Tucked away on a corner lot in a peaceful neighborhood with no through streets, 2866 Whitney Street offers privacy, space, and exceptional potential in the heart of San Diego. This 3-bedroom home with an additional optional bedroom spans approximately 1,426 square feet on a 5,800 square foot lot—providing flexible living for growing households, multigenerational needs, a home office, or creative space. The layout offers generous proportions and is ready for a new owner to bring their vision and finishing touches to life. Whether you're an investor seeking your next opportunity or a buyer ready to personalize a home to your exact taste, this property presents incredible upside. Step outside and you’ll discover a true garden sanctuary. The backyard is filled with mature, producing fruit trees and herbs including guava, lemon, sweet lime, kumquat, navel orange, apple, persimmon, loquat, and cherimoya, along with a bay leaf bush and fragrant rosemary. It’s a rare opportunity to enjoy your own private orchard right at home. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, major freeways, and everything central San Diego has to offer, this property combines neighborhood tranquility with city accessibility—without the added restrictions or fees of an HOA.
Sold for $920,000
$920,000
2866 Whitney St, San Diego, CA 92111
3beds
1,426sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$260,600 Zestimate®
$645/sqft
$3,822 Estimated rent
Home value
$260,600
$240,000 - $281,000
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Corner lotTrue garden sanctuaryGenerous proportions
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Listed by:
Peter Middleton DRE #01224842 858-258-7383,
eXp Realty of California Inc,
Andrea Fulop DRE #02009450 858-888-6115,
eXp Realty of California Inc
Bought with:
Alissa Anderson, DRE #02204214
TurboHome Brokerage Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260004564
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall/Gravity
Cooling
- N/K
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Range
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,426
- Total interior livable area: 1,426 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Parking
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete
- Pool features: N/K
- Spa features: N/K
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 4272220800
- Special conditions: Call Agent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Other/Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Subdivision: LINDA VISTA
HOA
- Amenities included: Pets Permitted
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $645/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $247,831
- Annual tax amount: $3,699
- Date on market: 2/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Sold | $920,000+2.8%$645/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260004564 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2026 | Pending sale | $895,000$628/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #260004564 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $895,000+468.3%$628/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #260004564SD Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2025 | Listing removed | $3,495$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,495$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2024 | Listing removed | $3,495$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,495$2/sqft |
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| 4/30/1999 | Sold | $157,500$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,699 +21.1% | $247,831 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,055 +2.2% | $242,973 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,988 +2.8% | $238,209 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,908 +0.8% | $233,539 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,884 +1.3% | $228,961 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,846 +4% | $226,614 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,737 +4.7% | $222,171 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,614 +2.4% | $217,816 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,552 +1.8% | $213,546 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,507 +1.5% | $209,360 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,471 +1.5% | $206,216 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,433 | $202,178 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $201,265 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $197,319 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $193,451 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $192,006 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $192,463 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $188,690 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $184,991 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $181,365 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $177,810 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $174,324 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $171,130 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $167,775 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $164,487 |
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Neighborhood: Linda Vista
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chesterton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Montgomery Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Kearny Digital Media & Design SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: San Diego Unified School Distric
Source: SDMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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