
San Diego, California 92123
RARE SERRA MESA OPPORTUNITY WITH A LARGE LOT & TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL! Bring your vision and transform this spacious San Diego home into something truly special. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, approximately 2,243 sq. ft. of living space and an impressive 9,500 sq. ft. lot, this property offers the size, layout and central location that are increasingly hard to find. The home features a generous single-story floor plan, attached garage and an added sunroom offering additional flexible space and possibilities for the next owner. Outside, the established property is highlighted by mature landscaping, including two olive trees, a pepper tree, liquidambar, two pine trees and juniper. Built in 1958, the home is ready for a complete transformation and presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant, investor or contractor looking to renovate and customize a property to their own vision. The substantial lot and more than 2,200 square feet of existing living space provide an excellent starting point for creating something special. Centrally located in the desirable Serra Mesa area near local schools, parks, shopping and dining, with convenient freeway access to Mission Valley, Balboa Park, Downtown San Diego and many of San Diego's major employment and entertainment destinations. BRING YOUR CONTRACTOR, CREATIVITY AND VISION! The property is in need of significant repairs and updating and is being sold in its present condition. This is an opportunity to reimagine a sizable single-story home on a generous lot in an established San Diego neighborhood. Buyer and buyer's agent to independently verify all information, including square footage, room additions, permits, property condition, school boundaries and potential uses. PLEASE DO NOT WALK ON PROPERTY OR DISTURB TENANTS.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1958 (66+ years old) with no evidence of recent renovations, the listing explicitly states the home needs a 'complete transformation' and 'significant repairs,' indicating that the kitchen, bathrooms, and major systems likely require a full rehab.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 9500, living area = 2243.
Boasting over 2,200 square feet of single-story living space with a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom layout, this home offers a rare and functional footprint for the Serra Mesa area.
The impressive 9,500 square foot lot features mature landscaping and provides ample outdoor space for expansion, ADU potential, or a custom backyard oasis.
The property requires extensive renovations and major repairs throughout, necessitating a buyer with significant capital or a contractor's expertise.
Being sold in its present condition, the home lacks modern updates and will likely require a complete overhaul of systems and finishes to meet current standards.
No exterior & parking available.
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.2 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.2 |
| Square foot | 2,243 | 1,752.269 |
| Lot Size | 9,500 | 6,446.159 |
| Price | $899.0K | $1.27M |
| Price per sq ft | $401 | $736 |
| Built year | 1958 | 1971 |
| HOA | $0 | $186 |
| Days on market | 51 | 41 |
Sep 4, 2026
$899,000
Initial Listing