8553 Gardena Rd Lakeside, CA 92040
Estimated payment $4,474/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Solar Power System
- Living Room
- Santana High School Rated A-
- All Bedrooms Downstairs
- Family Room
About This Home
Rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded 3BR/3.5BA, 1,894 sqft home on an expansive 0.25-acre lot in Winter Gardens. Elevated to capture scenic hillside and sunset vistas, this property offers the indoor-outdoor lifestyle today's buyers desire. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features spacious living areas, a modernized kitchen, and en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets, providing comfort and flexibility. Step onto the oversized deck to enjoy panoramic views and a deep backyard with exceptional usability. With room to build, the quarter-acre lot opens the door to an ADU, pool, garden, or future expansion, a rare find in this price range. Additional highlights include owned solar, central HVAC, abundant storage, and ample parking for multiple vehicles, RV, or recreational toys. Turnkey and move-in ready with room to grow, this is a rare opportunity to own a view property with usable land in one of East County’s most desirable pockets.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 5 Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Stone Exterior Construction
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,894 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Bedrooms Down
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
Community Details
- Lakeside Subdivision
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,783 | $816,000 | $612,000 | $204,000 |
| 2024 | $5,783 | $592,923 | $233,026 | $359,897 |
| 2023 | $7,527 | $581,298 | $228,457 | $352,841 |
| 2022 | $7,391 | $569,901 | $223,978 | $345,923 |
| 2021 | $7,292 | $558,728 | $219,587 | $339,141 |
| 2020 | $6,297 | $486,032 | $191,017 | $295,015 |
| 2019 | $6,178 | $476,503 | $187,272 | $289,231 |
| 2018 | $6,060 | $467,160 | $183,600 | $283,560 |
| 2017 | $5,937 | $458,000 | $180,000 | $278,000 |
| 2016 | $4,351 | $325,000 | $237,000 | $88,000 |
| 2015 | $3,997 | $300,000 | $219,000 | $81,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $240,000 | $176,000 | $64,000 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 02/10/26 | For Sale | $775,000 | +40.1% | $409 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/17/2020 01/17/20 | Sold | $553,000 | +1.5% | $292 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/18/2019 12/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/05/2019 12/05/19 | For Sale | $545,000 | -- | $288 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $553,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $458,000 | Corinthian Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $227,000 | Title365 Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $331,000 | First American Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $565,719 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $343,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $293,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 260003376
APN: 385-190-03
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