1040 Johnson Ave San Diego, CA 92103
University Heights NeighborhoodEstimated payment $11,650/month
Highlights
- 10,419 Sq Ft lot
- Viking Appliances
- Sun or Florida Room
- Birney Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
This home has everything you are seeking in University Heights! The gorgeous canyon views and beautiful outdoors space will delight your senses. Mature eucalyptus trees frame your vantage to the serene canyon from the bedrooms, kitchen, elevated deck, and back yard areas as birds welcome the day. Originally built in 1914 and renovated in 2014, this home has classic Craftsman charm with a great layout, including a formal dining room with built-in vintage cabinetry, a bright sunroom, and a cozy fireplace. Wainscoting, classic styling, original window framing, and a true front porch make this exactly the adorable and functional home you've been dreaming of! The sparkling fountain in the front yard greets you as you enter your new home. The old-world styling is combined with modern upgrades like remodeled bathrooms, air conditioning, newer hot water heater, and an exquisite kitchen with Viking appliances. The view deck overlooking the canyon was renovated in 2022. You have every convenience, including a large laundry room with newer washer and dryer. The family room has its own kitchenette, so that you can use the downstairs as the perfect guest suite, game room, exercise room, indoor theater, or media room! Biking, strolling, and hiking paths take you all over town to the Farmer's Market, Vermont Street footbridge to Hillcrest, Bankers Hill, Balboa Park, Park West, South Park, North Park, Normal Heights, Kensington and Downtown. Blocks to Trader Joe's, Ralph's, restaurants, cafes, and the new Normal Street Promenade. Do not miss this one; come tour it and fall in love today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 10,419 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,314 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Viking Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- University Heights Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,489 | $1,124,598 | $814,905 | $309,693 |
| 2024 | $13,489 | $1,102,548 | $798,927 | $303,621 |
| 2023 | $13,190 | $1,080,930 | $783,262 | $297,668 |
| 2022 | $12,838 | $1,059,736 | $767,904 | $291,832 |
| 2021 | $12,749 | $1,038,958 | $752,848 | $286,110 |
| 2020 | $12,593 | $1,028,306 | $745,129 | $283,177 |
| 2019 | $12,367 | $1,008,144 | $730,519 | $277,625 |
| 2018 | $11,560 | $988,378 | $716,196 | $272,182 |
| 2017 | $11,284 | $968,999 | $702,153 | $266,846 |
| 2016 | $7,599 | $651,604 | $472,163 | $179,441 |
| 2015 | $7,486 | $641,817 | $465,071 | $176,746 |
| 2014 | $7,367 | $629,245 | $455,961 | $173,284 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 04/15/26 | For Sale | $1,999,000 | -- | $864 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $950,000 | Fidelity National Title Sd | |
| Grant Deed | $599,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Grant Deed | $620,000 | Investors Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $650,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $588,150 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $496,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $62,000 | No Value Available |
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 260008881
APN: 444-360-06
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