212 E 3rd St, National City, CA 91950
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Bedroom 3
OFF MARKET

$713,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 25, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,300 sqft

212 E 3rd St, National City, CA 91950

Northside

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1944
1,300 sqft
$549/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Views to the yardGreat natural lightLarge dining roomStainless steel refrigeratorSpacious bedroomsHardwood flooring
A beautiful single-family home in the heart of National City is waiting for you! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath Cottage offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and space.

The floor plan is great and inviting living and dining area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests.
- Foyer has an independent hall closet with antique brass chime!
- Very spacious bedrooms with deep and tall closets
- Very large living room, located in the corner with great natural light, with archway leading to the kitchen.
- Very large dining room, with views to the yard
- Large dedicated laundry room, with cabinets above, a rare find.
- Kitchen has a built in eat in diner-style booth and table from the 50's!
- Stainless steel refrigerator, gas range/oven, and microwave
- Hardwood flooring in the living room, dining room, and bedrooms; ceramic tile in the laundry room, bathroom, and kitchen
- Pet-friendly for small pets up to 40 pounds. Pet rent $50/mo for each pet
- Monthly pest control
- A fully-furnished option is available

This home is situated in a prime location, offering unbeatable access to everything San Diego has to offer.
- Just minutes away from Naval Station San Diego, NAS North Island, Paradise Valley Hospital, plus a quick 7-minute drive to downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, or Coronado's stunning beaches.
- Enjoy easy access to freeways, free local shuttle, public transit (trolley and bus, both very close by), and a lively neighborhood with restaurants, shopping, and entertainment within walking distance.

Don't miss this opportunity to make this exceptional home yours!

Resident Requirements:
1. The combined income of applicants is equal to 2.5 times the monthly rent.
Employment verifiable by pay stubs and bank statements
3. Minimum 650 credit score
4. No eviction record, negative landlord reference, outstanding landlord collection, judgment, or rent bureau reporting of any kind.
5. No smoking
6. Renter's insurance required

- The combined income of applicants is equal to 2.5 times the monthly rent.
- Employment verifiable by pay stubs and bank statements
- Minimum 650 credit score
- No eviction record, negative landlord reference, outstanding landlord collection, judgment, or rent bureau reporting of any kind.
- No smoking
- Renter's insurance required
- Pet Rent - $50/mo for each pet
212 E 3rd St, National City, CA 91950 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,300 sqft single-family home in Northside, built in 1944. It last sold for $322,000 on Feb 4, 2004 (9,373% above the $3,399 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $3,775 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 23, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $713,500, with a rent estimate of $3,061/month.

Home Details for 212 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1944
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Comparable Sales for 212 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
437 E 4th St, National City, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$780,000
10/09/25
3
1
1,460 sqft
530 E 1st St, National City, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$710,000
12/30/25
3
1
1,162 sqft
426 E Ave, National City, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$705,000
08/04/26
2
1
1,161 sqft
432 E 5th St, National City, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$700,000
04/10/26
2
1
926 sqft
3994 Division St, San Diego, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$675,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,242 sqft
4046-48 Eta St, San Diego, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$675,000
02/13/26
3
1
1,100 sqft
406 G Ave, National City, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$660,000
02/19/26
2
1
779 sqft
4176 Epsilon St, San Diego, CA
0.52
Single-Family Home
$700,000
03/30/26
3
1
1,026 sqft
516 E 3rd St, National City, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$660,000
03/20/26
2
2
938 sqft
700 E 1st St, National City, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$680,000
05/27/26
3
2
2,038 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Northside

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,061/mo
Average rent
$2.28K
$195MoM
Available listings
37
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Neighborhood Overview

Northside
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What Locals Say about Northside

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say car is needed

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "There are no community events, at least any that I know of. I've been living here for over 10 years and the only community event this neighborhood has shared with each other is the occasional taco truck sale."
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  • Busy
    "It’s ok.... not the best but not the worst either.... A lot of homeless ppl around though and it’s on a busy street. "
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  • Patchapman48
    "and good youth sports. Many varieties of activities and a Boys and Girls Club next to Kimball Park. Caution should be taken, and coaches checked out. Great place to do some volunteer work such snack bar, team mother, scorekeeper."
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  • Alinazar379
    "I don’t know because I don’t have a dogs But I think they are ok no one complains about any. Thing "
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  • Patchapman48
    "It’s been cleaned up. Home values starting too climb, finally. Small town, crammed between San Diego and Chula Vista."
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  • Danny L. B.
    "Lots of good food and supermarkets and culture! Good families around and people look out for each other."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,399
Sep 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,399
Price decreased by 6%
Aug 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,599
Price decreased by 3%
Jul 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,699
Price increased by 3%
Jul 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,599
Price decreased by 5%

Frequently asked questions about 212 E 3rd St

  • What is 212 E 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 212 E 3rd St in National City, CA is $713,500.
  • What is the price history for 212 E 3rd St?
    212 E 3rd St in National City, CA last sold for $322,000 in February 2004.
  • Is National City a buyer's or seller's market?
    National City is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about the Northside neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Northside neighborhood in National City, CA as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Northside, National City.

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