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#NDP2409922, Jan Horn, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker West
$10,900,000 List price
2900 Nichols St San Diego, CA 92106
5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
4,951 sqft
0.4 acres
$2,202 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2900 Nichols St
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a legacy estate in a prestigious waterfront location. Perched in an exclusive, elevated coastal location, this iconic San Diego waterfront estate offers an unparalleled sanctuary of privacy, luxury, and timeless elegance. As a designated Mills Act Historic Site (No. 466), it also offers substantial property tax savings. Designed in 1929 by renowned architect Richard S. Requa, this Spanish Colonial Revival masterpiece effortlessly marries historic grandeur with modern sophistication—all framed by breathtaking, unobstructed Bay and City views. Spanning over a third of an acre, this secluded legacy estate is meticulously designed for both grand entertaining and intimate family living. Expansive, light-filled interiors flow seamlessly, creating a refined yet inviting atmosphere for gatherings of any scale. The estate’s private, gated grounds provide a serene retreat, with lush gardens, multiple terraces, and an outdoor oasis offering direct access to the pristine waterfront—your own front-row seat to San Diego’s ever-changing coastal beauty. Complete with a guest house, private office, pool, spa, beach house, and rare direct beach access, this property defines exclusive waterfront living.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,951 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.3616 Acres
Year built1929
ParkingGarage, Gravel, On Site, Private
MLS #NDP2502783
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontBeach, Bay Front, Waterfront
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewBay, City Lights, Other, Ocean, Panoramic, Water
Private poolYes
Summary
- MLS Number: NDP2502783
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
- Office Email: megan.luce@pacificsir.com
- Listing Agent: Megan Luce
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2005 | Home Sold | $5,000,000 |
| Aug 13, 1998 | Home Sold | $2,950,000 |
Tax history
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History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Cabrillo Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.7 mi
•3120 Talbot St
9
Sunset View Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.2 mi
•4365 Hill St
8
Dana Middle School
Public District 5-6
1.5 mi
•1775 Chatsworth Blvd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $103,770. The majority of San Diego, CA residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
13%
<35k
36%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
26%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
34%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Men's Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2900 Nichols St
This home is located at 2900 Nichols St in San Diego, CA and zip code 92106 in the La Playa neighborhood. This 4,951 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.36 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $10,900,000.
Over 64 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in San Diego, CA. In the same period over 84 listings were sold below the listed price and 37 listings were sold for the listed price. In March 2025 in San Diego, CA there were 15.3% more homes for sale than in February. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 30 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $927,823.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.