Beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Birdland neighborhood of Serra Mesa! This 1,296 sq. ft. home features a new roof and rain gutters (May 2026), hickory engineered wood floors, and a stylish kitchen with soapstone countertops, a copper farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms were remodeled in July 2026 with custom marble and tile finishes, and the primary bedroom features new carpeting. Enjoy a fenced and gated backyard with low-maintenance artificial turf, a hot tub, a covered patio with TV hookup, and a storage shed. A standout feature is the fully owned, paid-off 3.72 kW Tesla solar system with SDG&E NEM 2.0 net metering. Additional upgrades include a 200-amp electrical panel, 220V wiring for EV charging in the garage, two mini-split heating and cooling systems, a 2024 electric water heater, a hot-water recirculation system, a water softener, and security screens. Centrally located near Mission Valley, Fashion Valley, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Rady Children’s Hospital, shopping, dining, and major freeways. An inviting home with extensive updates in a convenient San Diego location!
For sale
$1,049,000
2072 Cardinal Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
4beds
1,296sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1980
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$1,038,700 Zestimate®
$809/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced and gated backyardSoapstone countertopsCopper farmhouse sinkSecurity screensStainless steel appliancesHot tubHickory engineered wood floors
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Listed by:
Brent Haywood DRE #01075187 619-206-2705,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.,
Tamara Arlene Haywood DRE #02181870 619-368-6510,
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260025416
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace, Mini Split
Cooling
- Wall/Window, Mini Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Oven, Gas Stove
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Front Entry, EV Charging Station(s)
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full,Gate,Excellent Condition,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 6771702700
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: SAN DIEGO
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $809/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $526,638
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Estimated market value
$1,038,700
$987,000 - $1.09M
$4,307/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000+162.3%$809/sqft |
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| 7/24/2009 | Sold | $400,000-3.6%$309/sqft |
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| 6/12/2009 | Listed for sale | $415,000+59.9%$320/sqft |
Source: Postlets Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2009 | Sold | $259,500-42.9%$200/sqft |
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| 7/17/2007 | Sold | $454,623$351/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $526,638 +2% |
| 2025 | $6,932 +12.4% | $516,312 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,166 +2.3% | $506,189 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,028 +2.8% | $496,265 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,866 +0.7% | $486,535 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,824 +1.2% | $476,996 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,753 +2.4% | $472,106 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,616 +6.4% | $462,850 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,280 +2.5% | $453,776 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,153 +1.7% | $444,880 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,069 +1.5% | $436,157 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,993 +1.6% | $429,606 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,914 | $421,191 +2.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $411,070 |
| 2012 | -- | $411,070 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $403,011 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $400,000 +11.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $360,000 -20% |
| 2008 | -- | $450,000 -6.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $479,400 +174.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $174,595 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $171,172 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $167,817 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $164,743 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $161,514 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $158,348 |
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Neighborhood: Bird Land
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