4528 Rhode Island St San Diego, CA 92116

Perched atop a canyon, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature, this residence offers stunning views on a premier cul-de-sac in the community of University Heights. The thoughtfully designed floor plan invites you to live large. A first-floor master ensuite includes a spa-inspired bath with jetted tub and separate shower. Designer details include hickory hardwood flooring, river rock columns, Simons brick, oversized entry door, and paneled glass doors. Wood wainscoting walls, crown moulding, solar tube and LED recessed lighting complete this House Beautiful picture. Additional highlights include a classic wood burning fireplace, forced air heating, four sets of French doors and 2-car attached garage with ample, built-in storage. Adjoining spacious living and dining room leads to a large outdoor balcony with breathtaking scenic views capturing colored skies and wildlife. Beautiful custom kitchen comes complete with granite countertops and tiled backsplash fitted with maple wood cabinetry, copper accents, pub height breakfast bar, built-in wine storage and desk nook. The lower level offers a massive second ensuite, an additional oversized bedroom and large family room with box beamed ceilings and private balcony nestled over the canyon side. Professionally designed landscaping features serpentine stonework providing casual seating for gatherings on the flagstone front garden patio with organic, fruit-bearing Meyer lemon tree and environmentally-friendly garden designed by award-winning succulent designer Laura Eubanks, creator of the Succulent Tapestry. Touches of historic homage are found throughout including the iron pump near the entry that originally graced the grounds of the Hotel Del Coronado. A wooden door which led to a bordello bedroom in south San Diego in the last century now opens to the family room. Iconic, egg-shaped river rocks—symbolic of University Heights’ connection to its' founding industry, an ostrich farm—are found in the garden, on the fireplace, and on the pillars in the family room. Centrally located near the desired walk-able neighborhoods in University Heights Village, North Park Shopping District and the local farmers market, Hillcrest dining, Morley Field, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and easy freeway access to beaches, airport and downtown.