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  • Price cut: $20K (10/21)
    $775,000

    3553 Monroe Ave, San Diego, CA 92116

    2beds
    616sqft
    : 
    $5,270/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1937
    2,178 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,258/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private backyardBeautifully remodeled turnkey homeModern finishesAbundant natural lightClean contemporary designFresh paint throughoutNew flooring
    Welcome to this beautifully remodeled, turnkey home in the heart of Normal Heights! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath house features a finished garage, solar, a private backyard, abundant natural light, and an unbeatable location within walking distance of everything the neighborhood has to offer. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior that has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom. The fully renovated kitchen features new cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, and a clean, contemporary design. The updated bathroom showcases new tile and modern finishes, while new flooring and fresh paint throughout complete the home's refreshed look. A new mini-split system provides efficient heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced, private backyard with a new concrete patio, an ideal setting for entertaining, dining al fresco, or simply relaxing outdoors. The patio offers direct access to the finished one-car garage, providing valuable flexibility for parking, storage, a home office, gym, studio, or potential future ADU conversion. Additional off-street parking is available in the driveway. The home is also equipped with 11 solar panels, offering great energy efficiency. Enjoy the best of Normal Heights, North Park, and Kensington from this centrally located home. Walk to groceries, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and neighborhood favorites, with convenient access to major freeways, the beach, Downtown San Diego, and the airport. Write an offer today, this home won’t last!!!
    31 days
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    Listed by:

    Dylan P O'Neill DRE #02096031 Preferred:619-672-3963,

    LPT Realty, Inc

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260023199MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Mini Split
      Cooling
      • Mini Split
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Garage Door Opener, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels
      • Laundry: Gas, Washer Hookup
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 616
      • Total interior livable area: 616 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage - Front Entry
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: 1 Story
      • Pool features: N/K
      • Fencing: Full,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 2,178 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4471010200
      • Zoning: R-3:RESTRI
      • Zoning description: R-3:RESTRI

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Roof: Slate
      Condition
      • Year built: 1937

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
      • Water: Meter on Property, Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: NORMAL HEIGHTS
      Location
      • Region: San Diego

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,258/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $633,766
      • Date on market: 9/23/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/21/2026Price change$775,000-2.5%$1,258/sqft
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        9/23/2026Listed for sale$795,000+42.7%$1,291/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #260023199 Report a problem
        8/17/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        8/13/2022Price change$3,750-5.1%$6/sqft
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        8/2/2022Listed for rent$3,950$6/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        6/18/2022Listing removed--
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        6/10/2022Listed for rent$3,950+41.1%$6/sqft
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        2/24/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/5/2020Listing removed$2,800$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/26/2020Listed for rent$2,800-3.4%$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/27/2019Listing removed$2,900$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/10/2019Price change$2,900-3.3%$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        5/16/2019Listed for rent$3,000$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/25/2018Sold$557,000+1.5%$904/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/29/2018Pending sale$549,000$891/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - La Mesa #180033647 Report a problem
        6/21/2018Listed for sale$549,000+40.8%$891/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Res. Brokerage #180033647 Report a problem
        12/3/2015Sold$390,000-2.3%$633/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/29/2015Listed for sale$399,000$648/sqft
        Source: Willis Allen Real Estate #150045895 Report a problem
        10/2/2015Listing removed$399,000$648/sqft
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        8/21/2015Price change$399,000+0.3%$648/sqft
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        8/15/2015Price change$398,000-0.3%$646/sqft
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        8/4/2015Price change$399,000-2.7%$648/sqft
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        7/17/2015Listed for sale$410,000+67.3%$666/sqft
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        9/15/2009Sold$245,000$398/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $633,766 +2%
        2025$8,334 +10.9%$621,340 +2%
        2024$7,516 +2.3%$609,158 +2%
        2023$7,350 +2.7%$597,214 +2%
        2022$7,155 +0.7%$585,505 +2%
        2021$7,106 +1.2%$574,025 +1%
        2020$7,020 +2.3%$568,140 +2%
        2019$6,862 +43%$557,000 +37.3%
        2018$4,798 +2.4%$405,756 +2%
        2017$4,685 +1.6%$397,800 +2%
        2016$4,609 +51.7%$390,000 +48.2%
        2015$3,038 +1.6%$263,134 +2%
        2014$2,989 $257,980 +0.5%
        2013-- $256,815 +2%
        2012-- $251,780 +2%
        2011-- $246,844 +0.8%
        2010-- $245,000 +1069.2%
        2009-- $20,954 +2%
        2008-- $20,544 +2%
        2007-- $20,142 +2%
        2006-- $19,748 +2%
        2005-- $19,362 +2%
        2004-- $18,984 +1.9%
        2003-- $18,637 +2%
        2002-- $18,273 +2%
        2001-- $17,915
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        Neighborhood: Normal Heights

        Getting around

        89 / 100
        Very Walkable
        49 / 100
        Some Transit

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