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$1,299,000

4420 38th St, San Diego, CA 92116

4Beds
4Baths
1,878Sq ft
1950Built

Listed by Liz Pereda, LPT Realty, Inc · 619-855-5187

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About this home

A rare find in the heart of Normal Heights! Beautifully remodeled from top to bottom, this one-of-a-kind property offers a unique layout with two distinct living spaces all within one home! The main residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 beautifully upgraded bathrooms, an inviting living area, and a stunning kitchen complete with modern cabinetry, beautiful countertops, stainless steel appliances, and thoughtfully selected finishes throughout. Every corner of this home has been updated with style and comfort in mind. What truly makes this property special is the additional private living area located at the rear of the home. Complete with its own bedroom, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, living room, and laundry area, this space offers incredible versatility while remaining part of the home’s existing square footage. Perfect for extended family, guests, multigenerational living, or anyone looking for a little extra privacy and independence! With its own private entrance and convenient access from the rear alley, the possibilities for how to enjoy this space are endless. Another major highlight? The parking! In a neighborhood where parking is often hard to come by, this property offers an impressive amount of off-street parking with convenient rear alley access, making everyday living that much easier. And the location couldn’t be better! Nestled in one of San Diego’s most desirable neighborhoods, you’re just minutes from the restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, shopping, and local favorites that give Normal Heights its incredible charm. With its beautiful upgrades, f

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Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$692Price per sq ft
NoneHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
9Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
195076 years old
13Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms4
Bathrooms4 full
Living area1,878 sq ft
Levels2 Story
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRange/OvenRefrigeratorWasherCounter Top
LaundryGas, Washer Hookup

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingForced Air Unit (Electric, Natural Gas)
CoolingCentral Forced Air, Wall/Window
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Exterior & lot

Lot size4,000-7,499 SF
FencingFull

Construction

Year built1950
Exterior wallsStucco
RoofFlat, Shingle

Parking

Other spaces9
Total spaces9

HOA, fees & community

HOA duesNone
Mello-Roos / CFDNone

Property & listing details

Home typeDetached
OwnershipFee Simple
Parcel number (APN)447-122-22-00
NeighborhoodNormal Heights
Subdivision / tractNORMAL HEIGHTS
MLS areaMetro Uptown
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Listed onOct 28, 2026
Original list price$1,299,000
Last price changeOct 28, 2026
Days on market13
MLS #260025947

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

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HOA duesNone listed
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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.

$692Price per sq ft (area: $1,018, 32% below)
13 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

$940,000Median sale price
44Avg. days on market
17Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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Schools for this home

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