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Property Description
1440 Van Buren Ave | University Heights A Classic Craftsman, Modernized with Class This beautifully restored 3 bed / 3 bath Craftsman offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern functionality. Original architectural details are preserved and elevated by a thoughtful renovation that delivers both style and comfort. The layout is ideal for families or flexible living: "¢ The primary suite is conveniently located on the main floor for privacy and ease. "¢ Upstairs includes two full bedrooms and a shared bath, one of which is an oversized room ideal for siblings, guests, or a second primary retreat. At the heart of the home is a sun-filled eat-in kitchen with a sliding glass wall that opens to the outdoor patio, offering seamless indoor-outdoor flow for dining and entertaining. The backyard is a private oasis featuring new turf, mature privacy hedges, custom decking, and upgraded fencing. Additional highlights include a weatherproof covered carport for convenient, protected parking and a detached garage already equipped with plumbing and electricity, offering great potential for an ADU conversion or build-out All this, located just steps from the best of University Heights and North Park. Seller will consider a 2/1 interest rate buydown with the right offer, making this both a lifestyle and financial opportunity. This is more than a home - it's a refined, move-in-ready Craftsman designed for modern living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1440 Van Buren Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,660,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SANDICOR
- MLS ID: 250029492
- Added to Site: 231 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Gas Range
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
Exterior
- Exclusive-use yard: Yes
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- Area: MISSION HILLS (92103)
- County: San Diego
- Subdivision: UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
- Neighborhood: University Hieghts
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Electric
- Heating Type: Combination Heating, Heat Pump
- Heating Fuel: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Wood
- Roof: Asphalt
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,688
- Living Area: 1,688 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1929
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size: .09
- Zoning: R-3:RESTRI
- Fencing (Description): Full, Gate, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Other/Remarks
- Prop. Restrictions: None Known
- Property ID: 445-271-18-00
Listed by The Agency (858) 667-5400, Tulane E Joseph
Sold by Redfin (619) 436-6744, Ricardo Medina
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Schools
Schools serving 1440 Van Buren Ave
School District:San Diego City Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Birney Elementary School, San Diego, CA 4345 Campus Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Roosevelt International Middle School 3366 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92103 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1440 Van Buren Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/25/2025
Sold
$1,660,000
-1.13%
MLS
6/04/2025
Listed
$1,679,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1440 Van Buren Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (MLS# 250029492) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,660,000 on June 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1440 Van Buren Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in San Diego? You can browse all San Diego real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

