NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2012 Cardinal Dr San Diego, CA 92123

Birdland Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $999,000 - $1,106,497

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$869/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: February 20, 2025

Last sale price $1,160,000 $967 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,503 / mo

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Dining Area
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of February 2025

Stunning remodel with dream backyard! Located in the highly desirable Birdland neighborhood, this thoughtfully redesigned home truly has it all. The light-filled open layout living creates the perfect indoor-outdoor flow, highlighted with warm and modern tones and vaulted ceilings that add character and charm. The completely reimagined kitchen has been updated for today's living with state-of-the-art appliances, wine fridge, skylights and windows that capture light all day long. The true showstopper is the sprawling backyard oasis, perfect for lounging, play, barbecues, and evenings by the fireplace surrounded by mature trees for privacy and tranquility. Additional features include direct entry to 2-car garage, new windows, electrical, water heater, ensuring comfort and efficiency year-round. Conveniently located just minutes from freeways, schools, Sharp & Rady Hospitals, Mission Valley shopping, beaches, and Downtown, this home is move-in ready and waiting for its next owner.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Victoria Carter

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #02051168 Listed on: 01/08/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

JD Esajian

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01876262

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy McSherry

Compass License #01791140

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 5,700 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Composition Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 677-182-09-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

5,700 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Metro
  • Cross Street: Redbird Dr
  • Neighborhood: Birdland
  • LP / Sq Ft: 974.92
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 966.67
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 966.67
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Garage
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1200
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: SERRA MESA

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 677-182-09-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 5700

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 8, 2025
Closed on
Jan 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Victoria Carter
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kathy McSherry
Compass
List Price
$1,169,900
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-0.85%
Views
122
Current Estimated Value
$1,042,874

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$117,126
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.64%
Original Mortgage
$990,000
Outstanding Balance
$981,555
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$61,319

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2024
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,112
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1992

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 1985
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,160,000 First American Title
$800,000 First American Title
$157,000 First American Title
-- --
$160,000 --
$100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $990,000
Previous Owner $152,112
Closed $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Sold $1,160,000 -0.8% $967 / Sq Ft
01/23/2025 01/23/25 Pending -- -- --
01/08/2025 01/08/25 For Sale $1,169,900 -- $975 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History

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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 $10,569 $800,000 $474,676 $325,324
2024 $2,967 $245,751 $145,815 $99,936
2023 $2,899 $240,933 $142,956 $97,977
2022 $2,821 $236,209 $140,153 $96,056
2021 $2,800 $231,578 $137,405 $94,173
2020 $2,766 $229,205 $135,997 $93,208
2019 $2,715 $224,712 $133,331 $91,381
2018 $2,538 $220,307 $130,717 $89,590
2017 $80 $215,988 $128,154 $87,834
2016 $2,434 $211,754 $125,642 $86,112
2015 $2,397 $208,574 $123,755 $84,819
2014 $2,359 $204,489 $121,331 $83,158
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Victoria Carter

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Victoria Carter

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (858) 247-9633

    1 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    Victoria Carter
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  • JD Esajian

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    JD Esajian

    eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    (619) 888-7777

    2 in this area

    258 Total Sales

    JD Esajian
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  • Kathy McSherry

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kathy McSherry

    Compass

    (702) 328-9905

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Kathy McSherry
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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250000576

San Diego MLS

APN: 677-182-09

California San Diego County San Diego 92123 Birdland

2012 Cardinal Dr, San Diego, CA

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