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Sold for $869,000
  • $869,000

    4820 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA 92120

    3beds
    1,097sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    7,405 Square Feet Lot
    $871,100 Zestimate®
    $792/sqft
    $4,022 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $871,100

    $801,000 - $941,000

    $4,022/mo

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    What's special

    Mature fruit treesBackyard shedEstablished landscapingRaised planting bedsAttached garageIconic black-and-white tile flooringClassic cabinetry
    A rare blend of character, comfort, and garden-centered living, this thoughtfully refreshed single-level home offers bright interior spaces and an exceptional backyard designed for outdoor enjoyment and garden focused landscaping. Inside, natural light pours through wide windows onto original hardwood floors, creating warm, inviting living spaces with clean lines and timeless appeal. The main living area is open and flexible, ideal for both relaxed daily living and easy entertaining. The kitchen brings distinctive personality with curated vintage style, classic cabinetry, generous storage, and iconic black-and-white tile flooring — blending charm with functionality. Adjacent dining space enjoys views toward the greenery, reinforcing the home’s indoor-outdoor connection. Bedrooms are comfortably sized and filled with light, while the updated bath features modern tile work and a glass-enclosed shower for a crisp, move-in-ready finish. What truly sets this property apart is the outdoor environment. The backyard has been intentionally developed into a productive and beautifully layered garden space featuring raised planting beds, mature fruit trees, established landscaping, and an area of turf. Whether your vision is farm-to-table living, weekend gardening, outdoor dining, or simply a private green retreat, this yard delivers both function and lifestyle. The garden landscape is both beautiful and productive, featuring a diverse collection of mature fruit trees including orange, grape, plum, peach, blackberry, avocado, tangerine, apricot, and macadamia nut, along with a dedicated area of native plantings designed to support pollinators and year-round bloom. An expansive covered patio extends the living space outdoors, creating a year-round gathering and entertaining area. The layout supports multiple uses, garden cultivation, play space, pets, and future customization all within a private, usable setting. Attached garage, backyard shed, generous driveway parking complete the property. Just off the kitchen is an additional bonus room with expanded cabinetry and storage that offers flexible use and could easily function as a large laundry room, office, or creative workspace. Positioned on a corner lot and slightly elevated above the street, the home enjoys added presence and privacy. Additional interior storage is thoughtfully incorporated, including dual hallway closets for everyday convenience. A home that offers not just living space, but lifestyle, where indoor comfort meets outdoor abundance. Set in the desirable Allied Gardens neighborhood, and the highly desirable 92120 zip code, this home offers exceptional access to some of San Diego’s best outdoor recreation, including nearby Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain, and Lake Murray, with miles of hiking, biking, and walking trails just minutes away. The location is equally convenient for daily living, with quick access to major freeways, Costco, grocery stores, local shopping, neighborhood dining, and essential services, including a hospital just up the street. Downtown San Diego, beaches, and San Diego International Airport are all within approximately a ten-minute drive, making it easy to stay connected while enjoying a nature-forward community setting. A home that offers not just living space, but lifestyle, where indoor comfort meets outdoor abundance.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jenica Martin DRE #01933551 925-787-1911,

    Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Robert R Quinlivan, DRE #01519215

    Navigation Realty

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260003561MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air Unit
    Cooling
    • N/K
    Appliances
    • Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,097
    • Total interior livable area: 1,097 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 5
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: 1 Story
    • Pool features: N/K
    • Fencing: Full,Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 4582220700
    • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
    • Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer Connected
    • Water: Meter on Property

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Allied Gardens
    Location
    • Region: San Diego

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $792/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $237,762
    • Annual tax amount: $3,447
    • Date on market: 2/13/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/30/2026Sold$869,000+2.4%$792/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #260003561 Report a problem
    3/5/2026Pending sale$849,000$774/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #260003561 Report a problem
    2/13/2026Listed for sale$849,000+479.5%$774/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #260003561 Report a problem
    7/12/1996Sold$146,500+18.9%$134/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    3/29/1996Sold$123,236+24547.2%$112/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/15/1995Sold$500
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,447 +22.6%$237,762 +2%
    2024$2,812 +2.3%$233,101 +2%
    2023$2,748 +2.8%$228,531 +2%
    2022$2,673 +0.7%$224,051 +2%
    2021$2,653 +1.2%$219,659 +1%
    2020$2,620 +3.2%$217,407 +2%
    2019$2,540 +5.6%$213,145 +2%
    2018$2,405 +2.5%$208,966 +2%
    2017$2,346 +1.7%$204,869 +2%
    2016$2,306 +1.5%$200,853 +1.5%
    2015$2,271 +1.6%$197,837 +2%
    2014$2,235 $193,963 +0.5%
    2013-- $193,087 +2%
    2012-- $189,302 +2%
    2011-- $185,592 +0.8%
    2010-- $184,205 -0.2%
    2009-- $184,643 +2%
    2008-- $181,024 +2%
    2007-- $177,476 +2%
    2006-- $173,997 +2%
    2005-- $170,586 +2%
    2004-- $167,242 +1.9%
    2003-- $164,178 +2%
    2002-- $160,960 +2%
    2001-- $157,805
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Allied Gardens

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