This exceptional Kensington home combines timeless charm with modern upgrades in one of San Diegos's most desirable neighborhoods. This home is just a short walk to charming restaurants, cafe's , boutique shopping and neighborhood parks. This stunning home features 2 spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors, beautiful upgraded kitchen that perfectly blends style and functionality. The expansive enclosed back patio is ideal for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Thoughtfully updated the home includes newer roof, insulation, hot water heater, whole house water filtration, electric shades in the enclosed patio and freshly painted inside and out! ADDED BONUS- the sellers have architectural plans for and ADU above the garage that can convey. PLUS 220V WALL BOX FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING!
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
$924Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michelle Warner•DRE #01492513• RE/MAX Connections
Kensington, located between Mission Valley and North Park, is a historic and walkable San Diego neighborhood with Spanish Revival streetscapes and a village-style commercial strip. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Adams Avenue at Kensington Drive, where sidewalk patios, indie boutiques, and dessert counters keep the blocks animated. The Ken Cinema anchors local movie nights, while Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant and Kensington Cafe serve as long-running gathering spots. Curving residential streets mix stucco cottages, arched doorways, and manicured front gardens. A small-scale, on-foot rhythm defines daily errands, with canyon edges and nearby parks shaping the terrain.
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Market insights
4530 Edgeware Rd · $1,259,000
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 24 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.4%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,259,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,096,403. (13% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
1 price drop
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Range
Oven
Has fireplace (living room)
Bedrooms
Up to 2 bedrooms possible
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Range
Oven
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central air
Forced air heating
Natural gas heating
Fireplace heating
Exterior features
Partial fencing
Has view
Yard/landscaping on a lot approximately 4,000–7,499 SF
Home design
Single-family detached residence
Single-story
Parking
Detached garage
Total of 3 parking spaces (1 garage space)
Construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Sewer connected
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to this beautiful 1912 Kensington Craftsman home. Step inside and you’re greeted with original features including warm hardwood floors, boxed dining room ceiling and numerous original glass windows. Updated kitchen with SS appliances, den and delightful large screened-in rear porch perfect for entertaining. Extra large master bedroom with window seat and built-in drawers. Easy walk to Kensington village’s trendy restaurants, shops, neighborhood library, park and Franklin Elementary. Easy access to I-8, I-15, I-805 and public transportation. Occupants require 1 hour notice to show.
Public Records
Apr 3, 2000
Sold
$292,500
$215/sq ft
CRMLS #6000641
Apr 3, 2000
Sold
$292,400
$215/sq ft
Jan 10, 2000
Listed
$287,000
$211/sq ft
BEAUTIFUL HOME! FORMAL LR, FORMAL DR, INVITING FRONT PORCH, LG MASTER BR, SCREENED-IN BACK PORCH, DEN/FAM. RM. OFF KITCHEN, NEWER KITCHEN & BATHS, PRIVATE BACKYARD, 1 CAR GARAGE PLUS OFFICE AREA, LDY CLOSET OFF BACK PORCH. PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD "AS IS", IT IS IN VERY NICE CONDITION! TENANTS NEED NOTICE B-4
Public Records
Jul 1, 1985
Sold
$131,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 14, 1982
Sold
$85,000
$62/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,484 (+8.1%)
$634,881 + $425,898
$1,060,779
2024
$12,470 (+1.6%)
$622,433 + $417,548
$1,039,981
2023
$12,280 (+2.7%)
$610,229 + $409,361
$1,019,590
2022
$11,953 (+136.1%)
$598,264 + $401,335
$999,599
2021
$5,062 (+1.2%)
$586,534 + $393,466
$980,000
2020
$5,000 (+1.8%)
$248,479 + $166,688
$415,167
2019
$4,910 (+7.0%)
$245,932 + $164,979
$410,911
2018
$4,589 (+2.5%)
$241,110 + $161,745
$402,855
2017
$4,479 (+1.7%)
$231,749 + $155,465
$387,214
2016
$4,405 (+1.5%)
$231,749 + $155,465
$387,214
2015
$4,339 (+1.6%)
$227,205 + $152,417
$379,622
2014
$4,270 (+0.1%)
$219,410 + $147,188
$366,598
2013
$4,264 (+8.5%)
$219,410 + $147,188
$366,598
2012
$3,929 (+1.9%)
$218,419 + $146,523
$364,942
2011
$3,856 (+1.8%)
$214,137 + $143,650
$357,787
2010
$3,788 (−0.3%)
$209,939 + $140,834
$350,773
2009
$3,799 (+3.7%)
$208,370 + $139,782
$348,152
2008
$3,664
$208,866 + $140,115
$348,981
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,998 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,362
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,362
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4547141800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RS-1-7
MID-CITY:KENSINGTON-TALMADGE
TAOZ
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
Transit Area Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Recreation
Park & open space
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
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in San Diego. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 4530 Edgeware Rd
$1,242,572
$16K under list price of $1.26M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.1M to $1.5M.