This beautifully reimagined one-story Minimal Traditional single family residence blends timeless character with thoughtful modern enhancements. A well-designed addition—featuring a spacious Master Suite, expanded dining area and powder room—introduces abundant natural light and a seamless circular flow throughout the home. Set back on a sunny corner lot just south of Adams Avenue, this unexpected gem is filled with warmth and comfort at every turn. Indoor and outdoor zen living come together effortlessly, with inviting spaces that open to a private backyard retreat—perfect for al fresco dining, quiet relaxation, or entertaining guests. The open-concept kitchen and dining area serve as the heart of the home, while bedroom three offers ideal flexibility as a home office or creative space. A two-car garage provides everyday convenience, complemented by paid-off solar and an EV charger for energy efficiency without compromise. Easy-care landscaping allows you to spend more time enjoying the property and less time maintaining it. All of this, just a short stroll to Kensington’s charming village of shops, cafés, and local favorites—with quick freeway access that keeps the rest of San Diego within easy reach.
Property Details
Price:
$1,539,000
MLS #:
260005321
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
Kensington KENS
Neighborhood:
metrouptown
Listed Date:
Mar 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,492
Total Sq Ft:
1,492
Lot Size:
5,589 sqft / 0.13 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1945
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Forced Air
Heating
Forced Air Unit
Laundry Features
Gas
Levels
1 Story
Exterior
Architectural Style
Cottage
Construction Materials
Stucco, Wood
Fencing
Partial
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Detached
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
Composition
Stories
1
Financial
Map
Community
- Address4502 Vista St San Diego CA
- SubdivisionKensington (KENS)
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92116
Subdivisions in San Diego
- BAY PARK
- Bayview Heights 570
- CARMEL MOUNTAIN RANCH
- CARMEL VALLEY
- CITY HEIGHTS
- Civita CIVI
- CLAIREMONT
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- COLLEGE GROVE
- Crestmont CSM
- DEL CERRO
- DOWNTOWN
- Downtown DT
- EAST DEL MAR
- EAST SAN DIEGO
- East Village 400
- Emerald Hills EMER
- ENCANTO
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- HILLCREST
- Horizon HORZ
- Knightsbridge KBRG
- LA JOLLA
- LINDA VISTA
- LOGAN HEIGHTS
- MIRA MESA
- MISSION BEACH
- Mission Greens R1 MG
- MISSION HILLS
- MISSION VALLEY
- NORTH PARK
- OCEAN BEACH
- Ocean View Terrace OVTR
- PACIFIC BEACH
- Palacio Del Mar PD
- POINT LOMA
- RANCHO BERNARDO
- Rancho Pacifica 1 261701
- RANCHO PENASQUITOS
- RANCHO SANTA FE
- Regency Villas RGVL
- SABRE SPR
- SAN CARLOS
- SAN DIEGO
- SANTALUZ
- SCRIPPS RANCH
- SERRA MESA
- Smoke Tree SMTR
- SOUTH SD
- Stonecrest 892
- TALMADGE
- TIERRASANTA
- UNIVERSITY CITY
- UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
- Unknown 999
- Walden WAL
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of May 08, 2026
1,624
Single Family Listed
45
Avg DOM
767
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,481,031
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Kensington (KENS) subdivision, 4502 Vista St San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92116. It is listed for $1,539,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,492 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1945. The current price per square foot is $1,032. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $767. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,481,031. To schedule a showing of MLS#260005321 at 4502 Vista St in San Diego, CA, contact your Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty agent at 6193633000.
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