8813 Gainsborough Ave San Diego, CA 92129
Rancho Peñasquitos Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,139
Sq Ft
6,011
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Retreat
- Formal Dining Room
- Adobe Bluffs Elementary School Rated A+
- Home Office
- 1-minute walk to Adobe Bluffs Neighborhood Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Located in the highly coveted Rancho Penasquitos community, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and style. Just two doors down from Adobe Bluffs Park and a short walk to the award-winning Adobe Bluffs Elementary School (Poway Unified School District & Mandarin Immersion Program), this property boasts an unbeatable location surrounded by parks, scenic trails, and top-rated schools. Curb appeal abounds with a three-car garage and an extended driveway, welcoming you into a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a bedroom and full bathroom on the main level. The bright and airy living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, creating an open, inviting ambiance. The kitchen and primary bathroom have been beautifully renovated, along with extensive updates to the interior and exterior landscaping. A major highlight is the private, south-facing backyard oasis—complete with a solar-heated swimming pool, water slide, relaxing spa, and lush landscaping. Plus, solar with energy savings year-round.The spacious, updated kitchen is a chef’s dream with a large center island and ample cabinetry—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Best of all, there are no HOA fees. Located in the highly coveted Rancho Penasquitos community, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and style. Just two doors down from Adobe Bluffs Park and a short walk to the award-winning Adobe Bluffs Elementary School (Poway Unified School District), this property boasts an unbeatable location surrounded by parks, scenic trails, and top-rated schools. Curb appeal abounds with a three-car garage and an extended driveway, welcoming you into a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a bedroom and full bathroom on the main level. The bright and airy living room showcases soaring vaulted ceilings, creating an open, inviting ambiance. The kitchen and primary bathroom have been beautifully renovated, along with extensive updates to the interior and exterior landscaping. A major highlight is the private, south-facing backyard oasis—complete with a solar-heated swimming pool, water slide, relaxing spa, and lush landscaping. Plus, the fully paid-off solar system offers energy savings year-round.The spacious, updated kitchen is a chef’s dream with a large center island and ample cabinetry—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Best of all, there are no HOA fees.
Last Buyer's Agent
Joshua Geller
Willis Allen Real Estate License #02033792
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,062
Year Built
- Built in 1994
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Level Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Three Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2,139 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
Flooring
- Linoleum
- Stone
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Pool
- Solar Heated In Ground Pool
- Gas Heated Pool
Utilities
- Separate Water Meter
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 306-220-57-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Gibney Jennifer N and Gibney Aaron M
Bought by
Wong Sylvaine
Seller's Agent
Valerie Zatt
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Joshua Geller
Willis Allen Real Estate
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
5.94%
Views
80
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-26.52%
Original Mortgage
$1,458,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,455,487
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$247,386
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2023
Closed on
May 3, 2023
Sold by
Quintana Nicolas Noel and Quintana Jing
Bought by
Gibney Jennifer N and Gibney Aaron M
Seller's Agent
Cindy Sun
San Diego Gold Medal Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Zatt
Compass
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.33%
Views
146
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.98%
Original Mortgage
$1,549,500
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 15, 2019
Closed on
Aug 23, 2019
Sold by
Kim Jaeyoung and Park Ah Young
Bought by
Quintana Nicolas Noel and Quintana Jing
Seller's Agent
Vince Moon
House & Domus Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Sun
San Diego Gold Medal Realty Inc
List Price
$930,000
Sold Price
$916,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,500
-1.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.45%
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2014
Sold by
Braman John F and Dunkle Julie H
Bought by
Kim Jaeyoung and Park Ah Young
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$539,250
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 23, 2005
Sold by
Dunkle Julie H and Hancock Scott J
Bought by
Braman John F and Dunkle Julie H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$481,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2000
Sold by
Hancock Nancy J
Bought by
Hancock Scott J
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
8.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 1997
Sold by
Dunkle Jonathan E
Bought by
Dunkle Julie H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 1997
Sold by
Santiago Benjamin B and Santiago Belen C
Bought by
Dunkle Julie H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 16, 1993
Sold by
Sunburst Corp
Bought by
Santiago Benjamin B and Santiago Belen C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,950
Interest Rate
6.85%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,800,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,500,000 | Wfg National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $916,500 | Wfg Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $719,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Titl Company | |
| Grant Deed | $258,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Corporate Deed | $235,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,458,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $1,559,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $1,549,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $215,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $529,166 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $539,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $447,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $455,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $481,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $262,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $187,950 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Sold | $1,800,000 | +5.9% | $842 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | For Sale | $1,699,000 | +13.3% | $794 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2023 05/12/23 | Sold | $1,500,000 | -7.7% | $701 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2023 04/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2023 04/19/23 | Price Changed | $1,625,000 | +8.7% | $760 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Price Changed | $1,495,000 | 0.0% | $699 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | +0.3% | $699 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2023 03/30/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/18/2023 03/18/23 | For Sale | $1,490,000 | +62.6% | $697 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2019 09/19/19 | Sold | $916,500 | -1.5% | $428 / Sq Ft |
| 08/21/2019 08/21/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2019 08/15/19 | For Sale | $930,000 | -- | $435 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $14,062 | $1,560,600 | $1,040,400 | $520,200 |
| 2024 | $14,062 | $1,530,000 | $1,020,000 | $510,000 |
| 2023 | $9,874 | $963,402 | $630,706 | $332,696 |
| 2022 | $9,689 | $944,513 | $618,340 | $326,173 |
| 2021 | $9,500 | $925,994 | $606,216 | $319,778 |
| 2020 | $9,417 | $916,500 | $600,000 | $316,500 |
| 2019 | $7,961 | $774,642 | $289,606 | $485,036 |
| 2018 | $8,632 | $759,454 | $283,928 | $475,526 |
| 2017 | $8,458 | $744,563 | $278,361 | $466,202 |
| 2016 | $8,299 | $729,964 | $272,903 | $457,061 |
| 2015 | $7,265 | $630,592 | $235,752 | $394,840 |
| 2014 | $7,164 | $618,240 | $231,134 | $387,106 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Valerie Zatt
Seller's Agent in 2025
Valerie Zatt
Compass
(858) 882-7932
3 in this area
75 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Joshua Geller
Willis Allen Real Estate
-
Cindy Sun
Seller's Agent in 2023
Cindy Sun
San Diego Gold Medal Realty Inc
(858) 888-6372
11 in this area
80 Total Sales
-
Vince Moon
Seller's Agent in 2019
Vince Moon
House & Domus Realty
(619) 838-6475
7 in this area
94 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250027646
APN: 306-220-57
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