




4502 Vista St, San Diego, CA, 92116
About This Home
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. Welcome to Kensington—where a charming 1945 home, walkable living, and effortless indoor/outdoor flow come together. Very well-maintained and set back on a corner lot just south of Adams, this light-filled residence offers a warm, inviting feel and a layout made for everyday comfort. Host with ease in the open kitchen and dining area, then head outside to your private backyard oasis with space to entertain, unwind, and enjoy San Diego evenings—made even better by easy-care landscaping. Need to work from home? Bedroom 3 makes an ideal office—better yet, take your laptop outdoors. You’ll also appreciate the paid-off solar and EV charger, plus a two-car garage. Walk to Kensington’s restaurants and services, this home makes it easy to love where you live.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1945
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Garage Door Opener,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Shed(s),Solar Panels,Washer
- Laundry features: Gas
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air Unit
- Cooling features: Central Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,492
- Total interior livable area: 1,492 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4654102400
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Lot size: 5,662 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,074 | $84,888 |
| Home Insurance * | $223 | $2,676 |
| Property Taxes | $1,510 | $18,120 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $9,205 | $110,460 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-06 | Price change | $1,539,000 |
| 2026-03-11 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000 |
| 2022-03-22 | Sold | $1,350,000 |
| 2022-03-01 | Pending sale | $1,195,000 |
| 2022-02-24 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000 |
| 1998-09-24 | Sold | $168,000 |
