$4,325,000
SOLD JAN 21, 2026
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,416 Sq Ft
10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,266 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

103 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Lap Pool
  • Solar Power System
  • Sessions Elementary School Rated A
  • Sauna
  • Updated Kitchen

About This Home

As of January 2026

Architectural Japanese-Modern Masterpiece by Chikako Terada “The Zen Haus” has been featured in San Diego Magazine, this one-of-a-kind OCEAN VIEW Japanese-Modern residence—designed by acclaimed architect Chikako Terada—is now offered for the first time. Over a year and a half in the making, this 3,416 sq. ft. home seamlessly blends tranquil Japanese simplicity with modern luxury and has recently undergone extensive designer updates to make it even more extraordinary. The highly upgraded, elevated kitchen is a showpiece, capturing panoramic east-to-west views of both the mountains and ocean. Anchored by a large social island, it serves as both a chef’s workspace and a welcoming gathering spot for family and friends. From here, enjoy views down into the dramatic Great Room, where soaring floor-to-ceiling windows with remote see-through shades bring the outdoors in. A striking 28-foot block fireplace commands attention, drawing the eye to the Douglas Fir open-beam ceiling. Built-in shelving create the ultimate environment for entertaining. Each spacious bedroom opens to a private veranda, framing serene mountain or city views through expansive free-flow windows. Outside, a resort-style backyard with lap pool and spa completes the retreat, while solar power adds modern sustainability. Every detail has been designed to maximize natural light, clean lines, and harmony with the landscape—making this residence both an architectural wonder and a rare opportunity.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Lotzof

Compass License #01211688 Listed on: 09/12/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Phil Gibbs

Keller Williams Realty License #01961686

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2003 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 10,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property Near a Canyon
  • Open Space
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Assigned Parking

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Additions or Alterations
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3,416 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Central Vacuum
  • Dual Staircase
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Sauna
  • Center Hall

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • Bidet
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Shower Only
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Firewall

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Manual Sprinklers System

Pool

  • Lap Pool
  • In Ground Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Utilities

  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Living Room Balcony
  • Suburban Location

Community Details

  • Pacific Beach Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2003 | Remodeled

Lot Details

10,500 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Stories: 2
  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Unit Levels: 2 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Frontage: Canyon, Open Space, Other/Remarks
  • Security Features: Other/Remarks, Security System, Fire Rated Drywall, Firewall(s), Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 8676
  • Subdivision Name: PACIFIC BEACH
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Living Area: 3416.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-01-22T22:41:25Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • Elevator: No
  • EntryLevelBuilding: 1
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • FullAddress: 5259 Pacifica Dr
  • Miscellaneous: Gutters, Street Lighting, Suburban
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 2 Staircases, Balcony, Bar, Bathtub, Beamed Ceilings, Bidet, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Copper Plumbing Full, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Living Room Balcony, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet(s), Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub, Two Story Ceilings, Vacuum Central, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Other/Remarks, Double Oven
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Family Room, FP in Primary BR
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood, Ceramic Tile

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Roof: Other/Remarks
  • View: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Ocean
  • Pool Features: Below Ground, Lap
  • Disclosures: Incorporated
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air, High Efficiency
  • Heating: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, See Remarks, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric, Gas
  • Water Source: Meter on Property, Public
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: San Diego Unified School Distric

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10500.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2025
Closed on
Dec 23, 2025
Sold by
Rabin Elliott David and Rabin Diane Marie
Bought by
Faiella Family Trust and Faiella
Seller's Agent
Craig Lotzof
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Phil Gibbs
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$4,495,000
Sold Price
$4,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-3.78%
Views
1235

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.31%
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,997,137
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,307,551

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2018
Sold by
Miske George J and Miske Patricia E
Bought by
Rabin Elliott David and Rabin Diane Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,414,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2004
Sold by
Miske George J and Miske Patricia E
Bought by
Miske George J and Miske Patricia E
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,325,000 Consumers Title
Grant Deed $2,020,000 Fidelity National Title San
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $3,000,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,414,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/21/2026 01/21/26 Sold $4,325,000 -3.8% $1,266 / Sq Ft
12/24/2025 12/24/25 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2025 09/12/25 For Sale $4,495,000 -- $1,316 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

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 $27,823 $2,308,026 $1,505,948 $802,078
2024 $27,823 $2,262,771 $1,476,420 $786,351
2023 $27,211 $2,218,404 $1,447,471 $770,933
2022 $26,488 $2,174,907 $1,419,090 $755,817
2021 $26,306 $2,132,263 $1,391,265 $740,998
2020 $25,987 $2,110,400 $1,377,000 $733,400
2019 $24,919 $2,020,000 $1,350,000 $670,000
2018 $7,718 $654,320 $109,259 $545,061
2017 $7,535 $641,491 $107,117 $534,374
2016 $7,415 $628,914 $105,017 $523,897
2015 $5,821 $619,468 $103,440 $516,028
2014 $5,718 $607,334 $101,414 $505,920
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250038827

San Diego MLS

APN: 417-470-04

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