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Seller's Agent in 2025
Barbara Mercer
Mercer Investments Inc.
(619) 846-6140
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
3848 Monroe Ave San Diego, CA 92116
Normal Heights Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
698
Sq Ft
2,604
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1-Story Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- 3-minute walk to Ward Canyon Dog Park
About This Home
As of December 2025Classic bungalow on a corner lot in the heart of Normal Heights. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 698 sq ft of well-designed living space, featuring a bright living room with large picture windows, a dining area, and hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen includes white cabinetry and maroon vintage tile accents, and the updated bathroom features subway tile, a new vanity, and a new light fixture. A French slider opens to a deck with pergola, perfect for outdoor dining. The private backyard includes turf for easy upkeep and a mature Elm tree that provides natural shade and character. Additional features include updated modern lighting, new interior paint, and a 1-car attached garage with driveway parking. Close to Adams Avenue shops, restaurants, and cafés in one of San Diego’s most walkable neighborhoods.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mercer Investments Inc. License #02036190 Listed on: 11/17/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 2,604 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Wood Fence
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2 Bedrooms
- 698 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Normal Heights Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 2016
Sold by
Kestenbaum Aron Menashe and Kestenbaum Tamar Friedman
Bought by
Romelhardt Jacob W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$509,728
Outstanding Balance
$405,203
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$432,730
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2014
Sold by
Shire Vay C and Shire Shannon Grable
Bought by
Kestenbaum Aron Menashe and Kestenbaum Tamar Friedman
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$341,200
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2010
Sold by
Shire Vay C and Shire Shannon Grable
Bought by
Shire Vay C and Shire Shannon Grable
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$306,000
Interest Rate
5.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2007
Sold by
Granieri Anthony and Granieri Patricia
Bought by
Shire Vay C and Grable Shannon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$306,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2005
Sold by
Fenner Robert
Bought by
Mitchell Wendy Anne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
2%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 1999
Sold by
Weber Mark S and Weber Esther M
Bought by
Granieri Anthony and Granieri Patricia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,571
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 1989
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 1987
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 1987
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 1984
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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 | $499,000 | California Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $426,500 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Grant Deed | $408,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $375,000 | Southland Title | |
| Grant Deed | $126,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Deed | $132,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $95,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $71,600 | -- | |
| Deed | $67,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $509,728 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $341,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $306,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $306,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $124,571 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 12/31/25 | Sold | $800,000 | -5.9% | $1,146 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2025 12/16/25 | Off Market | $850,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/11/2025 12/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/07/2025 12/07/25 | Off Market | $850,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2025 11/30/25 | Off Market | $850,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/28/2025 11/28/25 | For Sale | $850,000 | 0.0% | $1,218 / Sq Ft |
| 11/25/2025 11/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Off Market | $850,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2025 11/17/25 | For Sale | $850,000 | -- | $1,218 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
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 | $6,922 | $579,123 | $378,243 | $200,880 |
| 2024 | $6,922 | $567,769 | $370,827 | $196,942 |
| 2023 | $6,767 | $556,637 | $363,556 | $193,081 |
| 2022 | $6,586 | $545,724 | $356,428 | $189,296 |
| 2021 | $6,539 | $535,025 | $349,440 | $185,585 |
| 2020 | $6,459 | $529,540 | $345,857 | $183,683 |
| 2019 | $6,343 | $519,158 | $339,076 | $180,082 |
| 2018 | $5,929 | $508,979 | $332,428 | $176,551 |
| 2017 | $5,786 | $499,000 | $325,910 | $173,090 |
| 2016 | $5,216 | $441,653 | $288,455 | $153,198 |
| 2015 | $5,139 | $435,020 | $284,123 | $150,897 |
| 2014 | $3,721 | $320,000 | $209,000 | $111,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Barbara Mercer
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Kelli Mercer
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Kelli Mercer
Mercer Investments Inc.
(619) 846-2080
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
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Emily Schaefer
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emily Schaefer
Pacific Sothebys
(619) 379-2060
2 in this area
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250044226
APN: 447-061-18
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