Welcome to 4171 First Avenue, a beautifully renovated 3-bed, 2-bath home in the heart of Hillcrest, offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern living. Step inside to find an open, light-filled floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, fresh paint, recessed lighting, and stylish finishes throughout. The updated kitchen features white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, and ample counter space—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite includes vaulted ceilings and a stunning en suite bath. Enjoy year-round comfort with central heating and air, plus the convenience of an indoor laundry room and detached one-car garage. Outside, a landscaped front yard and cozy backyard with lemon trees create an inviting space to relax or host gatherings. Located just steps from Hillcrest’s vibrant restaurants, shops, and cafes, and minutes from Balboa Park, Downtown, and several major hospitals—including Scripps Mercy, UCSD Medical Center, and Rady Children’s—this home offers exceptional walkability and a lifestyle that’s hard to beat.
For sale
$1,300,000
4171 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
3beds
1,197sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,086/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stylish finishes throughoutSpacious primary suiteStunning en suite bathDetached one-car garageFresh paintSubway tile backsplashOpen light-filled floor plan
- 36 days
- 641
- 26
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Listed by:
Joseph T Bostaph DRE #02129943 480-452-7896,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260019113
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Counter Top
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,197
- Total interior livable area: 1,197 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Wood
Details
- Parcel number: 4445020500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: HILLCREST
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,086/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $775,890
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cal Vet,Cash,Conventional,VA
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+4.1%$1,086/sqft |
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| 4/26/2026 | Listing removed | $4,495$4/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,495$4/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listing removed | $1,249,000$1,043/sqft |
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| 3/17/2026 | Price change | $1,249,000-0.1%$1,043/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Price change | $1,250,000-2%$1,044/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $1,275,000-1.9%$1,065/sqft |
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| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+126.1%$1,086/sqft |
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| 8/8/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/27/2024 | Price change | $4,495-6.3%$4/sqft |
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| 7/4/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,795+6.7%$4/sqft |
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| 10/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,495$4/sqft |
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| 2/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/8/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,495$4/sqft |
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| 2/11/2010 | Sold | $575,000+43.8%$480/sqft |
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| 10/15/2009 | Sold | $400,000-38.5%$334/sqft |
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| 5/1/2008 | Listing removed | $650,000$543/sqft |
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| 4/11/2008 | Listed for sale | $650,000-7%$543/sqft |
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| 7/7/2004 | Sold | $699,000+225.1%$584/sqft |
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| 8/18/2000 | Sold | $215,000$180/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $775,890 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,077 +9.6% | $760,677 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,194 +3.2% | $745,763 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,905 +2.7% | $731,141 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,667 +0.7% | $716,806 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,606 +1.2% | $702,752 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,501 +2.2% | $695,547 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,315 +6.6% | $681,910 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,803 +2.5% | $668,541 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,616 +1.6% | $655,433 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,493 +1.5% | $642,583 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,382 +5.1% | $632,932 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $7,022 | $600,000 +3.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $579,328 |
| 2012 | -- | $579,328 |
| 2011 | -- | $579,328 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $575,000 -4.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $600,000 -19.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $741,783 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $727,239 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $712,980 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $699,000 +154.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $274,720 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $269,686 +23% |
| 2002 | -- | $219,300 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $215,000 |
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