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Greetings... I have a *free* fully furnished private room and bath in my luxury highrise tower apartment in downtown San Diego.
The room is recently furnished with a queen size bed, large flat screen, nightstand, velvet chest, blackout curtains, mirrored closets, is carpeted and very plush and comfortable. The room looks out over the downtown skyline, the San Diego Bay, and Coronado.

The apartment is recently fully furnished with a wraparound balcony and panoramic views of the city, ocean and mountains, and is also adjacent to the opposing highrise tower which provides shade during most of the day and also gives an interesting view into many unsuspecting people's lives (joke). The place has central AC/Heat which is always on due to the sun, a washer/dryer in the unit and everything one would expect in a recently built luxury highrise apartment.

I've lived here for 5+ years and previously had my own 1 bedroom unit. I did go through the roommate phase but I've been used to having my own place for a while. Without going into too much detail, I was caught in the blast radius of an explosion which caused a somewhat serious mTBI injury. Luckily there was a floor between so I did not sustain any burn or shrapnel damage. As a result, I've been forced into something of an early retirement, as although it didn't cause any cognitive issues, it has effected my nerves, basically causing something like the jitters that I did not experience before. As a result, my doctors have suggested that someone living here to kind of just be around and help me out could provide some relief. While its suggested that this be a spouse, friend or family member, I don't have anyone available and that is what has brought me here, I am hoping to find a like minded individual looking for a place. So I've upgraded to a 2/2 unit and have the extra room and bath. My insurance is also paying something to the effect of $1200 per month for in house help... supposedly 2 hours per day to cook and help out with housework. Living in downtown, it has been completely impossible to find someone willing to come in for 2 hours per day and that is why I am looking for someone to move in.
This happened two years ago, and I was extremely lucky to have immediately found a very special individual who shortly after moving in became a good friend. This was very good timing for both of us, as my line of work does not allow for any kind of significant social circle (no social media, little contact with old friends, family etc) and she had similar circumstances. Unfortunately, due to family obligations, she had to move out and I am hoping to find someone to take on her role.
Although technically the person living here is supposed to be cooking, cleaning and taking care of me, I am more looking for a team effort, as I occasionally feel energetic and would prefer a more friendly shared living arrangement rather than strictly an employee type relationship. Again, a like minded individual on a similar wavelength, with some similar interests would be best.

That brings us to the legalities of the arrangement. Due to the nature of my injury, I need someone who is really on the ball in terms of being able to ensure that the 'waters' are kept calm. Sadly there is no known cure for a mTBI (Mild Traumatic Brain Disorder), but I have always been a yoga enthusiast and also work out and play sports. I found that one thing that really helps me is something called a hands on adjustment in yoga, which basically involves the yoga instructor performing something of a transfer of relaxation energy, which calms the mind and spirit. So a yoga teacher or practitioner or someone who understands that kind of mindset ( alternative healing) would be a great fit in this situation. There would be a California Alternative Healthcare practitioner agreement in place, which basically states that whoever is here is not a licensed physician, the intent of the treatment, and that either party is free to not participate if anyone is uncomfortable in any way. Again, nothing shady going on, this is a legitimate injury and there is nothing illicit involved. But if someone is living in my personal space, due to the injury and my new sensitivity to subtle energy, the person definitely needs to be comfortable contributing to a very positive minded, nurturing environment. At the same time, I am a very respectful, considerate individual, and, for me, it is essential that both people living here are completely comfortable in a serene shared living environment. Very 'step lightly in the forest' situation. Although I am not requiring a licensed yoga practitioner/alternative healer, although that would be great, anyone familiar with the practices and mindset will suffice, or anyone willing and open to adopt that way of thinking while living here. Or alternatively, anyone willing to provide an occasional massage would be fine, again under the Alternative Healthcare Agreement, which just means there wouldn't be any license required and it would be considered an alternative healing practice. Again, nothing illicit going on and everything within the confines of the law, I also happen to be a (non-practicing) attorney as per my line of employment, so I am very aware of how things work. Keep in mind that I need whoever is here to be an able bodied, healthy individual who is capable of performing the duties that I have laid out here without issues, this is due to medical reasons not any kind of discrimination on my part. Would love to help someone out but in this case I am the one in need of assistance 😅

All of this sounds heavy and serious, but in reality it is a very lighthearted and relaxing living arrangement. In the two years with my previous individual, we were laughing all the time, had a very good time together and never got into any kind of arguments. The main issue we had was finding things to do since we weren't working full time. She was able to complete her degree program and we had plenty of time to go on road trips, beach, hikes, tennis, skiing, and all kinds of other things (as friends). The key was that she realized she was kind of here in a nurturing aspect and we kept it light and always maintained a good sense of humor. Again, this is not something I would normally be looking for or require, but it is due to a legitimate injury and needs to be taken seriously.

Another important aspect is that for whoever is here, this would be your living arrangement. That is a very serious issue and is not to be taken lightly. First of all, everything needed is here. There is no room for additional furniture, but there is available storage in the building for some things if needed. Second of all, whoever is here would be here as a service provider, not a standard tenant. You would be listed as an occupant on the lease and entitled to all the benefits of living here, but I am the sole person on the lease and financially responsible for all of it. Again, I am a very easy going person and completely aware that this is a living arrangement, but it means that whoever is here does not have tenant's rights and can be asked to leave at any time. So it is essential that whoever is here is willing to take the position seriously, although honestly speaking, it shouldn't be very difficult. There is not some massive workload of things that need to be done, but whoever is here has to be someone who is honest and does not try to take advantage.

That brings us to the next aspect. What exactly is expected in our day to day lives. Whoever is here, will be living expense free and also making an additional $1200 per month, although a part of that will come back to me for your share of household expenses (food, utilities, parking etc). Its also possible (and encouraged) that whoever is here can work a part time job, go to school and hopefully make progress in your life. Again, its essential that both of us be in a balanced, healthy state in order to sustain a peaceful, serene shared living environment.

Things I can't have here. First of all, this is best for someone without any outside significant obligations. In exchange for living here expense free, I need to be doing well. That means that your living here and enjoying all the benefits of living here, you need to be committed to my wellness. With me in particular, just because of the type of person I am, I also want to make sure that you are well also. But this means there can't be any kind of third wheel, no pets that are the primary focus of your attention while living here, no one spending the night, I like to have people over and this place is nice for entertaining, but at the end of the day, in exchange for living here, the priority is that both of us are doing well. I am not providing free lodging for people who don't live here.
What happens if things are not going well? I like to keep communication open and depending on the severity of it I will try to let you know what I need to happen, or give you a reasonable notice that you will have to leave if it appears you are not willing to make a sincere effort. Again, someone who is looking for a free room without the intention of knowing what is required and the willingness to understand that I need to be the focus of some of your attention while your living here is not encouraged to inquire. There needs to be an amount of attention equal to what you are receiving in terms of the health and peace of mind of living here worry free or the arrangement is not going to work. And this is a luxury highrise apartment... you don't need to be on tip toes, but you need to be able to treat the place with respect or you'll be asked to leave. Again not something that I expect to happen, and I assume that this wouldn't be an issue for whoever is interested, but its something that should be said. I can easily Air BnB this room for $200 a night, so of course while I am not expecting anyone to slave around here to the tune of $200 per day, it has to be reflected in your attitude and overall demeanor with me, again due to the nature of the injury. I am not a needy attention seeking individual, but if your here in my place, you can't be locked up in your room, you need to be on top of things, making sure that I'm doing well. At the same time if I'm doing well, you need to be able to keep yourself occupied some of the time also. There's multiple TV's in the place, a pool table in the apartment, a wraparound balcony, a gym, pool and jacuzzi on site, the zoo, museums, clubs, restaurants all within walking distance. When we weren't gaming, my last person would watch TV and be on her phone in the living room while I was hanging out with my friends online and that was nice.

Again, not much actual work load, and I dont require too much attention, but it has to be made up for in demeanor and overall level of effort and care in making sure that my place remains a very serene, relaxing, enjoyable shared living space. If you can take it all with a grain of salt, maintain a good sense of humor and sincerely be grateful that I've taken care of all of our needs and want to make sure I'm doing well in turn, this can be a great opportunity to tune out the difficulties of what is going on out there and make progress with your goals, in your life and whatever you are trying to accomplish.

Feel free to message me with what type of arrangement your looking for and what kind of obligations you currently have and I will respond with more details and show you around the place. It's not a scam but I'm only willing to open up my home to a trustworthy, like minded individual with similar interests. I am looking for someone that will become a friend where we can hang out and do things together to facilitate a very relaxing, enjoyable shared living arrangement. There is also a very basic security clearance required that I will handle (no felonies etc).

  • Apartment share
  • San Diego
  • 92101
$1 monthly
small Private bathroom

Availability

Available
Available now
Minimum term
None
Maximum term
None
  • Short rentals considered

Extra cost

Deposit
$0.00
Utilities included?
Yes
Fees apply?
No

Amenities

Furnishings
Furnished
Parking
Yes
Garage
Yes
Yard/patio
No
Balcony/roof terrace
Yes
Disabled access
No
Living room
shared
Broadband included
Yes

Current household

# roommates
1
Total # rooms
2
Age
31
Smoker?
No
Any pets?
No
Occupation
Professional
Gender
Male

New roommate preferences

Couples OK?
No
Smoking OK?
No
Pets OK?
No
Occupation
Don't mind
References?
No
Min age
18
Max age
45
Gender
No preference

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