents an inviting opportunity to enjoy the best of Hillcrest living.

3688 1st Ave Unit 19, Mission Hills

$699,990

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022421 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3644 Third Ave Hoa BLDG.

Ideally situated in󠃳󠂠󠂀󠂠󠃢󠂁󠂢󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃢󠂁󠂣󠃍󠂏󠃍󠂏 a quiet residential pocket of Hillcrest that is just a couple blocks from the great restaurants, coffee shops and bars along 5th Ave and Washington St as well as Balboa Park and Maple Canyon. The interior of the home features voluminous high ceilings and has undergone a complete remodel including new flooring, paint and lighting throughout. The kitchen is brand new with slim shaker oak cabinets, Calacatta gold quartz counters, Italian ceramic backsplash and new stainless steel appliances. The fireplace surround has been modernized with a smooth and sandy micro cement finish and the bathrooms have been refreshed with new vanities, lighting and mirrors. The bedrooms feature custom wood paneling to add unique character. To top it off, the condo also comes with a garage and an additional assigned parking space.

3644 3rd Ave Unit 5, Mission Hills

1250 Cleveland Ave Unit C-115, Mission Hills

$535,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 260022213 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Uptown District BLDG.

Resort-style urban living in the highly sought-after Uptown District of vibrant Hillcrest! This ground-level, first-floor condo offers easy access with secure gated entry, subterranean parking, and elevator convenience. Inside, find a light-filled interior featuring modern vinyl plank flooring, an updated bath, newer in-unit stackable laundry, and a brand-new HVAC heat pump system. French doors from both the living room and bedroom open to private decks overlooking the community’s tranquil Rose Garden. Experience resort-style urban living at its finest in the highly sought-after Uptown District of vibrant Hillcrest! This stunning first-floor condo offers seamless ground-level access from a secure, gated entrance, subterranean parking, and elevator convenience. Step inside to discover a bright, natural light-filled interior enhanced by gorgeous vinyl plank flooring, an updated bath, the ultimate convenience of newer in-unit stackable laundry, and a brand-new HVAC heat pump system for year-round comfort. Sunlight pours through elegant French doors that open from both the living room and bedroom onto peaceful private decks, treating you to picturesque, tranquil views of the community's serene Rose Garden. Enjoy this extremely quiet setting in the midst of all Hillcrest has to offer, paired with resort-caliber amenities including a heated pool, relaxing spa, fully equipped gym, and beautifully manicured grounds complete with outdoor BBQ facilities and seating—perfect for al fresco dining under the sun. With an extraordinary 94 Walk Score, you are just steps away from Trader Joe’s, Ralphs, renowned coffee spots, fine dining, and lively local nightlife. Combined with swift freeway access and close to Downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, and the airport, this turnkey residence delivers an unrivaled blend of retreat-like tranquility and central city access.

1250 Cleveland Ave Unit C-115, Mission Hills

$749,999

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 260022097 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Burgundy House BLDG.

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the heart of Hillcrest. Featuring a bright, open floor plan, this stylish home has been thoughtfully updated with a stunning new kitchen, beautifully renovated bathrooms, and elegant white oak flooring throughout. The seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas creates an inviting space perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy two private balconies, including one off the primary suite and another adjacent to the kitchen, providing the perfect spots to relax and enjoy the San Diego lifestyle. Additional highlights include two assigned parking spaces in a secure underground garage, elevator access, and a prime location just moments from Balboa Park, top-rated restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. This move-in-ready residence offers the perfect blend of modern design, comfort, and convenience in one of San Diego's most desirable neighborhood

1263 Robinson, Unit 13, Mission Hills

1270 Cleveland Ave Unit K103, Mission Hills

$499,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ NDP2608200 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ Uptown BLDG.

Exciting opportunity to complete and customize this spacious home in the heart of Hillcrest! The property is currently in the midst of a remodel, creating a unique opportunity for the next owner to make it their own and build equity. The bathroom is partially completed, and all remaining tile and flooring materials are included. Enjoy abundant closet space, a large living area, and the opportunity to design your own dream kitchen. French doors open to a long private deck overlooking Washington Street and the iconic Vermont Street Bridge. Upscale appliances are also available for purchase separately. Located just steps from Ralphs, Trader Joes, and the vibrant Hillcrest hub, this location puts shopping, dining, entertainment, and everything the neighborhood has to offer right outside your door. With continued growth and energy throughout the area, this property offers excellent potential as a primary residence, investment property, or rental opportunity. Bring your vision and finish this home to your taste while creating the opportunity for future equity. This area pulls a high rent due to its desirability There is one parking space with this unit that is directly behind the garage elevator which drops you off steps away from the units front door. Additionally although this is a first floor unit it sits on top of the garage so you are actually 2nd level from the balcony. Exciting opportunity to complete and customize this spacious home in the heart of Hillcrest! The property is currently in the midst of a remodel, creating a unique opportunity for the next owner to make it their own and build equity. The bathroom is partially completed, and all remaining tile and flooring materials are included. Enjoy abundant closet space, a large living area, and the opportunity to design your own dream kitchen. French doors open to a long private deck overlooking Washington Street and the iconic Vermont Street Bridge. Upscale appliances are also available for purchase separately. Located just steps from Ralphs, Trader Joes, and the vibrant Hillcrest hub, this location puts shopping, dining, entertainment, and everything the neighborhood has to offer right outside your door. With continued growth and energy throughout the area, this property offers excellent potential as a primary residence, investment property, or rental opportunity. Bring your vision and finish this home to your taste while creating the opportunity for future equity. This area pulls a high rent due to its desirability There is one parking space with this unit that is directly behind the garage elevator which drops you off steps away from the units front door. Additionally although this is a first floor unit it sits on top of the garage so you are actually 2nd level from the balcony.

1270 Cleveland Ave Unit K103, Mission Hills

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