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San Diego real estate

San Diego

San Diego, San Diego County · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA

Median Home Value

$989,768

-3.4%

Est. Cap Rate

2.3%

Based on rent yield × 65%

Vacancy Rate

6.7%

48% owner-occupied

Population

1.4M

Median income: $104,321

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18/100Caution

Investment ScoreSan Diego

Composite score based on cap rate, rent yield, affordability, occupancy, and appreciation

Cap Rate2.3%
Rent Yield3.5%
Affordability$989,768
Occupancy93.3%
Appreciation-3.4%

San Diego Investment Analysis

San Diego is a major metropolitan market with 1.4M residents and a median home value of $989,768. The 2.3% cap rate positions San Diego as a premium appreciation market where equity growth drives returns. A modest 3.4% year-over-year decline suggests the market is cooling — favorable for buyers negotiating from strength. With 52% of the population renting at a median of $2,893/month, San Diego has exceptionally strong rental demand — a key indicator for DSCR loan qualification. San Diego's housing stock is 46% multifamily — indicating strong institutional investor interest and potential for 2-4 unit or small multifamily acquisitions.

Market Profile
Avg: 27/100
Cash Flow2.3% cap
Appreciation-3.4% YoY
Affordability$990K
Occupancy93.3% occ.
Rent Yield3.5%
Employment94.9%
Price vs. Rent Analysis
Price-to-Rent Ratio28.5x
Cash FlowBalancedAppreciation

Appreciation-driven market — growth potential offsets thinner cash flow

Median Home Value

Zillow ZHVI

$989,768
Median Monthly Rent

Zillow ZORI

$2,893
Annual Rent
$34,716
Gross Rent Yield

Annual rent ÷ home value

3.5%

Market Details

Housing Stock

560K units

Single-family: 243K

Multifamily: 255K (45.5%)

Investment Metrics

Gross Yield 3.5%

Cap Rate 2.3%

Price-to-Rent 28.5 (Favors renting)

Property Tax $5,658/yr

Demographics

Median Income $104,321

Median Age 36.0

Employment 94.9%

Home Value Trends

1-Year Appreciation -3.4%

3-Year Appreciation +9.2%

5-Year Appreciation +35.0%

Rental Market

$2,893/mo

Renter population: 52.4%

Lending Status

Not Available

$150K – $10M · Business purpose

Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · Zillow Home Value Index (Feb 2026) · USDV Capital analysis

Community Snapshot
Population1.4M

4K/sq mi

Median Income$104,321

$54,678 per capita

Employment94.9%

5.6% unemployment

Occupancy93.3%

52.4% renters

College Educated49.9%
Median Age: 36560K Housing UnitsMedian Built: 1978
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Property Details

$989,768
$100K$2M
25% ($247,442)
15%50%
7.50%
6%10%
$2,893

Investment Projection

Monthly Cash Flow

-$3,535

Cash-on-Cash

-17.1%

DSCR Ratio

0.56

Annual Cash Flow

-$42,416

Monthly P&I: $5,190 | Est. Expenses: $1,237

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We don't work for one lender — we work for you. As your Real Estate CFO, we shop the full institutional market to structure the best capital solution for your San Diego deal. Close in 28 days or we pay you $1,000.

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Bridge Loans

Bridge Loans

Short-term financing for acquisitions, refinancing, or repositioning

  • 12-24 month terms
  • Up to 80% LTV
  • Interest-only payments
  • Flexible prepayment
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Fix & Flip

Fast funding for property renovation and resale

  • 6-18 month terms
  • Up to 90% of purchase + rehab
  • Fast closings
  • Interest-only payments
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Ground-Up Construction

Financing for new development projects from land to completion

  • 12-36 month terms
  • Up to 90% of costs
  • Progress-based draws
  • Interest-only payments
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DSCR Rental

Long-term financing for single-family rentals and portfolio acquisitions

  • 5-30 year terms
  • Up to 85% LTV
  • Portfolio options
  • No personal income docs
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Larger Deals

Multifamily & Build-to-Rent

For multifamily and build-to-rent community financing up to $50M, we work directly with institutional capital partners on custom terms. These deals require a consultation — not a form.

Multifamily
Up to $50M

Multifamily

Permanent and bridge financing for apartment buildings and complexes — 5 units and up.

  • Up to $50M
  • 5–30 year terms
  • Up to 80% LTV
  • Bridge and permanent options
  • Interest-only available
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Build-to-Rent Communities
Up to $50M

Build-to-Rent Communities

Institutional financing for single-family rental community developments from land to stabilization.

  • Up to $50M
  • Construction through permanent
  • Community-scale underwriting
  • Progress-based draw schedule
  • Custom closing timeline
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Loan Range

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