6525 Crystalaire Drive presents an exceedingly rare opportunity unlike anything else to hit the Del Cerro market. Spanning approximately 5,549 square feet on a sprawling 0.56-acre lot, this extraordinary single-story estate embodies a unique level of scale, privacy, and panoramic beauty seldom available. Thoughtfully designed for both grand-scale entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the home offers 5 bedrooms plus an office, expansive living areas, and a floor plan that balances openness with privacy. Walls of glass frame sweeping views throughout the residence, while soaring ceilings, rich architectural brick detailing, and multiple fireplaces bring warmth, substance, and timeless character to the interiors. The privately situated primary retreat offers a true sense of escape, featuring a sunken sitting room with fireplace, dual closets, and an expansive stone-clad bath with dual vanities, a makeup area, spa tub, and oversized shower. Outdoors, the resort-style grounds include a pool, elevated spa, outdoor kitchen, pergolas, expansive patios, fire pit lounge, large view deck, edible garden, and mature fruit trees. A temperature-controlled wine cellar with exterior access, outdoor sauna, beautifully landscaped grounds with extensive Simons brick, 54 owned solar panels, zoned heating and air conditioning, a 2-car garage, and abundant off-street parking further elevate the offering. Set on one of Del Cerro’s premier streets, this is a standout residence that delivers an exceptional blend of scale, craftsmanship, lifestyle, and views.
For sale
$4,448,000
6525 Crystalaire Dr, San Diego, CA 92120
5beds
5,549sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.56 Acres Lot
$4,099,100 Zestimate®
$802/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Edible gardenMature fruit treesElevated spaPrivately situated primary retreatResort-style groundsRich architectural brick detailingFire pit lounge
- 125 days |
- 1,439 |
- 59 |
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Listed by:
Maxine Gellens DRE #00591299 858-551-6630,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties,
Zachary J Gellens DRE #02068400 619-490-0390,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260008703
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air Unit, Zoned Areas
Cooling
- Central Forced Air, Zoned Area(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Vacuum/Central, 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Barbecue, Built-In
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Shower in Tub, Sunken Living Room, Wet Bar, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: FP in Family Room, FP in Primary BR
- Common walls with other units/homes: Detached
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,549
- Total interior livable area: 5,549 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Slab, Wood
- Pool features: Below Ground, Heated with Gas, Solar Heat
- Spa features: Private w/Pool
- Fencing: Gate,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bridge, City, City Lights, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Ocean, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 4634800100
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Roof: Other/Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Eqpt Owned
- Subdivision: DEL CERRO
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $802/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,665,558
- Annual tax amount: $21,641
- Date on market: 4/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$4,099,100
$3.89M - $4.30M
$7,802/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,448,000+286.8%$802/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260008703 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2002 | Sold | $1,150,000$207/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,641 +6.4% | $1,665,558 +2% |
| 2024 | $20,333 +1.9% | $1,632,901 +2% |
| 2023 | $19,952 +2.7% | $1,600,884 +2% |
| 2022 | $19,423 +0.7% | $1,569,495 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,283 +1.2% | $1,538,721 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,054 +2% | $1,522,945 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,678 +6.8% | $1,493,084 +2% |
| 2018 | $17,487 +2.4% | $1,463,808 +2% |
| 2017 | $17,072 +1.6% | $1,435,107 +2% |
| 2016 | $16,799 +1.5% | $1,406,969 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $16,549 +1.9% | $1,385,836 +2% |
| 2014 | $16,238 | $1,358,690 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,300,042 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,300,042 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,300,042 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,290,327 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,293,394 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,268,034 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,243,171 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,218,796 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,194,899 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $1,171,470 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,150,000 +308.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $281,775 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $276,251 |
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Neighborhood: Del Cerro
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hearst Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Lewis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Patrick Henry High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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