Courtesy of Compass, Craig Lotzof 858-243-4071
Property Description
Architectural Japanese-Modern Masterpiece by Chikako Terada “The Zen Haus” has been featured in San Diego Magazine, this one-of-a-kind OCEAN VIEW Japanese-Modern residence—designed by acclaimed architect Chikako Terada—is now offered for the first time. Over a year and a half in the making, this 3,416 sq. ft. home seamlessly blends tranquil Japanese simplicity with modern luxury and has recently undergone extensive designer updates to make it even more extraordinary. The highly upgraded, elevated kitchen is a showpiece, capturing panoramic east-to-west views of both the mountains and ocean. Anchored by a large social island, it serves as both a chef’s workspace and a welcoming gathering spot for family and friends. From here, enjoy views down into the dramatic Great Room, where soaring floor-to-ceiling windows with remote see-through shades bring the outdoors in. A striking 28-foot block fireplace commands attention, drawing the eye to the Douglas Fir open-beam ceiling. Built-in shelving create the ultimate environment for entertaining. Each spacious bedroom opens to a private veranda, framing serene mountain or city views through expansive free-flow windows. Outside, a resort-style backyard with lap pool and spa completes the retreat, while solar power adds modern sustainability. Every detail has been designed to maximize natural light, clean lines, and harmony with the landscape—making this residence both an architectural wonder and a rare opportunity.
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Property Details and Features
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Property
- Zoning: R-1
- Property subtype: Detached
- Property type: Residential
- “Additions/Alterations”
- “Turnkey”
- “Updated/Remodeled”
- “Bay”
- “City”
- “Evening Lights”
- “Ocean”
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Property Access
- “Canyon”
- “Open Space”
- “Other/Remarks”
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Appliances & Equipment
- “Dishwasher”
- “Disposal”
- “Pool/Spa/Equipment”
- “Refrigerator”
- “Solar Panels”
- “Other/Remarks”
- “Double Oven”
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Bathrooms
- 3 total bathrooms
- 3 full bathrooms
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Bedrooms
- 4 total bedrooms
- 5 possible bedrooms
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Building
- Built in 2003
- Building area total: 3416
- 2 stories
- 2 stories total
- Living area: 3416
- Living area units: Sqft
- Building area units: Sqft
- Entry level: 1
- “Contemporary”
- “Stucco”
- “2 Story”
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Cooling
- “Central Forced Air”
- “High Efficiency”
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Disclosures
- “Incorporated”
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Accessibility Features
- “Other”
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Fence
- “Full”
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Fireplaces
- 2 total fireplaces
- “FP in Family Room”
- “FP in Primary BR”
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Floors
- “Stone”
- “Tile”
- “Wood”
- “Ceramic Tile”
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Garage
- 2 spaces
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Water Features
- Irrigation source: “Automatic”, “Drip”, “Manual”, “Sprinklers”
- Water source: “Meter on Property”, “Public”
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Heating
- “Fireplace”
- “Forced Air Unit”
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Interior Features
- “2 Staircases”
- “Balcony”
- “Bar”
- “Bathtub”
- “Beamed Ceilings”
- “Bidet”
- “Built-Ins”
- “Ceiling Fan”
- “Copper Plumbing Full”
- “High Ceilings (9 Feet+)”
- “Kitchen Island”
- “Living Room Balcony”
- “Low Flow Shower”
- “Low Flow Toilet(s)”
- “Open Floor Plan”
- “Recessed Lighting”
- “Remodeled Kitchen”
- “Shower”
- “Shower in Tub”
- “Two Story Ceilings”
- “Vacuum Central”
- “Cathedral-Vaulted Ceiling”
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Laundry
- “Electric”
- “Gas”
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Listing
- Listing ID: 250038827
- List price: $4,495,000
- 50 days on market
- Listing contract date: 2025-09-13
- MLS area major: Coastal South
- Special listing conditions: “N/K”
- “Cash”
- “Conventional”
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Location
- Subdivision: PACIFIC BEACH
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Lot
- 10,500 size sqft
- Size area: 0.24
- Size units: Acres
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Parking
- Total: 5
- “Assigned”
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Pets Policy
- “Yes”
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Pool
- “Below Ground”
- “Lap”
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Roof
- “Other/Remarks”
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Schools
- High school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
- Middle or junior school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
- Elementary school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
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Security Features
- “Other/Remarks”
- “Security System”
- “Fire Rated Drywall”
- “Firewall(s)”
- “Smoke Detector”
- “Carbon Monoxide Detectors”
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Sewer
- “Sewer Connected”
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Utilities
- “Cable Connected”
- “Electricity Connected”
- “Natural Gas Connected”
- “Phone Connected”
- “See Remarks”
- “Sewer Connected”
- “Water Connected”
