Available approximately Oct. 15, pending a few fixes. could be as late as Nov. 1
Designated historic landmark in the South Park historic district!
Beautiful freestanding 1925-vintage Spanish-style bungalow at Elm Courts, a stylish and charming registered historical landmark in San Diego's fabulous South Park neighborhood. Casita is in excellent restored condition. Good quantity of storage for the era. Functioning double-hung windows, hardwood floors, built-in glass-front cabinets, dining room, living room, spacious bedroom, and updated kitchen with quality appliances. Includes window AC unit, if desired.
This bungalow, 1744 (each has its own address), is one of 2 somewhat larger units at the property at the "head" of each 5-bungalow court. It shares no walls and sits above the street somewhat for excellent privacy.
A large solar power array is installed at the property, so the electrical bill is low (SDG&E's minimum fee of about $11/month still applies). Electric car charging (Level 2) available at a reasonable rate.
Wifi is provided at no charge (no uptime guarantee), connected via AT&T fiber optic cable. Fastest level available. You are of course welcome to get your own internet, if desired.
There are 10 bungalows total, Nicely landscaped common areas, some (first-come) off-street parking, shared patio area, and friendly neighbors. Only 1.5 blocks from Balboa Park. Walkable to "downtown" Southpark, the Harland tasting room, the Grape St. dog park, etc. etc.
Storage garage available for $150/month extra -- suitable for bikes, surfboards, etc. The storage garages are newly-built and have roll-up doors. You supply the padlock.
Card/coin laundry room on-site. Newer Speedqueen machines.
Purified water available at no charge from the airport-style drinking fountain in the laundry room -- fill up your bottles and pitchers for much better tasting water, anytime. There is also an ice machine for unlimited free ice anytime you need it. Nice commercial Manitowoc machine.
No pets preferred, but considered (pet rent and/or deposit apply). These bungalows are ideal for a single person.
Transit: South Park is one of the most bike-friendly neighborhoods in San Diego, and you can get most places you'd want to go on foot or by bike. There is also the #2 bus line nearby, which makes it super convenient to get downtown for a Padres game etc. Parking is generally very easy on the street, as there are no other apartments in the area.
Owner does not live on-site, incidentally, but visits from time to time.
features:
- hardwood floors, original oak
- new stainless steel gas stove
- newer stainless steel fridge
- built-in cabinets with glass-doors
- card/coin laundry on-site
- some offstreet parking, plenty of street parking
- quick access to 94 and I-5 and downtown
- cool neighbors
- nicely landscaped/maintained common areas
- fruit trees & 3 types of hot pepper plants -- jalapeno, habanero, ghost (insanely hot)
- great proximity to Balboa Park and all the fantastic restaurants & shops South Park has to offer -- Buona Forchetta, Kindred, Mothership, Fernside, Harland, etc. etc.
- exceptionally cool landlord :)
- you will get your deposit back if the place is well cared for and everything is 100% moved out at the end of your lease.
Renter's insurance is required. It's cheap.
prohibited things:
- smoking
- satellite TV (they drill holes in my buildings and are hideously ugly)
- subletting/vacation renting
- disturbing neighbors
IF YOU REQUEST A TOUR, TELL ME SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF OR WHAT YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SO I KNOW YOU'RE ACTUALLY A REAL PERSON. I DON'T RESPOND TO GENERIC INQUIRIES BECAUSE I GET TOO MANY. NO OPEN HOUSES WILL BE HELD -- SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
thanks for looking! - Scott (owner)
Tenant pays SDG&E, cable, internet (if you want your own connection). Owner pays water and AT&T fiber for property-wide free wifi (again, no uptime guarantee).
Important note on garbage collection: The City of San Diego has just implemented a major policy change in which they will soon begin charging for trash collection. This will be divided among the tenants as an additional fee. I don't know what that will be yet, but wild guess is $20-40 per month per unit.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$2,450/mo
1744 29th St, San Diego, CA 92102
1beds
650sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Thu Oct 16 2025
No pets
Window unit, ceiling fan
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Forced air, fireplace
What's special
Large solar power arrayNicely landscaped common areasExcellent privacyShared patio areaBuilt-in glass-front cabinetsDining roomSpacious bedroom
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace
Cooling
- Window Unit, Ceiling Fan
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 650 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony, Bicycle storage, Cable not included in rent, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Heating system: Forced Air, High-speed Internet Ready, Internet not included in rent, Lawn, Living room, Stainless steel appliances, Utilities fee required, Vintage, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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10/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,450+36.5%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner | ||
12/22/2017 | Listing removed | $1,795$3/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
12/6/2017 | Price change | $1,795-1.6%$3/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
11/8/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,825$3/sqft |
Source: Owner |