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Off-marketCompass Private Exclusive$2,295,0005 bd · 3 ba · 2,448 sq ftNear Point Loma · 92107
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PendingSeller's MarketKensington · 2 months of houses for sale · typical home sells in 9 daysMarket report 10 days on market · MLS# 260025365
$1,600,000
4205 Alder, San Diego, CA 92116
3Beds
2Baths
1,382Sq ft
1927Built
5,361Lot sq ft
Listed by Joseph A Acosta, Keller Williams SanDiego Metro · 619-490-7838
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About this home
Tucked into highly desirable Kensington, North of Adams. Casa de Bleu is a 1927 Spanish Revival home blending historic charm with thoughtful modern upgrades. Behind a private courtyard gate on a sun-drenched corner lot, its turreted entry, crowned with a Moroccan lantern, opens to a dramatic formal living room with a whitewashed brick fireplace and large picture windows that flood the space with natural light. Original hardwood floors run throughout, adding warmth at every turn. The kitchen has been tastefully remodeled to complement the home's vintage appeal, with marble countertops, open shelving, a professional stainless range, a glass-door Sub-Zero refrigerator, and a sunny breakfast nook, plus French doors to the courtyard for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. The primary suite is its own retreat, with French doors to a private Juliet balcony overlooking the courtyard with a bath in marble and classic black-diamond tile. The backyard is a true retreat: at its heart, a custom-built outdoor fireplace adds warmth and ambiance to evenings under the stars, while a covered, Saltillo-tiled loggia shaded by signature striped awnings is perfect for al fresco dining, with multiple terraces wrapped in mature palms. A detached garage at the rear is accessed from the side street for added privacy and ease. Just blocks from vibrant Adams Avenue and Kensington Village, enjoy the historic Ken Cinema, trendy cafes, local shops, and popular restaurants. Enjoy the charm of North Kensington and the walkable lifestyle it provides!
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Home facts
Everything SDMLS reports for this home$1,158Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
5,361 sq ftLot · 0.12 acres
1 garage + 2Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
192799 years old
10Days on market
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2 full
Living area1,382 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsBreakfast AreaDining Room/SeparateFormal Entry
AppliancesDishwasherRange/Oven
LaundryGas
Heating, cooling & utilities
HeatingFloor Furnace, Forced Air Unit (Natural Gas)
CoolingCentral Forced Air
WaterMeter on Property
SewerSewer Connected
Exterior & lot
Lot size5,361 sq ft (4,000-7,499 SF)
FencingGate, Stucco Wall
Construction
StyleMediterranean/Spanish
Year built1927
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofRolled/Hot Mop
Parking
Garage spaces1
Other spaces2
Total spaces3
Parking featuresDetached
HOA, fees & community
HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
Property & listing details
Home typeDetached
ZoningR-1:SINGLE
Parcel number (APN)465-300-16-00
NeighborhoodKensington
Subdivision / tractKENSINGTON
MLS areaMetro Uptown
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Sale typeCall Agent
Listed onOct 20, 2026
Original list price$1,600,000
Last price changeOct 20, 2026
Days on market10
MLS #260025365
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What it costs to own
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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
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Kensington 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.
$1,158Price per sq ft (area: $1,018, 14% above)
10 daysOn market (area median: 9 days)
$1,360,000Area median house price (+10% vs last year)
100%Of list price that sellers got
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Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, houses in ZIP 92116, compiled by Jeff Brick.
The neighborhood
Living in Kensington
$1,600,000Median sale price
63Avg. days on market
13Homes for sale
Market data: SDMLS.
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Based on information from the San Diego Multiple Listing Service as of November 11, 2026 at 4:11 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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