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    4859 E Alder Dr, San Diego, CA 92116

    3beds
    1,561sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1934
    0.57 Acres Lot
    $1,837,700 Zestimate®
    $1,179/sqft
    $6,046 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,837,700

    $1.67M - $2.00M

    $6,046/mo

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    What's special

    Oversized frontageFruit treesUpper balcony deckSeated kitchen islandFull wall of windowsBuilt-in entertainment wallPeaceful yard retreats
    Welcome home where Kensington charm meets modern amenities in this beautifully remodeled single level home on peaceful, quiet street. This graceful home sits on over half an acre with an oversized frontage that allows for a huge side yard paradise not often found in Kensington. Feel the nostalgic charm from the moment you enter the front door and be treated to a wonderful open floor plan with forever views of the hills, canyon and night lights. The remodeled kitchen is open to the huge dining area and is a delight to all with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, a 3.5 x 8.5 seated kitchen island & more. Upgraded cabinets, a full wall of custom tile work, bay window and easy access to the upper balcony deck for outside dining. The adjacent dining room o?ers room for a large table, a beautiful beamed, coved ceiling, and recessed art niche. Directly attached is the living room with a full wall of windows to bring in the light and beautiful exterior views. There is a built-in entertainment wall and the ceiling is finished with beautiful wood and beams to accent the wood floors .Enjoy a peaceful oasis in the primary suite by the fireplace with custom tile accents, coved wood beamed ceiling, a private exterior deck and an ensuite bath with dual sinks and custom tile oversize shower. The secondary bedrooms are spacious, light & bright with views of the peaceful yard retreats. The guest bathroom has been remodeled with custom tile tub surround and dual sinks with a huge vanity counter. (See Supplement)

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    Listed by:

    Rhonda Hascall DRE #01241413 619-838-9044,

    Rhonda Hascall, Broker

    Bought with:

    Kimberly Schmidt, DRE #01781140

    Compass

    Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250000869MLS LogoOriginating MLS: SDMLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Forced Air Unit
    Cooling
    • Central Forced Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Built In Range, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric
    Features
    • Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, Coffered Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub
    • Flooring: Tile, Wood
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: FP in Primary BR
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,561
    • Total interior livable area: 1,561 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: 1 Story
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Awning/Porch Covered, Brick, Deck, Patio
    • Pool features: N/K
    • Fencing: Full
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Valley/Canyon
    • Frontage type: Canyon
    Lot
    • Size: 0.57 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 4652901200

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco
    • Roof: Tile/Clay
    Condition
    • Termite Clearance,Turnkey
    • Year built: 1934

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer Connected
    • Water: Meter on Property

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: KENSINGTON
    Location
    • Region: San Diego

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,179/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $887,840
    • Annual tax amount: $11,621
    • Date on market: 1/10/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/24/2025Sold$1,840,000-3.2%$1,179/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250000869 Report a problem
    3/3/2025Pending sale$1,900,000$1,217/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250000869 Report a problem
    1/10/2025Listed for sale$1,900,000+153.3%$1,217/sqft
    Source: SDMLS #250000869 Report a problem
    2/29/2016Sold$750,000-2%$480/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/5/2016Listed for sale$765,000$490/sqft
    Source: Ascent Real Estate #160006093 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,621 +8.2%$887,840 +2%
    2024$10,744 +2.3%$870,432 +2%
    2023$10,503 +2.8%$853,365 +2%
    2022$10,218 +0.8%$836,633 +2%
    2021$10,142 +1.2%$820,229 +1%
    2020$10,018 +3.1%$811,820 +2%
    2019$9,719 +5.7%$795,903 +2%
    2018$9,197 +2.5%$780,298 +2%
    2017$8,977 +598.7%$764,999 +613%
    2016$1,285 +1.5%$107,295 +1.5%
    2015$1,265 +1.6%$105,684 +2%
    2014$1,245 $103,615 +0.5%
    2013-- $103,148 +2%
    2012-- $101,126 +2%
    2011-- $99,144 +0.8%
    2010-- $98,404 -0.2%
    2009-- $98,639 +2%
    2008-- $96,706 +2%
    2007-- $94,811 +2%
    2006-- $92,953 +2%
    2005-- $91,131 +2%
    2004-- $89,346 +1.9%
    2003-- $87,709 +2%
    2002-- $85,990 +2%
    2001-- $84,305
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Kensington

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