4679 Vista St San Diego CA 92116 MLS #260015227SD
NEW PRICE – $1,597,500! Historic Kensington Craftsman with Mills Act tax savings already in place. New updates: * Excellent foundation. * Upstairs carpet removed, revealing beautiful, pristine original hardwood floors. Historic 1911 Craftsman in the heart of Kensington offering 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, approximately 2,200 sq ft, plus a detached studio with its own private entrance, private yard, and gated access. Rich with original character, the home is comfortable to enjoy as-is while offering the opportunity to remodel the kitchen and bathrooms over time—or create significant value through renovation. The detached studio has historically rented for approximately $1,700 per month, providing outstanding income potential, guest quarters, or a private workspace. Ideal for buyers seeking a character home, investors, or flippers looking for a rare Kensington opportunity with substantial Mills Act property tax savings. Quiet location just steps from Kensington’s restaurants, cafés, and shops. This is currently the most affordable opportunity in Kensington and the least expensive Mills Act-designated home in the neighborhood. Whether you’re seeking a charming historic residence, an income-producing property, a value-add project, or a long-term investment, this property offers exceptional flexibility and upside. With the benefit of the Mills Act, property taxes are substantially lower than those of comparable homes, creating significant long-term savings while preserving one of Kensington’s architectural gems.
Property Details
Price:
$1,597,500
MLS #:
260015227SD
Status:
Pending
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Kensington
Neighborhood:
92116normalheights
Listed Date:
Jul 3, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,216
Year Built:
1911
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF, HOD
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Heating
ELC, FA, GAS
Laundry Features
ELC, GAS, IK
Levels
U
Exterior
Architectural Style
CRF
Construction Materials
WOD
Fencing
PTL
Parking Spots
9
Parking Total
9
Roof
CMP
Financial
Map
Community
- Address4679 Vista St San Diego CA
- SubdivisionKensington
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92116
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of Aug 06, 2026
2,059
Single Family Listed
68
Avg DOM
577
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,238,969
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Kensington subdivision, 4679 Vista St San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92116. It is listed for $1,597,500 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,216 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1911. The current price per square foot is $721. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $577. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,238,969. To schedule a showing of MLS#260015227sd at 4679 Vista St in San Diego, CA, contact your The Knight Group LA agent at 310.409.7242.
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