ZIP 92102 Golden Hill South Park Grant Hill Downtown Adjacent

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Full-service listing at a 1% fee. At the 2026 median of $830,000, that's $12,450 back in your pocket compared to a traditional 2.5% commission - with professional photography, MLS listing, expert negotiation, and transaction coordination included. At the average sale price of $932,838, the savings reach $13,993.

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$12,450

Median Seller Savings

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Source: SDMLS · ZIP 92102 · Jan - Aug 2026

Golden Hill / South Park / Grant Hill 92102 - 2026 Market Snapshot

59

Properties Sold YTD

$830,000

Median Sale Price

13 Days

Median Days on Market

100.0%

List-to-Sale Price Ratio

$688/SF

Median Sold Price per Sq Ft

$932,838

Average Sale Price

Based on 59 closed sales in SDMLS, January 1 - August 11, 2026. All residential property types, ZIP 92102. Data provided by Nikolas Mazzola, CA DRE #01724621, Shorebreak Real Estate.

2026 Sold Data · SDMLS

What Homes Actually Sell For in 92102

The ZIP 92102 median of $830,000 spans Broadway condos under $400K and renovated Golden Hill SFRs above $2M. Here's how the market breaks down by property type.

Property Type	2026 Sold Range	Typical Size	Median DOM
Condo / Attached	$306,000 - $580,000	484 - 972 SF	4 - 128 days
Entry SFR (1-2BR)	$600,000 - $760,000	420 - 900 SF	0 - 40 days
Mid SFR (2-3BR)	$725,000 - $950,000	820 - 1,300 SF	5 - 45 days
Upgraded SFR (3BR)	$950,000 - $1,350,000	1,000 - 1,665 SF	4 - 53 days
Larger SFR (3-4BR)	$1,350,000 - $1,800,000	1,500 - 2,240 SF	4 - 126 days
Premium / Multi-Unit (4-6BR)	$1,800,000 - $2,100,000	1,674 - 2,513 SF	4 - 6 days

Ranges based on 59 closed sales in ZIP 92102, January 1 - August 11, 2026. Individual results vary by condition, location within the ZIP, views, and renovation level.

Agent's Market Analysis · August 2026

Golden Hill in 2026: 59 Sales, $688 Per Square Foot, and a Market That Closes Right at Asking

ZIP 92102 is the kind of market where the buyers who got priced out of Mission Hills and North Park are now setting the comps. With 59 closed sales through August 11 - ranging from Broadway condos under $400K to large renovated SFRs above $2.1M - Golden Hill is competitive, steady, and increasingly recognized. The 13-day median DOM and 100.0% list-to-sale ratio tell a clear story: sellers who price correctly are getting everything they ask for, in under two weeks.

"At the $830,000 median, the gap between a 1% and 2.5% listing fee is $12,450. At the average sale price of $932,838, it's $13,993. Golden Hill sellers are already achieving 100% of list at negotiation - they're not leaving money at the table there. But a lot of them are leaving it in their listing agreement before the home ever goes live."

The most active segment has been 2-3BR SFRs priced $700K to $1.1M - homes on 19th, 22nd, 25th, 27th, 30th, Fern, Grove, Edgemont, and the residential streets climbing the ridge. These are typically Victorian-era or Craftsman homes on 2,500-7,000 SF lots, ranging from about 700 to 1,300 SF. Updated examples are moving in under 15 days. The raw-condition end of this tier reflects buyers who understand what Golden Hill is becoming and are willing to work for the right address.

The upper Golden Hill ridge - homes on B Street, Island Avenue, and the streets with direct downtown and bay sight lines - commands premiums that are hard to quantify on a per-SF basis. A 947 SF home on C Street closed at $1,100,000 in July. A 1,044 SF home on Felton sold at $1,155,850 in June. The view premium in upper Golden Hill is real, and buyers from Coronado and downtown are paying for it.

The South Park overlap - Grape, Fern, Juniper, and the blocks that the market calls South Park but the tax records call 92102 - is among the most demanded micro-markets in the ZIP. The $899K-$1.35M range in this area moves quickly when condition is right. The 92102/92104 border is invisible to buyers who want the Grape Street dining scene and oak-tree walkability at slightly more accessible price points than 92104 commands.

Nikolas Mazzola · CA DRE #01724621 · Broker, Shorebreak Real Estate · Analysis based on SDMLS data, ZIP 92102, Jan 1 - Aug 11, 2026.

Based on 2026 Golden Hill 92102 Sold Prices

How Much You Keep at 1% vs. 2.5%

At 92102's price points, the 1.5% difference between a 1% and 2.5% listing fee is real money - not a rounding error.

Your Sale Price	2.5% Listing Fee	1% Commission	You Save
$500,000	$12,500	$5,000	$7,500
$650,000	$16,250	$6,500	$9,750
$830,000 (2026 Median)	$20,750	$8,300	$12,450
$1,000,000	$25,000	$10,000	$15,000
$1,300,000	$32,500	$13,000	$19,500
$1,700,000	$42,500	$17,000	$25,500

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Neighborhood Guide · ZIP 92102

Living in Golden Hill, South Park & Grant Hill

Neighborhoods Within 92102

Golden Hill

Perched on a ridge with sweeping views of downtown San Diego and San Diego Bay, Golden Hill combines historic Victorian and Craftsman architecture with a genuinely walkable, mixed-use streetscape. The Broadway and B Street corridors anchor the western edge; the residential streets climbing east offer some of the most dramatic views in any urban San Diego ZIP.

South Park

Straddling 92102 and 92104, South Park is one of San Diego's most charming small-scale neighborhoods. Grape Street, Fern Street, and the surrounding blocks are lined with bungalows, boutique restaurants, independent coffee shops, and a farmers market that draws residents from across the city. Walkable, community-oriented, and in perpetual demand.

Grant Hill

The eastern section of 92102 offers more affordable entry points into the San Diego urban market. Grant Hill is a working residential neighborhood with SFR stock that attracts buyers seeking value within easy reach of downtown, Balboa Park, and the South Park dining scene. Appreciation has been consistent as neighboring ZIPs have pushed prices higher.

Lifestyle & Location

Downtown & Bay Views

Upper Golden Hill homes command panoramic views of the San Diego skyline, Coronado Bridge, and San Diego Bay - a feature that consistently commands premiums in 92102.

Balboa Park Access

The western edge of 92102 borders Balboa Park - 1,200 acres of museums, trails, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo. Most Golden Hill homes are a 10-minute walk to the park entrance.

South Park Dining Scene

Cafe Merlot, Buona Forchetta, Kindred, and a rotating cast of independent restaurants make the Grape Street corridor one of San Diego's best dining neighborhoods.

Downtown Proximity

Golden Hill is 10 minutes from downtown San Diego by car and bikeable on most days. Petco Park, the Gaslamp, and the Convention Center are all close enough for regular use.

Historic Architecture

92102 has one of the highest concentrations of pre-1930 Victorian and Craftsman homes in San Diego. Original character is a significant driver of buyer demand and premium pricing.

Transit & Walkability

Multiple MTS bus lines, proximity to the trolley, and Walk Score 80+ make 92102 one of the more transit-accessible neighborhoods outside of downtown proper.

Schools Serving 92102

Elementary

Golden Hill Elementary

SDUSD · K-5 · Golden Hill

Elementary

Grant Elementary

SDUSD · K-5 · Grant Hill

Elementary

Washington Elementary

SDUSD · K-5 · South Park

Middle School

Monroe Clark Middle