Ryan Main
Compass
(858) 997-2172
51 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$700,000 Price
4891 E Alder Dr San Diego, CA 92116
Kensington NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,571,000 - $1,876,388
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,941
Sq Ft
$897/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 18,941 Sq Ft lot
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Lewis Middle School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of November 2021Kensington Classic Traditional! Located on a striking panoramic canyon view lot, this two level home can easily be functional as a single level with two bedrooms up, a bath and a half, as well as living dining and kitchen on the first floor. Kitchen has been upgraded with cherry cabinets and stainless appliances. Large open living and dining rooms plus a sitting room with access to the upper deck. Lower level has two bedrooms one bath and a family room. Living room and family room each has a fireplace. The expansive upper and lower level decks are great for a lot of entertaining space or a great spot to take in the views. The easy maintenance back yard is a gentle slope with mature cactus and drought tolerance plants. Sweeping east facing views!! Two car attached garage. All on a very lovely and quiet Kensington street!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Tristani Real Estate License #01406640 Listed on: 08/03/2021
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 18,941 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Gentle Sloping Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,941 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Stove
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 465-251-04-00
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 3, 2021
Closed on
Oct 22, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Tristani
Tristani Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Scot Gentry
Coldwell Banker West
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-3.23%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$390,597
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.46%
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,996,827
Interest Rate
3.01%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Estimated Equity
-$256,230
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 2001
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
$260,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 1988
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 23, 1987
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Kensington, CA
-
Ryan Main
-
Eric Hays
Eric Hays
Responds QuicklyCompass
(858) 757-8603
35 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$1.3M - $2M Price Range
-
Kim Hawley
Kim Hawley
Compass
(858) 264-3573
68 Total Sales
3 in Kensington
$895K - $1.1M Price Range
-
Woody Henderson
Woody Henderson
American Dreams Real Estate
(858) 221-4971
105 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,558,888 Price
-
Gina Barnes
Gina Barnes
Compass
(619) 313-5397
113 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,300,000 Price
-
Gregory Kuchan
Gregory Kuchan
Compass
(858) 290-4957
72 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$490,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,350,000 | Placer Title Company | ||
| $525,000 | Commonwealth Land Title Co | ||
| $310,000 | -- | ||
| $190,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,025,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $260,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2021 11/02/21 | Sold | $1,350,000 | -3.2% | $696 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2021 09/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/03/2021 08/03/21 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $719 / 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 | $10,783 | $837,298 | $682,399 | $154,899 |
| 2025 | $9,938 | $820,881 | $669,019 | $151,862 |
| 2024 | $9,938 | $804,786 | $655,901 | $148,885 |
| 2023 | $9,715 | $789,007 | $643,041 | $145,966 |
| 2022 | $9,451 | $730,831 | $278,167 | $452,664 |
| 2021 | $9,040 | $730,831 | $278,167 | $452,664 |
| 2020 | $8,930 | $723,338 | $275,315 | $448,023 |
| 2019 | $8,768 | $709,156 | $269,917 | $439,239 |
| 2018 | $8,198 | $695,252 | $264,625 | $430,627 |
| 2017 | $8,001 | $681,621 | $259,437 | $422,184 |
| 2016 | $7,872 | $668,256 | $254,350 | $413,906 |
| 2015 | $7,755 | $658,219 | $250,530 | $407,689 |
| 2014 | $7,632 | $645,326 | $245,623 | $399,703 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Tristani
Seller's Agent in 2021
Michael Tristani
Tristani Real Estate
(619) 501-4000
41 in this area
61 Total Sales
-
Scot Gentry
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Scot Gentry
Coldwell Banker West
(619) 857-0022
7 in this area
49 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 210021915
APN: 465-251-04
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