Your sanctuary awaits! Charming canyon-view Craftsman home in El Cerrito with bonus studio casita! This 2BR/2BA house includes an attached 1BR/1BA casita with a private entrance. Once a successful Airbnb, the Casita offers a prime short-term rental opportunity, a retreat for guests, or a home office. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the main house (approx 1,105 sqft) features owned solar, hardwood floors, classic archways, updated bathrooms and kitchen, newer HVAC, fresh paint, a spacious primary suite with a balcony to the trees, walk-in closet, and en-suite bathroom. You will never want to leave this inviting retreat. Lush canyon views and mature trees frame a serene backyard sanctuary complete with a spa, tiered patios, grassy play areas, and thoughtfully landscaped spaces—ideal for evening gatherings, weekend brunches, or quiet moments with a book and a breeze. But what truly sets this property apart is its attached, 1-bedroom/1-bathroom casita. Whether you're seeking supplemental income, a creative studio, or a separate space for visitors, the casita makes it possible, all while enhancing the overall lifestyle experience. With owned solar, a garage, amazing cul-de-sac location, and just minutes to neighborhood cafes, shopping, dining, SDSU, and major freeways, this is more than just a home—it’s a smart, turnkey investment in one of San Diego’s most desirable and charming neighborhoods. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity while generating income or an investor seeking a move-in-ready property in a high-demand rental zone, 5412 Siesta Drive delivers the lifestyle, flexibility, and long-term value you've been dreaming of.
Sold for $1,125,900 on 07/23/25
Listing Provided by:
Kate Goodwin DRE #02095930 katesellssd@gmail.com,
eXp Realty of Southern CA
$1,125,900
5412 Siesta Dr, San Diego, CA 92115
3beds
1,335sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
6,500 Square Feet Lot
$1,121,600 Zestimate®
$843/sqft
$4,536 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 24, 2025 at 08:44am
Listing Provided by:
Kate Goodwin DRE #02095930 katesellssd@gmail.com,
eXp Realty of Southern CA
Bought with:
Rebecca Weimer, DRE #01108396
Weimer & Associates
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2506296
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,335 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground, Heated
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,500 sqft
- Dimensions: 6500
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 4665711000
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Suburban, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: San Diego
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Fannie Mae,Freddie Mac,VA Loan
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,121,600