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Key Details
Sold Price $1,795,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,788 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,003
Subdivision Kensington
MLS Listing ID 240017787SD
Sold Date 09/11/24
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1931
Property Description
Welcome to this timeless 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Spanish-style home, nestled deep in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Kensington. Family-owned since 1942, this residence showcases pride of ownership with its well-preserved charm and immaculate details. The beautifully manicured front yard leads you to a brick-lined, covered front patio which is an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Enter the home through the front door, complete with an old-style peep hole and step into a sunlit living room. The living room is a warm, inviting space filled with natural light from several windows, including an oversized arched window overlooking the front yard. There is a wood-burning fireplace with an original wood mantle and a custom tile surround and hearth which adds to the cozy atmosphere. The dining room is open to the living room and is perfect for entertaining. The upgraded spacious galley kitchen features granite countertops and backsplash, ample hardwood cabinets and drawers, a stainless-steel gas range, a built-in China cabinet and wood-encased crank windows. Adjacent to the kitchen is the laundry room, equipped with storage cabinets, a small pantry, a built-in vintage ironing board, a closet, a tankless water heater and a door leading to the side yard. The master suite boasts a private bath, a walk-in closet, and a door to the backyard. The master bath retains its original tiled flooring and shower, complemented by a wall-mounted sink. See Supplement This home has original beaming oak wood floors, doors with classic glass doorknobs, lath and plaster walls with coved ceilings and arched doorways. Additional features include ceiling fans, top-down-bottom-up Roman shades, several built-ins, and a hall bathroom with original tiled flooring, a shower/tub, and an authentic vintage medicine cabinet and pedestal sink. The long driveway, gated for privacy, leads to a detached two-car garage with a workbench, storage space and roll up garage door with opener. There is also an additional storage area behind the garage. The private backyard offers a covered patio, mature fruit trees (orange, lemon, and fig), a fragrant plumeria, and a side yard lined with gardenia bushes, bird of paradise, a blooming hydrangea bush and a designated area for BBQ supplies. This home is within walking distance to Kensington's renowned restaurants, schools, shopping, and easy freeway access. Don't miss the opportunity to own this charming and meticulously maintained home in one of Kensington's most desirable neighborhoods.
Location
State CA
County San Diego
Area 92116 - Normal Heights
Interior
Heating Forced Air, Fireplace(s), See Remarks
Cooling None
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Laundry Room, See Remarks
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Partial
Pool None
View Y/N No
Roof Type Composition,Flat
Porch Brick, Concrete, Covered, Front Porch
Attached Garage No
Total Parking Spaces 2
Private Pool No
Building
Story 1
Entry Level One
Level or Stories One
New Construction No
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 4650510200
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Conventional
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