For Sale at Kensington: 4209 Alder Dr, San Diego, CA 92116. 2-bedroom 2-bath, 1588 sf, 1927 Kensington $1,895,000 begin new search
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Overview

Discover your private retreat in San Diego’s beloved Kensington neighborhood. This charming Spanish ranch offers 2 beds, 2 baths and a generous, private lot designed for both comfort and lifestyle. The Inside is a warm and inviting formal living room featuring a cozy fireplace adorned with original Batchelder tile, seamlessly flowing into the formal dining area complete with custom lighting, French doors, and custom built in cabinetry with library ladder. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen showcases designer cabinetry, a wine fridge, and bar seating, all overlooking a comfortable family room—ideal for both entertaining and daily living. The renovated primary bathroom offers a spa-inspired experience with a relaxing steam shower, designed for everyday modern luxury. Outdoors, the home truly shines. The covered patio opens to a resort-style backyard with a heated pool / spa, dry sauna, outdoor shower, and lush, mature landscaping. A private detached casita below offers the perfect space for exercise or a creative studio. Enjoy your own fruit garden with mature lime, avocado, lemon, nectarine, and tangerine trees. Timeless character remains with original windows and stucco (some thoughtfully restored), while tech upgrades include a SimpliSafe security system and app-controlled pool and lighting. The property includes an ADU conversion option, offering an exceptional opportunity for additional space or potential rental income. This is Kensington living at its finest—where charm, privacy, and lifestyle come together effortlessly near Adams Avenue eateries + shops.

Address 4209 Alder Dr

San Diego, CA 92116
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $1,895,000
Original Listing $2,200,000 @ 2026-02-06
Property Condition Updated/Remodeled
Off-Market Date 2026-02-12T09:25:34Z
Rooms
Main Floor Bedroom
Square Footage 1588 sf
Flooring Wood
Bedrooms 2
Full Bathrooms 2
Location
Directions From I-15, take Adams Ave East, Left onto Marlborough Dr, Right on Alder Drive. The property is on your right. Cross Street: Marlborough Drive.
Market Area 92116 - Normal Heights
Neighborhood Kensington
Complex Kensington
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 4653001300
Zoning R-1:SINGLE
Geographic Areas

Airport Compatibility Zone: Montgomery Field

Community College District: San Diego CC

School District: San Diego Unified

Zip Code: 92116

Highway Locator

East of I-15

East of I-5

South of I-8

East of I-805

East of SR-163

South of SR-52

South of SR-56

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 8.0 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 10,250 sf
Fencing Wood
Topography Not Listed
Roof Flat
Swimming Pool In Ground, Private, Heated, Gas Heat
Patio Front Porch
Exclusive Yard 1
Parking
Garage
Garage - Single Door
Garage Faces Front
Driveway
Total Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 1
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 2.00
View Not Listed
Features
Year Built 1927 (source: Assessor)
Laundry Location Inside,Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplaces Gas,Wood Burning (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Yes
Assessments Yes
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Construction Materials Stucco
Cooling Yes
Heating Yes
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels One
Living Area Source Assessor
Lot Features Sprinklers In Front, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio Yes
Pool Private Yes
Property Attached No
Sprinklers Yes
View No
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR San Diego
MLS Number 260003016SD
Courtesy of Native
Listing Agent Jessica Foote