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listing_id: SD260019421
status: Active
price: 749900
beds: 4
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1696
sqft_lot: 5900
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1952
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "866  Merlin  Dr"
city: San Diego
state: CA
zip: 92114
county: "San Diego County"
lat: 32.714373
lng: -117.069804
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Omar Elminoufi"
list_office: "Beach City Brokers, Inc."
list_agent_phone: "(310) 993-8836"
list_agent_license: 01462824
mls_source: SDMLS
modified: 2026-08-07
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Diego County | San Diego | 92114 | 866 Merlin Dr

866 Merlin Dr, San Diego, CA 92114

MLS: SD260019421 | Status: Active | Price: $749,900
Beds/Baths: 4 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 2 1,696 5,900 1952

Remarks

Stunningly remodeled Emerald Hills home with panoramic canyon views and an exceptional opportunity for additional living space or future income. Offering approximately 1,200 sq ft upstairs plus a ~500 sq ft partially finished basement with separate access, this unique property sits on an R-2 lot and offers flexibility rarely found at this price point. The light-filled main level features an open-concept floor plan with modern earth-tone finishes and a beautifully appointed kitchen showcasing quartz countertops, stylish tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious breakfast bar peninsula. The inviting primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom with a chic dual-sink vanity and oversized tiled shower. Downstairs, the approximately 500 sq ft basement provides tremendous flexibility for a future ADU, guest suite, home office, gym, or additional living space (buyer to verify). The two-tiered lot offers privacy, outdoor potential, and beautiful canyon views that can be enjoyed from multiple areas of the property. Recent improvements include updated plumbing and a newer roof. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, schools, and major freeways, this is a rare opportunity to own a remodeled home with exceptional flexibility and future upside in desirable Emer

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # SD260019421
MLS Source San Diego MLS
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Other
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Other
Fireplace Decorative Only, Living Room
Laundry Hookup - Gas Dryer, Hookups Only, Other
Cooling Multi-Zone
Heating Other

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition, Flat
Pool Other

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Converted, Other, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
HOA Fee $0
Zoning R-2:MINOR

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Omar Elminoufi Brett Bowman
Beach City Brokers, Inc. Beach City Brokers, Inc.
License #: 01462824 License #: 02119484
Phone: (310) 993-8836 Phone: (619) 206-9621

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Johnson Elementary School public K-5 0.49 mi 4
Encanto Elementary School public K-5 0.66 mi 4
Valencia Park Elementary School public K-5 0.84 mi 4
Horton Elementary School public K-5 1.01 mi 3
Millennial Tech Middle School public 6-8 1.16 mi 2
Nye Elementary School public K-5 1.27 mi 9
Lincoln High School public 9-12 1.37 mi 4
Oak Park Elementary School public K-5 1.43 mi 6
Webster Elementary School public K-5 1.44 mi 8
San Altos Elementary School public K-6 1.48 mi 7
Morse High School public 9-12 1.53 mi 7
Fulton K-8 public K-8 1.63 mi 4
Chollas/Mead Elementary School public K-5 1.64 mi 5
Porter Elementary School public K-6 1.69 mi 2
Carver Elementary School public K-5 1.76 mi 3
Knox Middle public 6-8 1.78 mi 4
San Miguel Elementary School public K-6 1.94 mi 4
Ira Harbison School public K-6 1.98 mi 8
Perry Elementary School public K-5 2.06 mi 4
Bethune K-8 public K-8 2.11 mi 9

Nearby Homes

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2217 Alpha St $849,999 6 3 1,925 PendingDoNotShow
335 Cates St. $719,000 3 2 1,095 Active
221 Henrietta Ct $729,000 4 2 1,452 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 07, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Omar Elminoufi, (310) 993-8836.