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$795,000

3553 Monroe, San Diego, CA 92116

2Beds
1Baths
616Sq ft
1937Built
2,000Lot sq ft

Listed by Dylan P O'Neill, LPT Realty, Inc · 619-672-3963

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About this home

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled, turnkey home in the heart of Normal Heights! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath house features a finished garage, solar, a private backyard, abundant natural light, and an unbeatable location within walking distance of everything the neighborhood has to offer. Step inside to a bright, inviting interior that has been thoughtfully updated from top to bottom. The fully renovated kitchen features new cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a stylish tile backsplash, and a clean, contemporary design. The updated bathroom showcases new tile and modern finishes, while new flooring and fresh paint throughout complete the home's refreshed look. A new mini-split system provides efficient heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced, private backyard with a new concrete patio, an ideal setting for entertaining, dining al fresco, or simply relaxing outdoors. The patio offers direct access to the finished one-car garage, providing valuable flexibility for parking, storage, a home office, gym, studio, or potential future ADU conversion. Additional off-street parking is available in the driveway. The home is also equipped with 11 solar panels, offering great energy efficiency. Enjoy the best of Normal Heights, North Park, and Kensington from this centrally located home. Walk to groceries, restaurants, parks, public transportation, and neighborhood favorites, with convenient access to major freeways, the beach, Downtown San Diego, and the airport. Write an offer today, this home won’t last!!!

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Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$1,291Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
2,000 sq ftLot · 0.05 acres
1 garage + 1Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
193789 years old
42Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1 full
Living area616 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsBedroom Entry LevelKitchenLiving RoomGalley KitchenLaundry
AppliancesDishwasherGarage Door OpenerRange/OvenRefrigeratorSolar Panels
LaundryGas, Washer Hookup

Room sizes

Primary bedroom12 × 9 ft
Bedroom 29 × 10 ft
Living room15 × 12 ft
Kitchen13 × 7 ft

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingMini Split (Electric)
CoolingMini Split
WaterMeter on Property, Public
SewerPublic Sewer, Sewer Connected

Exterior & lot

Lot size2,000 sq ft (1-3,999 SF)
FencingFull, Wood

Construction

StyleCottage
Year built1937
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofSlate

Parking

Garage spaces1
Other spaces1
Total spaces2
Parking featuresAttachedGarageGarage - Front Entry

HOA, fees & community

HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone

Property & listing details

Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
ZoningR-3:RESTRI
Parcel number (APN)447-101-02-00
NeighborhoodNormal Heights
Subdivision / tractNORMAL HEIGHTS
MLS areaMetro Uptown
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Listed onSep 22, 2026
Original list price$795,000
Last price changeNov 3, 2026
Days on market42
MLS #260023199

Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.

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What it costs to own

Your estimated monthly cost

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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.

Rent vs. buy

Typical rent in 92116 is about $2,444/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.

Home values in 92116
+1%1 year
+11%5 years
+59%10 years

Estimates, not a loan quote. Tax uses the San Diego County City of San Diego rate on the list price; insurance is the California average policy; rent and value trends are Zillow indexes for the ZIP. Mortgage calculator · Cost to own in San Diego · Insurance and lending pros

This home vs. its market

Normal Heights is a Seller's market

2 months of inventory for houses in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.

$1,291Price per sq ft (area: $1,018, 27% above)
42 daysOn market (area median: 9 days)
$1,360,000Area median house price (+10% vs last year)
100%Of list price that sellers got

Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in ZIP 92116, compiled by Jeff Brick.

The neighborhood

Living in Normal Heights

$945,000Median sale price
44Avg. days on market
17Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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Schools for this home

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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 8:06 PM. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Listing information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.

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