Charming Spanish Revival with a modern, custom design. This single level 3 bedroom home offers a detached bonus room with full bath, full 2 car garage, plus easy access to a walkable small town lifestyle which defines Kensington. Fully reimagined by Maverick Design, the 1930s Spanish charm captures your heart from pulling into the long driveway to walking into the front door. The living room offers large picture windows pulling in an abundance of light and showcasing the original hardwood floors. Move onto the light & airy kitchen and dining area fully remodeled with custom two-tone cabinets, quartz countertops, and a handcrafted designer backsplash, and energy efficient stainless steel appliances. Down the hall you will find 3 full bedrooms and the secondary bath upgraded to include designer tile floors with modern vanity & lighting fixtures. The primary suite is a dream escape, offering a large retreat area in addition to the bedroom area, and a spa-like remodeled bathroom with full glass enclosed custom tiled shower, dual modern style vanities and lighting, with a stylish barn door leading to the closet. The Primary bedroom also provides access to the back yard through a large sliding door providing a quick escape to the bonus room with 264sq of space, private entry, dual skylights & slider draw in an abundance of light and fresh air —perfect for a yoga studio, gym, office or guest space. Don’t hesitate on this Kensington Charmer. This is the one you have been waiting for!
Single-familyProperty Type
1933Year Built
7,518 sq ftLot Size
$1,028Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gary Massa•DRE #01790900• eXp Realty of California, Inc
Listed by Debbie Keckeisen•DRE #01869247• eXp Realty of California, Inc
This spacious Spanish style home has all its original charm and detail intact . . There is potential galore, bring your remodeling ideas! . . Hardwood floors throughout most of main house . . Living room features large picture window, fireplace, built-in niches, coved and inset ceilings . . Spacious dining room also features coved and inset ceiling . . Eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook . . Original swing doors from dining rm to kitchen and breakfast nook . .. see supplement
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,068 (+6.4%)
$1,379,570 + $371,422
$1,750,992
2024
$20,735 (+8.7%)
$1,352,520 + $364,140
$1,716,660
2023
$19,073 (+13.1%)
$1,326,000 + $357,000
$1,683,000
2022
$16,862 (+894.7%)
$1,222,000 + $330,000
$1,552,000
2021
$1,695 (+1.3%)
$1,150,000 + $225,000
$1,375,000
2020
$1,674 (+1.9%)
$57,820 + $76,119
$133,939
2019
$1,642 (+6.8%)
$57,228 + $75,339
$132,567
2018
$1,538 (+2.6%)
$56,106 + $73,862
$129,968
2017
$1,500 (+1.9%)
$53,928 + $70,995
$124,923
2016
$1,472 (+1.7%)
$53,928 + $70,995
$124,923
2015
$1,448 (+1.5%)
$52,871 + $69,603
$122,474
2014
$1,426 (+5.6%)
$51,057 + $67,216
$118,273
2013
$1,351 (+8.4%)
$51,057 + $67,216
$118,273
2012
$1,246 (+2.0%)
$50,827 + $66,913
$117,740
2011
$1,222 (+1.8%)
$49,831 + $65,601
$115,432
2010
$1,201 (−0.3%)
$48,854 + $64,315
$113,169
2009
$1,204 (+3.7%)
$48,489 + $63,835
$112,324
2008
$1,161
$48,605 + $63,987
$112,592
Tax history for 4125 Rochester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,068 (+6.4%)
$1,379,570 + $371,422
$1,750,992
2024
$20,735 (+8.7%)
$1,352,520 + $364,140
$1,716,660
2023
$19,073 (+13.1%)
$1,326,000 + $357,000
$1,683,000
2022
$16,862 (+894.7%)
$1,222,000 + $330,000
$1,552,000
2021
$1,695 (+1.3%)
$1,150,000 + $225,000
$1,375,000
2020
$1,674 (+1.9%)
$57,820 + $76,119
$133,939
2019
$1,642 (+6.8%)
$57,228 + $75,339
$132,567
2018
$1,538 (+2.6%)
$56,106 + $73,862
$129,968
2017
$1,500 (+1.9%)
$53,928 + $70,995
$124,923
2016
$1,472 (+1.7%)
$53,928 + $70,995
$124,923
2015
$1,448 (+1.5%)
$52,871 + $69,603
$122,474
2014
$1,426 (+5.6%)
$51,057 + $67,216
$118,273
2013
$1,351 (+8.4%)
$51,057 + $67,216
$118,273
2012
$1,246 (+2.0%)
$50,827 + $66,913
$117,740
2011
$1,222 (+1.8%)
$49,831 + $65,601
$115,432
2010
$1,201 (−0.3%)
$48,854 + $64,315
$113,169
2009
$1,204 (+3.7%)
$48,489 + $63,835
$112,324
2008
$1,161
$48,605 + $63,987
$112,592
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,996 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1933
Sq. Ft.
1,914
Year built
1933
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4403500800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RS-1-7
MID-CITY:KENSINGTON-TALMADGE
Residential-Single Unit Zone
The purpose of the RS zones is to provide appropriate regulations for the development of single dwelling units that accommodate a variety of lot sizes and residential dwelling types and which promote neighborhood quality, character, and livability. It is intended that these zones provide for flexibility in development regulations that allow reasonable use of property while minimizing adverse impacts to adjacent properties.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Dec 28, 2023 • Final
Photovoltaic
Electrical
Solar
Dec 28, 2023 • Final
Building construction
Pool and hot tub
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Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 5
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Garage - Single Door, Gated, Off Street
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 7
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooking, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Grill, Ice Maker, Microwave, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar
Kitchen Open to Family Room, Kitchen Island, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Remodeled, Shower, Shower in Tub
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Bonus Room, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Built-Ins, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished
Levels: One
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Lot-Level/Flat, Yard
Property Information
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 4403500800
Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Available, See Remarks, Electricity Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lighting
School Information
High School District: San Diego Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 32.76913500
Longitude: -117.10702700
Directions: South side of Rochester Rd between Kensington Dr. & Marlborough Dr.
Zoning: R-1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,914
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,996 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1933
Year Renovated: 1933
County: San Diego County
APN: 4403500800
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 16
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Gary
List Agent Last Name: Massa
Co-List Agent First Name: Debbie
Co-List Agent Last Name: Keckeisen
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc
Co-List Office Name: eXp Realty of California, Inc
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jordan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Beal
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Compass
Around this home
Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Wilson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
San Diego, CA • 92116
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 7.4 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.87M – $2.26M
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