$1,530,525
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,898 Sq Ft
5,910 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 4, 2026

$806 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

61 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Wood Fence
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of June 2026

Set on the iconic Talmadge Loop in the heart of Kensington, this exceptional home captures the essence of one of San Diego’s most charming and sought-after neighborhoods. Just a short, enjoyable walk to Kensington Village, you’ll love being moments from local cafés, restaurants, wine bars, and neighborhood favorites while still enjoying a quiet, residential setting. The home offers a spacious and highly functional floorplan highlighted by two generously sized primary bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom—an ideal setup for comfortable everyday living, hosting guests, or accommodating multigenerational needs. The expansive family room serves as the heart of the home and flows effortlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and open environment perfect for both casual living and entertaining. Situated on a large corner lot, the home is elevated above street level, providing enhanced privacy and a sense of separation from the street. French doors off the living room invite natural light and open to a charming covered patio, conveniently located off one of the primary bedrooms—an ideal retreat for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or indoor-outdoor living year-round. With its premier location on the Talmadge Loop, this home embodies the true spirit of Kensington living—where timeless character, a strong sense of community, and everyday convenience come together seamlessly. Rarely does a home combine this level of space, privacy, and location, making this a special opportunity to own a home in one of San Diego’s most cherished and enduring neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Mercer

Keller Williams La Jolla License #01964971 Listed on: 03/03/2026

Keller Williams La Jolla

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawn Dooley

Coldwell Banker West License #01127415

Coldwell Banker West
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 5,910 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1,898 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • Kensington Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

5,910 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 69375
  • Subdivision Name: KENSINGTON
  • Living Area: 1898.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-06-18T17:23:43Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • FullAddress: 4540 E Talmadge Drive
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Wood/Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • SDMLS_ParkingNonGaraged: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Water Source: Meter on Property
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5910.0

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2026
Closed on
Jun 8, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patrick Mercer
Keller Williams La Jolla
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Dooley
Coldwell Banker West
List Price
$1,645,000
Sold Price
$1,530,525
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,475
-6.96%
Views
158

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.75%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2026
Closed on
May 18, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patrick Mercer
Keller Williams La Jolla
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Dooley
Coldwell Banker West
List Price
$1,645,000
Sold Price
$1,530,525
Premium/Discount to List
-$114,475
-6.96%
Views
158

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2021
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2019
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
$350,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2016
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
$693,500
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2004
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
$559,200
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2004
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
$56,300
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2002
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
$456,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $1,531,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $950,000 Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $730,000 Chicago Title Sd
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed $699,000 Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- United Title
Grant Deed $570,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $351,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $693,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $559,200 Unknown
Previous Owner $56,300 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $456,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/04/2026 06/04/26 Sold $1,530,525 -1.3% $806 / Sq Ft
05/03/2026 05/03/26 Pending -- -- --
04/21/2026 04/21/26 Price Changed $1,550,000 -5.8% $817 / Sq Ft
03/27/2026 03/27/26 Price Changed $1,645,000 0.0% $867 / Sq Ft
03/27/2026 03/27/26 For Sale $1,645,000 -1.8% $867 / Sq Ft
03/22/2026 03/22/26 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2026 03/03/26 For Sale $1,675,000 -- $883 / 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
2026 $13,869 $1,080,931 $613,022 $467,909
2025 $13,869 $1,059,737 $601,002 $458,735
2024 $12,894 $1,038,959 $589,218 $449,741
2023 $12,608 $1,018,588 $577,665 $440,923
2022 $12,269 $998,617 $566,339 $432,278
2021 $12,180 $979,037 $555,235 $423,802
2020 $12,032 $968,999 $549,542 $419,457
2019 $9,572 $774,680 $439,339 $335,341
2018 $8,949 $759,491 $430,725 $328,766
2017 $8,735 $744,600 $422,280 $322,320
2016 $8,676 $730,000 $414,000 $316,000
2015 $8,442 $710,000 $403,000 $307,000
2014 $8,355 $700,000 $398,000 $302,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 260004910

San Diego MLS

APN: 465-401-10

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