Welcome home where Kensington charm meets modern amenities in this beautifully remodeled single level home on peaceful, quiet street. This graceful home sits on over half an acre with an oversized frontage that allows for a huge side yard paradise not often found in Kensington. Feel the nostalgic charm from the moment you enter the front door and be treated to a wonderful open floor plan with forever views of the hills, canyon and night lights. The remodeled kitchen is open to the huge dining area and is a delight to all with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, a 3.5 x 8.5 seated kitchen island & more. Upgraded cabinets, a full wall of custom tile work, bay window and easy access to the upper balcony deck for outside dining. The adjacent dining room o?ers room for a large table, a beautiful beamed, coved ceiling, and recessed art niche. Directly attached is the living room with a full wall of windows to bring in the light and beautiful exterior views. There is a built-in entertainment wall and the ceiling is finished with beautiful wood and beams to accent the wood floors .Enjoy a peaceful oasis in the primary suite by the fireplace with custom tile accents, coved wood beamed ceiling, a private exterior deck and an ensuite bath with dual sinks and custom tile oversize shower. The secondary bedrooms are spacious, light & bright with views of the peaceful yard retreats. The guest bathroom has been remodeled with custom tile tub surround and dual sinks with a huge vanity counter. (See Supplement)
Sold for $1,840,000 on 03/24/25
$1,840,000
4859 E Alder Dr, San Diego, CA 92116
3beds
1,561sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1934
-- sqft lot
$1,794,100 Zestimate®
$1,179/sqft
$5,609 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 24, 2025 at 04:26pm
Listed by:
Rhonda Hascall DRE #01241413 619-838-9044,
Rhonda Hascall, Broker
Bought with:
Kimberly Schmidt, DRE #01781140
Compass
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250000869
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer, Built In Range, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Gas Cooking, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built-Ins, Coffered Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: FP in Primary BR
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,561
- Total interior livable area: 1,561 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Awning/Porch Covered, Brick, Deck, Patio
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Panoramic, Valley/Canyon
- Frontage type: Canyon
Details
- Parcel number: 4652901200
- Special conditions: N/K
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
Condition
- Termite Clearance,Turnkey
- Year built: 1934
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Diego
- Subdivision: KENSINGTON
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA
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Estimated market value
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