Exquisite 4 bedroom Classic Spanish in the heart of north Kensington with every upgrade you can imagine! A true Entertainer's Dream home with ideal indoor/outdoor living spaces perfect for our southern California lifestyle. Enjoy original hardwood floors throughout, owned solar, a house water filtration system, new windows, 3 full bathrooms completely updated, a saltwater pool/jacuzzi and a detached bonus room perfect for a home office or kids playroom. 5 minute walk to everything in Kensington Village!
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$1,125Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Patrick Mercer•DRE #01964971• Keller Williams La Jolla
•619-846-2083 (agent)
•Patrick@Mercergrouprealestate.com (agent)
Bought with Patrick Mercer•DRE #01964971• Keller Williams La Jolla
Well maintained single story home with character and nice upgrades. Gated courtyard at the front of the home. Backyard has pool, seating area and optional bonus room. Long driveway leads to detached two car garage .
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
FHA&VA eligible!Exquisite remodel w/Spanish character!Welcome to the heart of Kensington north of Adams!Walking distance to restaurants&stores.Authentic custom beehive fireplaces,custom Spanish hand painted Talavera tile accents, new custom kitchen cabinets, new Saltillo floor tiles,refinished wood floors, custom wood borders&doors!Exterior entertaining area w/large Spanish beehive focal point, custom wood benches-plenty of room to entertain over 25 people!Newer dual pane windows!
New exterior stucco & new interior paint! New stainless steel appliances! Sooooo much more!!!!! A must see!!!ALL INFORMATION IS DEEMED TO BE RELIABLE, BUT IS NOT GUARANTEED. IT IS THE BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO CONFIRM ALL INFORMATION AND SATISFY ANY CONCERNS PRIOR TO THE CLOSE OF ESCROW AND REMOVAL OF ALL CONTINGENCIES. PERMITS ARE UNKNOWN AND IT IS BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO CONFIRM ALL INFORMATION ON PERMITS OR LACK THERE OF PRIOR TO REMOVAL OF CONTINGENCIES AND CLOSE OF ESCROW. THE SELLER HAS NEVER LIVED OR RESIDED IN THE PROPERTY AND THEREFORE HAS LIMITED TO NO KNOWLEDGE AS TO ITS PAST OR PRESENT CONDITION. PERMITS ARE UNKNOWN. TAX RECORDS REFLECT DIFFERENT BED AND BATH COUNT.
SDMLS #140066101
Jan 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Dec 23, 2014
Listed
$949,900
$535/sq ft
SDMLS #140061822
Dec 23, 2014
Listing Removed
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Nov 17, 2014
Listed
$949,900
$535/sq ft
SDMLS #140056569
Nov 17, 2014
Listing Removed
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Nov 3, 2014
Price Changed
$949,900
$535/sq ft
Oct 16, 2014
Listed
$984,900
$555/sq ft
SDMLS #140050757
Oct 16, 2014
Listing Removed
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Oct 6, 2014
Price Changed
$984,900
$555/sq ft
Sep 15, 2014
Listed
$989,900
$557/sq ft
SDMLS #140018160
Apr 28, 2014
Sold
$740,000
$417/sq ft
Apr 17, 2014
Pending
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Apr 7, 2014
Listed
$750,000
$422/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,762 (+6.6%)
$1,203,809 + $440,736
$1,644,545
2024
$19,478 (+1.8%)
$1,180,205 + $432,095
$1,612,300
2023
$19,131 (+2.8%)
$1,157,064 + $423,623
$1,580,687
2022
$18,618 (+35.3%)
$1,134,377 + $415,317
$1,549,694
2021
$13,761 (+1.5%)
$1,112,135 + $407,174
$1,519,309
2020
$13,559 (+1.7%)
$554,572 + $487,563
$1,042,135
2019
$13,330 (+6.4%)
$548,886 + $482,564
$1,031,450
2018
$12,528 (+9.0%)
$538,124 + $473,102
$1,011,226
2017
$11,489 (+6.0%)
$517,229 + $454,732
$971,961
2016
$10,834 (+20.7%)
$517,229 + $454,732
$971,961
2015
$8,979 (+723.0%)
$507,088 + $405,620
$912,708
2014
$1,091 (+7.6%)
$49,920 + $39,931
$89,851
2013
$1,014 (+8.4%)
$49,920 + $39,931
$89,851
2012
$935 (+2.0%)
$49,695 + $39,751
$89,446
2011
$917 (+1.7%)
$48,721 + $38,972
$87,693
2010
$901 (−0.3%)
$47,766 + $38,208
$85,974
2009
$903 (+3.7%)
$47,410 + $37,923
$85,333
2008
$871
$47,523 + $38,014
$85,537
Tax history for 4162 Rochester Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,762 (+6.6%)
$1,203,809 + $440,736
$1,644,545
2024
$19,478 (+1.8%)
$1,180,205 + $432,095
$1,612,300
2023
$19,131 (+2.8%)
$1,157,064 + $423,623
$1,580,687
2022
$18,618 (+35.3%)
$1,134,377 + $415,317
$1,549,694
2021
$13,761 (+1.5%)
$1,112,135 + $407,174
$1,519,309
2020
$13,559 (+1.7%)
$554,572 + $487,563
$1,042,135
2019
$13,330 (+6.4%)
$548,886 + $482,564
$1,031,450
2018
$12,528 (+9.0%)
$538,124 + $473,102
$1,011,226
2017
$11,489 (+6.0%)
$517,229 + $454,732
$971,961
2016
$10,834 (+20.7%)
$517,229 + $454,732
$971,961
2015
$8,979 (+723.0%)
$507,088 + $405,620
$912,708
2014
$1,091 (+7.6%)
$49,920 + $39,931
$89,851
2013
$1,014 (+8.4%)
$49,920 + $39,931
$89,851
2012
$935 (+2.0%)
$49,695 + $39,751
$89,446
2011
$917 (+1.7%)
$48,721 + $38,972
$87,693
2010
$901 (−0.3%)
$47,766 + $38,208
$85,974
2009
$903 (+3.7%)
$47,410 + $37,923
$85,333
2008
$871
$47,523 + $38,014
$85,537
*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
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
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Lot size
6,050 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1929
Sq. Ft.
1,776
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4403610600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces Total: 6
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Outside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Full
Roof: Flat
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Private, Salt Water, In Ground
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
Location Information
Subdivision Name: KENSINGTON
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,776
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,050 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1929
County: San Diego County
APN: 4403610600
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: San Diego Association of REALTOR
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Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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Wilson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Hoover High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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7 days above 89° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.90M – $2.30M
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