4869 Marlborough Dr
San Diego, CA 92116
$1,300,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,500 Sq. Ft.
$867 / Sq. Ft.
1,500
Sq. Ft.
$867
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 3/11/21
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Sold 3/11/21
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Description
Stylish single-level Spanish casa, in the heart of Kensington. Well-kept historical Spanish home with endless updated features. 3rd bedroom opens to the backyard and can be used as a home office. Rare Batchelder fireplace in perfect condition, beautiful hardwood floors, stunning original tile work and cast iron bathtub in main bath. List goes on... This 7000sf lot has 1500sf indoor living space+550sf outdoor living, a beautifully landscaped backyard large enough for a pool, or potentially adding...Stylish single-level Spanish casa, in the heart of Kensington. Well-kept historical Spanish home with endless updated features. 3rd bedroom opens to the backyard and can be used as a home office. Rare Batchelder fireplace in perfect condition, beautiful hardwood floors, stunning original tile work and cast iron bathtub in main bath. List goes on... This 7000sf lot has 1500sf indoor living space+550sf outdoor living, a beautifully landscaped backyard large enough for a pool, or potentially adding an ADU. A list of highlighted features and improvements include: -Rare 1929 Original Batchelder fireplace in wonderful condition -Striking art-deco arched arcades throughout -Beautiful and original dining room chandelier -Original cast iron bathtub in main bath -Original colorful tile work in main bath -Craftsman style windows -Completed kitchen and laundry room remodel, including Kenmore Elite stove and refrigerator, new cabinets, countertops, built-in banquette seating w/ storage, garbage disposal, vent hood, and dishwasher, and creation of a laundry nook (2013) -Brand new LG washer and dryer just installed (2020) -Newly installed 300 square foot Trex deck and redwood pergola (2020). -New drought resistant landscaping in backyard, drip irrigation system, and river rock (2020). -Two installed 4x8 ft raised garden beds (lettuces, tomatoes, red onions, fennel), and fruit trees (orange, strawberry guava) with automatic drip irrigation. -Addition of a 250 sf paver patio adjacent to the deck (great for fire pits!) -New landscaping in front of the house with automatic drip irrigation. -Installed French doors from back bedroom/home office to yard -Installed secure gate to alley -Installation of electronic code lock to the garage. -Electrical upgrades to formal dining room, formal living room, kitchen, and back bedroom/home office -New flat roof (2012) -New refrigerator compressor -Installed steel security back kitchen door -Addition of redwood shed for yard/firewood storage -Main bath shower was completely replaced and refilled. -New toilet and sink fixtures in main bath -New paint in most interior rooms.
- Listed by Meng Xu • DRE #02029181 • Hunter & Maddox Intl. Inc. • 646-290-0811
Property Details for 4869 Marlborough Drive
Area
92116 - Normal Heights
NeighborhoodKensington
CommunityKENSINGTON
City Postal IDNORMAL HEIGHTS (92116)
Cross Street(s)E. Canterbury Drive
LISTING UPDATED: 03/11/2021 06:56 PM
Property Details for 4869 Marlborough Drive
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 210001960 |
| Days on Market | 8 |
| Taxes | - |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| Lot Size | 0.15 AC / 6,708 SF |
| County | San Diego County |
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Building Information for 4869 Marlborough Drive
Stories1Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,708 SF
Property Information for 4869 Marlborough Drive
Summary Information
Property and Location
- System ID: 210001960
- Class: RESIDENTIAL
- Residential Styles: Detached
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
- Attached Style: Patio/Garden
- Levels: 1 Story
- Year Built: 1929
- Street Number Numeric: 4869
- Street Name: Marlborough Drive
- Age Restrictions: N/K
- Exclusive Use Yard: Yes
- Market Area: Metro Uptown
- Directions To Property: Closest main streets are Adams and Marlborough Drive.
- Elementary School: San Diego Unified School District
- Middle School: San Diego Unified School District
- High School: San Diego Unified School District
- Middle School URL: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
- High School URL: https://www.sandiegounified.org/
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Parking
- Parking Garage: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Parking Non-Garage: Driveway, Private
- Parking Garage Spaces: 1
- Number of Parking Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
- Home Owner Fees: $0
- Monthly Total Fees: $0
- CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
- Other Fees: $0
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Supplement
- Supplement: A list of highlighted features and improvements include: -Rare 1929 Original Batchelder fireplace in wonderful condition -Striking art-deco arched arcades throughout -Beautiful and original dining room chandelier -Original cast iron bathtub in main bath -Original colorful tile work in main bath -Craftsman style windows -Completed kitchen and laundry room remodel, including Kenmore Elite stove and refrigerator, new cabinets, countertops, built-in banquette seating w/ storage, garbage disposal, vent hood, and dishwasher, and creation of a laundry nook (2013) -Brand new LG washer and dryer just installed (2020) -Newly installed 300 square foot Trex deck and redwood pergola (2020). -New drought resistant landscaping in backyard, drip irrigation system, and river rock (2020). -Two installed 4x8 ft raised garden beds (lettuces, tomatoes, red onions, fennel), and fruit trees (orange, strawberry guava) with automatic drip irrigation. -Addition of a 250 sf paver patio adjacent to the deck (great for fire pits!) -New landscaping in front of the house with automatic drip irrigation. -Installed French doors from back bedroom/home office to yard -Installed secure gate to alley -Installation of electronic code lock to the garage. -Electrical upgrades to formal dining room, formal living room, kitchen, and back bedroom/home office -New flat roof (2012) -New refrigerator compressor -Installed steel security back kitchen door -Addition of redwood shed for yard/firewood storage -Main bath shower was completely replaced and refilled. -New toilet and sink fixtures in main bath -New paint in most interior rooms.
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s), Whole House Fan
- Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
- Heat Source: Electric
- Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
- Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Continuous Clean Oven, Ice Maker, Vented Exhaust Fan, Counter Top
- Laundry Utilities: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
- Optional Bedrooms: 0
- Fireplaces(s): 1
- Fireplace: FP in Living Room
- Approximate Living Space: 5, 000 to 7, 499 SqFt
- Sub-Flooring: N/K
- Bedrooms Count: 3
- Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, Formal Entry, MBR Entry Level, Office, Storage Room, Sun Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Converted Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14*19
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14*19
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12*19
Interior Dimensions
- Dining Room Dimensions: 12*19
- Family Room Dimensions: 0
- Kitchen Dimensions: 14*19
- Living Room Dimensions: 14*19
Exterior Features
- Exterior: Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
- Fencing: Full, Wood
- Pool: N/K
- Patio: Awning/Porch Covered, Deck, Porch - Front
- Square Footage: 1500
Property Information
Property and Assessments
- Total Stories: 1
- Elevator: No
- Pets: Yes
- Entry Only: No
- Entry: 3+ Steps to Entry: No
- Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
- Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
- Topography: Level
- Zoning: R-1 SFR
- Complex/Park: Kensington Manor
- Assessors Parcel Num: 440-512-03-00
Utilities
- Water: N/K
- Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
- Irrigation: Automatic, Drip, Sprinklers
Multi Family Information
Building Details
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
Property History for 4869 Marlborough Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 4869 Marlborough Drive
Taxable ValueLand$1,167,328Additions$212,241Total$1,379,569
Tax Record2024$17,094 ($1,425 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,416 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,416 SqFtLot Size6,695 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN440-512-03-00
Schools near 4869 Marlborough Drive
This home is within San Diego Unified School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Franklin Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Lewis Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Wilson Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Patrick Henry High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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