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Property Description
DARLING South Kensington Spanish style 2BR/1BA home and detached 1BR/1BA bungalow, both with their own private fenced yard in a wonderful picaresque neighborhood, two blocks south of Kensington Village/Adams Avenue. The main house has original hardwood floors, coved ceiling detail and charming built-in bookshelves flanking the vintage tiled fireplace. The home includes a separate dining room and mud room (makes a great home office). The home includes new stainless appliances, quartz counters, A/C mini splits in the bedrooms and living room. THE BACK BUNGALOW WAS ORIGINALLY A 2-CAR GARAGE CONVERTED TO LIVING SPACE WITHOUT KNOWN PERMITS AND MAY NOT MEET CURRENT ZONING OR BUILDING REQUIREMENTS. The back bungalow was remodeled in 2024 by a licensed contractor and includes all new stainless appliances, plumbing fixtures, lighting, entry door, LVP, Plantation Shutters, and A/C heat-pump mini-split. Both the front and back homes are tenant occupied and will only be shown with accepted offer. The front house rents for $3,100/mo; bungalow rents for $2,195/mo including SDGE. Tenants pay 90% of water bill and 100% trash. This one is not to be missed! AGENT IS OWNER/BROKER.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4444 42nd
General
- Price: $1,199,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: NDP2600929
- Updated: 3/2/2026
- Days on Market: 34 days
- Added to Site: 33 day(s) ago
Rooms
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, In Closet, Community, Washer Hookup, Common Area, Stackable, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Location
- Area: 92116 - Normal Heights
- County: San Diego
- Development Name: 92116 - Normal Heights
- Driving Directions: Adams to Kensington Dr. to Monroe Ave to 42nd St.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Electric, Heat Pump, Ductless
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- # Water Meters: 1
- # Gas Meters: 1
- # Electric Meters: 1
Structural Information
- Doors: French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors
- Entry Location: 1
- Square Feet: 1,387
- Year Built: 1931
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Number of Units: 1
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.072
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,135
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R M1-1
- Lot Description: 21-25 Units/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $864.46
- Price Per Unit: 599500
Listed by Kerri Klein, Broker, Kerri Klein
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Schools
Schools serving 4444 42nd
School District:San Diego City Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Franklin Elementary School, San Diego, CA 4481 Copeland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92116 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Wilson Middle School 3838 Orange Avenue, San Diego, CA 92105 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Lewis Middle School 5170 Greenbrier Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120 | 6-8 | 3.1 mi |
Hoover High School 4474 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Patrick Henry High School 6702 Wandermere Drive, San Diego, CA 92120 | 9-12 | 4.2 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 4444 42nd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/29/2026
Listed
$1,199,000
88.82%
MLS
7/26/2018
Sold
$635,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 4444 42nd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,422
13%
$708,350
4%
2023
$8,375
3%
$680,845
2%
2022
$8,152
1%
$667,496
2%
2021
$8,096
1%
$654,409
1%
2020
$7,998
2%
$647,700
2%
2019
$7,856
33%
$635,000
27%
2018
$5,905
12%
$500,000
11%
2017
$5,295
15%
$450,000
15%
2016
$4,609
4%
$390,000
4%
2015
$4,434
15%
$375,000
15%
2014
$3,862
10%
$325,000
10%
2013
$3,520
—
$295,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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4444 42nd, San Diego, CA 92116 (MLS# NDP2600929) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 4444 42nd is currently listed for $1,199,000 and was received on January 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 4444 42nd? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in City Heights? You can browse all City Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

