Home | San Diego County | San Diego | 92116 | 4209 Alder Dr
MLS: SD260003016 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,891,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1,588 | 10,250 | 1927 |
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-controlle
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | SD260003016 |
| MLS Source | San Diego MLS |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener |
| Fireplace | Gas Burning, Wood Burning |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Laundry | Hookup - Electric, Hookup - Gas Dryer, In Closet, Inside |
| Cooling | Central Forced Air |
| Heating | Fireplace, Forced Air, Gas - Natural |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Flat, Tile |
| Foundation | Slab |
| Pool | Heated - Gas, In Ground, Other, Pool/Spa Combo, Spa - Private, Spa/Hot Tub |
| Style | Mediterranean |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Detached, Facing Front, Garage, Other, Garage: 1 Car(s) |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| Zoning | R-1:SINGLE |
Jessica Foote
Native
License #: 01861694
Phone: (858) 461-9612
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.44 mi | 5 |
| Normal Heights Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.58 mi | 5 |
| Hoover High School | public | 9-12 | 0.61 mi | 4 |
| Wilson Middle School | public | 6-8 | 0.85 mi | 3 |
| Adams Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.88 mi | 7 |
| Central Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.02 mi | 4 |
| Euclid Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.07 mi | 8 |
| Ibarra Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.20 mi | 7 |
| Edison Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.23 mi | 7 |
| Cherokee Point Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.26 mi | 3 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.30 mi | 4 |
| Fay Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.49 mi | 2 |
| Hardy Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.51 mi | 10 |
| Joyner Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.57 mi | 4 |
| Mann Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.58 mi | 5 |
| Clark Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.67 mi | 2 |
| Marshall Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.75 mi | 7 |
| Crawford High School | public | 9-12 | 1.80 mi | 4 |
| Garfield Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.84 mi | 7 |
| San Diego Adult | public | UG | 1.95 mi | N/A |
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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 14, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Jessica Foote, (858) 461-9612.