$1,185,000
SOLD AUG 19, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,477 Sq Ft
3,900 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$802 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Fence
  • Grant K-8 Rated A-
  • Laundry Room
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of August 2025

Tucked away at the end of a serene cul-de-sac in Mission Hills, this single-level mid-century modern home offers a rare opportunity to create something truly special in one of San Diego’s most desirable neighborhoods. Backing directly to a lush park with no neighbor ever behind you, the setting is private, quiet, and rich with potential. The existing residence is a true blank canvas—ideal for those looking to restore its timeless architectural character or build a custom masterpiece. With its open layout, clean lines, and generously sized lot, the possibilities are endless. And perhaps the most compelling opportunity of all: the potential to add a second story and unlock breathtaking panoramic views of Downtown San Diego, the harbor, and the Pacific Ocean. Perfectly situated in the heart of the city, this location offers unmatched convenience with a relaxed, residential feel. Reach the airport in just 5 minutes, spend your mornings on the sand with a 10-minute drive to the beach, and enjoy effortless access to the vibrant dining, shopping, and cultural scenes of Mission Hills, Little Italy, and Hillcrest. Opportunities like this don’t come around often—this is your chance to design and build the lifestyle home you’ve always imagined in a location that puts the very best of San Diego right at your fingertips.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Mercer

Keller Williams La Jolla License #01964971 Listed on: 05/01/2025

Keller Williams La Jolla

Last Buyer's Agent

Elsa Benedict

Compass License #01107823

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,011

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 3,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape

Interior Spaces

  • 1,477 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ocean Views

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Gravity Heating System
  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451-021-02-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,011

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Cross Street: Portola Place
  • Neighborhood: Mission Hills
  • LP / Sq Ft: 809.07
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 802.3
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 802.3
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • 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, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Kitchen, All Bedrooms Down
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1477
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Wood/Stucco
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Roof: Flat
  • View: Ocean

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric, Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Wall/Gravity
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: MISSION HILLS

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1-3,999 SF
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 451-021-02-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 3900
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.09
  • Map Code Column: H
  • Map Code Page: 1268
  • Map Code Row: 5

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
Jul 25, 2025
Sold by
John W Lyon And Barbara J Lyon Trust and Lyon John W
Bought by
Gandara Brandon
Seller's Agent
Patrick Mercer
Keller Williams La Jolla
Buyer's Agent
Elsa Benedict
Compass
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$110,000
-8.49%
Views
342

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
92.83%
Original Mortgage
$948,000
Outstanding Balance
$947,171
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$269,365

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2022
Sold by
Lyon John W and Lyon Barbara J
Bought by
John W Lyon And Barbara J Lyon Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2009
Sold by
Lyon Barbara J
Bought by
Lyon Barbara J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2008
Sold by
Lyon Barbara J
Bought by
Lyon Barbara J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2007
Sold by
Macdonald Barbara M
Bought by
Lyon Barbara J and Barbara M Macdonald Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 1999
Sold by
Macdonald Barbara M
Bought by
Macdonald Barbara M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 1995
Sold by
Data Paperworks Inc and Macdonald Barbara M
Bought by
Macdonald Barbara M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,185,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Trustee Deed $152,763 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $948,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Sold $1,185,000 -0.8% $802 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Price Changed $1,195,000 -7.7% $809 / Sq Ft
05/31/2025 05/31/25 For Sale $1,295,000 0.0% $877 / Sq Ft
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $1,295,000 0.0% $877 / Sq Ft
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $877 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,011 $81,028 $34,388 $46,640
2024 $1,011 $79,440 $33,714 $45,726
2023 $988 $77,883 $33,053 $44,830
2022 $962 $76,356 $32,405 $43,951
2021 $955 $74,860 $31,770 $43,090
2020 $944 $74,094 $31,445 $42,649
2019 $928 $72,642 $30,829 $41,813
2018 $869 $71,219 $30,225 $40,994
2017 $848 $69,824 $29,633 $40,191
2016 $833 $68,455 $29,052 $39,403
2015 $822 $67,428 $28,616 $38,812
2014 $810 $66,108 $28,056 $38,052
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250026160

San Diego MLS

APN: 451-021-02