$2,350,000
SOLD JAN 13, 2025
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,812 Sq Ft
7,084 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$836 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Retreat
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Lewis Middle School Rated A-
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry closet

About This Home

As of January 2025

Located in the heart of Kensington, this historic, 2 story Spanish home captures the essence of California charm. With its signature stucco walls, red-tile roof, and elegant arches, this residence embodies timeless architectural beauty. Savor the warmth the interior offers, a formal living room with fireplace, dining room, chef’s kitchen, 4 bedrooms including a spacious primary suite w/private veranda, and sunny family room that flows onto the lushly landscaped garden. Surrounded by tree-lined streets, community energy, and nearby boutique shops, cafes, and local parks. An inviting entrance welcomes you through the grand front door into an expansive living room with vaulted wood ceilings and a stunning fireplace as the centerpiece. Adjacent is a refined formal dining room, seamlessly connected to a thoughtfully designed kitchen. Across the hall, a sunlit family room with custom built-ins and sliding Pella doors open to the inviting rear patio. A large casual dining area beside the kitchen overlooks the patio, perfect for entertaining or a possible convert into an expanded kitchen or second family area. The main floor includes two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Ascend the artfully tiled staircase to discover 1 bedroom, 1 bonus room, a full bath, and a grand primary suite featuring a full bath, fireplace, private veranda with charming views, and office space. A 2-car garage completes this exceptional property. This home offers abundant versatility inside and out for luxurious living and entertaining. Built in 1927, by Forbes, and designed by John Byer, the home includes many unique and extraordinary characterics in the finishes and design.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Aurich

Pacific Sotheby's International Realty License #00978974 Listed on: 11/09/2024

Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Samantha Snelling

The Oppenheim Group License #02142361

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,206

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 7,084 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2,812 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Separate Water Meter

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 440-044-13-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,206

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Cross Street: Ridgeway
  • Neighborhood: Kensington
  • Supplement: An inviting entrance welcomes you through the grand front door into an expansive living room with vaulted wood ceilings and a stunning fireplace as the centerpiece. Adjacent is a refined formal dining room, seamlessly connected to a thoughtfully designed kitchen. Across the hall, a sunlit family room with custom built-ins and sliding Pella doors open to the inviting rear patio. A large casual dining area beside the kitchen overlooks the patio, perfect for entertaining or a possible convert into an expanded kitchen or second family area. The main floor includes two spacious bedrooms and a full bath. Ascend the artfully tiled staircase to discover 1 bedroom, 1 bonus room, a full bath, and a grand primary suite featuring a full bath, fireplace, private veranda with charming views, and office space. A 2-car garage completes this exceptional property. This home offers abundant versatility inside and out for luxurious living and entertaining. Built in 1927, by Forbes, and designed by John Byer, the home includes many unique and extraordinary characterics in the finishes and design.
  • LP / Sq Ft: 887.27
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 835.7
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 835.7
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1927
  • 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, Disposal, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Fp In Living Room, Fp In Master Br
  • Searchable Rooms: Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Master Retreat, Living Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 27x13
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2812
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Roof: Tile/Clay

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community: KENSINGTON

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Topography: Level
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 440-044-13-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 7084
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.16
  • Map Code Column: G
  • Map Code Page: 1269
  • Map Code Row: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 9, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Parker And Sally Shafer Finch Living Tru and Finch Parker T
Bought by
Berkowitz Family 2002 Trust and Berkowitz
Seller's Agent
Scott Aurich
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Samantha Snelling
The Oppenheim Group
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-5.81%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$2,402,425

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,425
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.62%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 27, 2023
Closed on
Dec 26, 2023
Sold by
Rauner Trust
Bought by
Parker And Sally Shafer Finch Living Trust and Finch
Seller's Agent
Michael Tristani
Tristani Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Scott Aurich
Pacific Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$225,000
-9.02%
Views
195

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 27, 2013
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A
Bought by
Rauner Thomas A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2013
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A
Bought by
Rauner Thoams A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2012
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A
Bought by
Rauner Thomas A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,498
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2003
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A
Bought by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2002
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A
Bought by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 1997
Sold by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A
Bought by
Rauner Thomas A and Rauner Judith A
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 $2,350,000 Fidelity National Title
Grant Deed $2,270,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $291,524 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $290,498 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $323,323 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $242,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $240,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/13/2025 01/13/25 Sold $2,350,000 -5.8% $836 / Sq Ft
11/14/2024 11/14/24 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2024 11/09/24 For Sale $2,495,000 +9.9% $887 / Sq Ft
01/08/2024 01/08/24 Sold $2,270,000 -9.0% $807 / Sq Ft
12/21/2023 12/21/23 Pending -- -- --
09/27/2023 09/27/23 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $887 / 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 $25,206 $2,315,400 $2,040,000 $275,400
2024 $25,206 $2,040,000 $1,632,000 $408,000
2023 $1,850 $146,055 $58,814 $87,241
2022 $1,795 $143,192 $57,661 $85,531
2021 $1,776 $140,385 $56,531 $83,854
2020 $1,753 $138,947 $55,952 $82,995
2019 $1,721 $136,223 $54,855 $81,368
2018 $1,611 $133,553 $53,780 $79,773
2017 $1,571 $130,935 $52,726 $78,209
2016 $1,543 $128,369 $51,693 $76,676
2015 $1,517 $126,442 $50,917 $75,525
2014 $1,494 $123,966 $49,920 $74,046
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 240026484

San Diego MLS

APN: 440-044-13