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About this home
Beautiful Spanish-style 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, tucked away on a quiet street in one of San Diego's most sought-after neighborhoods. Its move-in ready and has been thoughtfully upgraded throughout, so you can settle in and enjoy it from day one. Inside, new flooring runs through many of the rooms, the primary bathroom has been fully remodeled with high-end finishes, giving you a private retreat at the end of the day. Major systems, including the HVAC, have been updated in recent years. Step outside to an exceptionally large backyard framed by mature, beautifully kept landscaping. A graceful Chinese elm gives shade, and pomegranate and other fruit trees offer a harvest you can enjoy year after year. There's plenty of room to garden, entertain, or simply relax. The location is hard to beat, you're close to highly rated schools, convenient shopping, of Mission Trails Regional Park, while still living in a cozy peaceful neighborhood. Do not miss your chance to own a gem in Vista Del Cerro.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
$704Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Gary Pena•DRE #00405807• West Coast Properties
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dailard Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Patrick Henry High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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About San
Carlos
San Carlos, located between Mission Trails Regional Park and Lake Murray, is a residential and hillside San Diego neighborhood with canyon views and mid-century ranch streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lake Murray Boulevard and Navajo Road corridor, where local eateries, markets, and everyday services line the sidewalks. Cowles Mountain Trailhead sets the outdoor tempo with steady foot traffic and sunrise hikers. Homes range from postwar single-levels to updated split-levels, often framed by mature trees and sloped lots. San Carlos Recreation Center and the adjacent park fields anchor community routines. The Trolley at SDSU and nearby I-8 shape commutes without changing the quiet, inland feel.
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Offer insights
8045 Forrestal Rd · $1,331,000
$1.33M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.33M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
17 days
The average home goes pending in 30 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Gas fireplace in the dining room
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher, disposal, microwave, refrigerator, built-in range, convection oven, gas oven, ice maker, gas range
Laundry & utility
Washer, dryer
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced-air natural gas heating
Exterior features
Full fencing
Home design
Detached single-family residence
One story
Parking
Attached 3-car garage with garage door opener
5 total parking spaces
Construction
Stucco construction
Utilities
Sewer connected
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Highly upgraded Vista Del Cerro home. Gourmet kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite counters, & stylish wood cabinets. Large living room & formal dining room w/ vaulted ceilings. Master suite with access to the backyard & spa. Large master bathroom w/ dual sinks. Family room w/ fireplace. Spacious, shaded backyard with plenty of outdoor space to entertain your guests. Recessed lighting, stylish floors, dual pane windows. Walk to highly rated Dailard Elementary & beautiful Dailard Park.
Public Records
Jun 26, 2008
Sold
$620,000
$328/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,388 (+8.9%)
$597,717 + $292,181
$889,898
2024
$10,453 (+2.3%)
$585,998 + $286,452
$872,450
2023
$10,221 (+2.7%)
$574,508 + $280,836
$855,344
2022
$9,948 (+0.7%)
$563,244 + $275,330
$838,574
2021
$9,878 (+1.2%)
$552,200 + $269,932
$822,132
2020
$9,758 (+1.8%)
$541,373 + $264,640
$806,013
2019
$9,582 (+7.0%)
$535,822 + $261,927
$797,749
2018
$8,957 (+2.5%)
$525,316 + $256,792
$782,108
2017
$8,743 (+25.0%)
$504,918 + $246,821
$751,739
2016
$6,993 (+5.3%)
$504,918 + $246,821
$751,739
2015
$6,642 (+9.3%)
$403,000 + $197,000
$600,000
2014
$6,078 (−0.3%)
$350,000 + $170,000
$520,000
2013
$6,098 (+15.3%)
$350,000 + $170,000
$520,000
2012
$5,288 (−0.1%)
$350,000 + $170,000
$520,000
2011
$5,294 (−23.3%)
$340,000 + $140,000
$480,000
2010
$6,903 (−0.3%)
$340,000 + $140,000
$480,000
2009
$6,922 (+174.4%)
$427,384 + $203,516
$630,900
2008
$2,522
$428,400 + $204,000
$632,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1971
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,890
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,890
Year built
1971
Style
Single Family Residential
County
San Diego County
APN
4562233200
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RS-1-7
NAVAJO
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.
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 94° expected this year, 14 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 • 92119
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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73
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48
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
87/ 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.
9.9 hrs
7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 8045 Forrestal Rd
$1,363,708
$33K over list price of $1.33M
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