Welcome to your new home in the heart of Lakeside! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,253 sqft of comfortable living space on an expansive 11,000+ sqft lot—perfect for those who crave the indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Step inside to find modern vinyl plank flooring, slab countertops, and stainless steel appliances in a bright and open kitchen. Stay cool year-round with the energy-efficient mini-split in the downstairs living room and primary bedroom. Outside, the oversized deck is perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying peaceful hillside views. The paver patio, playset, and fruit trees make the backyard ideal for both kids and adults. With ample storage and room to grow, there's space for gardening, toys, or even a future pool or ADU. This move-in-ready home is a rare find with so much usable outdoor space. Don’t miss your chance to live in a serene, private neighborhood with room to dream and grow!
Sold for $725,000 on 09/24/25
$725,000
8545 Gardena Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040
3beds
1,253sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.26 Acres Lot
$727,100 Zestimate®
$579/sqft
$3,430 Estimated rent
Home value
$727,100
$669,000 - $785,000
$3,430/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 24, 2025 at 05:01pm
Listed by:
Ken Schwartz DRE #01854235 858-500-2195,
Century 21 Affiliated
Bought with:
Sebastian Winfield, DRE #02098879
LPT Realty, Inc
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250035653
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Wall/Gravity
Cooling
- Wall/Window
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Features
- Flooring: Linoleum/Vinyl, Wood
- Fireplace features: N/K
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,253
- Total interior livable area: 1,253 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3851900400
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lakeside
- Subdivision: LAKESIDE
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2025 | Sold | $725,000$579/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #250035653 | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Pending sale | $725,000$579/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250035653 | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000+58.6%$579/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250035653 | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $3,750$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 6/7/2025 | Price change | $3,750+1.5%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,767 +2.8% | $499,790 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,582 +3.8% | $489,991 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,340 +1.9% | $480,384 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lemon Crest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 6/10Lakeside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- NALakeside Early Advantage PreschoolGrades: Distance: 2.3 mi
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Estimated market value
$727,100
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Estimated market value
$727,100