Seller's Agent in 2025
Khaki Wennstrom
Compass
(858) 375-7394
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
126 W Spruce St San Diego, CA 92103
Bankers Hill Neighborhood
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,365
Sq Ft
4,982
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Property is near a park
- Neighborhood Views
- Sauna
- No HOA
- Park
About This Home
As of May 2025This exquisitely preserved 1924 Spanish Eclectic home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of San Diego’s design heritage. Created by celebrated architects Ralph Hurlburt and Charles Tifal, the residence blends old-world craftsmanship with modern luxury in the coveted Bankers Hill neighborhood. Inside, sunlight pours through generous windows, illuminating rich hardwood floors, arched doorways, and intricate period details. The main level is both gracious and functional, featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, chef’s kitchen, inviting family room, and dedicated laundry—ideal for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Upstairs, all bedrooms include ensuite baths, and the expansive primary suite offers a tranquil sitting room. The outdoor spaces are designed for true California living. On the main level, enjoy a sunken spa, waterfall, steam room, fire pit, and vibrant greenery that create a private setting equally suited to quiet reflection or lively gatherings. A connected upper deck offers additional lounge areas for sunbathing, unwinding, or hosting guests beneath an open sky. Thoughtful updates—including a reinforced foundation, new electrical system, upgraded spa equipment, fresh interior paint, reimagined landscaping, and custom lighting that transforms the property after dark—ensure that the home is as dependable as it is beautiful. Located just steps from the iconic Spruce Street Suspension Bridge and minutes from Balboa Park, this one-of-a-kind property offers timeless elegance, modern comfort, and an enviable location in the heart of San Diego.
Co-Listed By
Brooke Knetzger
Compass License #02146736
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,392
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 4,982 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R-1:Single Fam-Res
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2,365 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Sauna
- Neighborhood Views
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
Location
- Property is near a park
- Urban Location
Utilities
- Central Air
- No Heating
- Private Water Source
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 4525384000
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Showalter Scott
Bought by
Boyles Richard and Frye Pamela
Seller's Agent
Khaki Wennstrom
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amalia Boyles
Compass
List Price
$2,395,000
Sold Price
$2,360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-1.46%
Views
95
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$64,116
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.37%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 20, 2024
Closed on
Aug 22, 2024
Sold by
Castellana-Rothery Trust and Castellana M
Bought by
Showalter Scott
Seller's Agent
Janna Hernholm
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Janna Hernholm
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,350,000
Sold Price
$2,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-5.32%
Views
96
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.34%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.77%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2017
Sold by
Castellana Michael Angelo and Rothery Robert C
Bought by
Rothery Castellana M and Rothery Robert C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2016
Sold by
Castellana M A and Rothery Robert C
Bought by
Castellana Michael Angelo and Rothery Robert C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
3.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2001
Sold by
Rothery Robert L and Rothery Castellana M
Bought by
Castellana M A and Rothery Robert L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 3, 1997
Sold by
Miller Kenneth W and Miller Elizabeth S
Bought by
Rothery Robert L and Rothery Castellana M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,600
Interest Rate
7.62%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,360,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,225,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Individual Deed | $340,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,225,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $717,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $354,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $536,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $96,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $545,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $279,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $645,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $650,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $538,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $401,100 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $264,600 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $20,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Sold | $2,360,000 | -1.5% | $998 / Sq Ft |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Sale | $2,395,000 | +7.6% | $1,013 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2024 09/06/24 | Sold | $2,225,000 | -5.3% | $941 / Sq Ft |
| 08/08/2024 08/08/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2024 07/27/24 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | 0.0% | $994 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2024 07/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2024 06/20/24 | For Sale | $2,350,000 | -- | $994 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,392 | $618,165 | $341,670 | $276,495 |
| 2024 | $7,392 | $606,045 | $334,971 | $271,074 |
| 2023 | $7,227 | $594,162 | $328,403 | $265,759 |
| 2022 | $7,033 | $582,513 | $321,964 | $260,549 |
| 2021 | $6,984 | $571,092 | $315,651 | $255,441 |
| 2020 | $6,898 | $565,237 | $312,415 | $252,822 |
| 2019 | $6,774 | $554,155 | $306,290 | $247,865 |
| 2018 | $6,332 | $543,290 | $300,285 | $243,005 |
| 2017 | $6,180 | $532,639 | $294,398 | $238,241 |
| 2016 | $6,080 | $522,196 | $288,626 | $233,570 |
| 2015 | $5,989 | $514,353 | $284,291 | $230,062 |
| 2014 | $5,893 | $504,279 | $278,723 | $225,556 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Khaki Wennstrom
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Brooke Knetzger
Compass
-
Amalia Boyles
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Amalia Boyles
Compass
(858) 356-2166
1 in this area
8 Total Sales
-
Janna Hernholm
Seller's Agent in 2024
Janna Hernholm
Pacific Sothebys
(619) 299-4272
16 in this area
123 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: NDP2503425
APN: 452-538-40
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