4020 Rochester Rd

2,104 Sq. Ft.
$550 / Sq. Ft.
2,104
Sq. Ft.
$550
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Pristine Kensington Beauty! This quintessential Spanish home features Batchelder fireplace in living room, newer windows, gumwood trim, picture rails, coved ceilings, recessed lighting, oak hardwood floors and built-in speakers throughout. Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, pantry, breakfast nook with restored period built-ins. New roof, upgraded electrical, central heat/air. Master suite with walk-in closet and French doors that lead to a private patio with outdoor fireplace. Walk to the...Pristine Kensington Beauty! This quintessential Spanish home features Batchelder fireplace in living room, newer windows, gumwood trim, picture rails, coved ceilings, recessed lighting, oak hardwood floors and built-in speakers throughout. Remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, pantry, breakfast nook with restored period built-ins. New roof, upgraded electrical, central heat/air. Master suite with walk-in closet and French doors that lead to a private patio with outdoor fireplace. Walk to the village! This sophisticated, single-level Kensington home has been beautifully preserved while keeping the original charm in tact. The inviting front yard has a water fountain and an engaging sitting area. The elegant living room and formal dining room have coved ceilings, gumwood molding and trim, period picture rails, and classic Spanish archways. The main bathroom has the original basket weave tile floor and pedestal sink. The master retreat and bath was tastefully added in 2001 and flows seamlessly with the original 1930's architecture. Relax in the separate family room or enjoy outdoor entertaining at the private patio with a glass enclosed fireplace which can be accessed from the master bedroom, kitchen mud room, or family room. This home also comes equipped with a separate laundry room, central vacuum, rain barrel, central heat and air conditioning, installed security system, and built-in speakers throughout. Take a stroll to the village and savor all the local restaurants, cafes, the park, and the Landmark Ken Cinema. Cherish this amazing opportunity!
  1. Listed by Christine Young • DRE #01247771 • Ascent Real Estate, Inc • 619-200-2540

Property Details for 4020 Rochester Road

Area
92116 - Normal Heights
Neighborhood
Kensington
Community
KENSINGTON
View Description
N/K
City Postal ID
NORMAL HEIGHTS (92116)
Cross Street(s)
Kensington Dr
LISTING CLOSED: 12/11/2017 12:00 AM

Property Details for 4020 Rochester Road

StatusSold
MLS #170052922
Days on Market21
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,227 SF
CountySan Diego County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Ascent Real Estate, Inc, Christine Young, DRE #01247771

Sold By house333, Luke Kensen, DRE #01519602

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Building Information for 4020 Rochester Road

Stories1Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,227 SF

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$7,309 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,886

Property Taxes

$1,423

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4020 Rochester Road

Summary Information
Property and Location
  • System ID: 170052922
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Walk Score: 63
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean/Spanish
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Age Restrictions: N/K
  • Market Area: Metro Uptown
  • Directions To Property: 15, East on Adams, North on Kensington Dr, West on Rochester Rd
  • Elementary School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Middle School: San Diego Unified School District
  • High School: San Diego Unified School District
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Telecommunications: Cable (coaxial), Multiple Phones, Security, Wired for Sound
Parking
  • Parking Garage: Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Non-Garage: Driveway
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking for RV: None Known
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner Fees: $0
  • Home Owners Fee Includes: N/K
  • Monthly Total Fees: $0
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
  • Other Fees: $0
  • Other Fee Type: N/K
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Supplement
  • Supplement: This sophisticated, single-level Kensington home has been beautifully preserved while keeping the original charm in tact. The inviting front yard has a water fountain and an engaging sitting area. The elegant living room and formal dining room have coved ceilings, gumwood molding and trim, period picture rails, and classic Spanish archways. The main bathroom has the original basket weave tile floor and pedestal sink. The master retreat and bath was tastefully added in 2001 and flows seamlessly with the original 1930's architecture. Relax in the separate family room or enjoy outdoor entertaining at the private patio with a glass enclosed fireplace which can be accessed from the master bedroom, kitchen mud room, or family room. This home also comes equipped with a separate laundry room, central vacuum, rain barrel, central heat and air conditioning, installed security system, and built-in speakers throughout. Take a stroll to the village and savor all the local restaurants, cafes, the park, and the Landmark Ken Cinema. Cherish this amazing opportunity!
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Water Heater Type: Gas, Energy Star Water Heater
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room, Inside
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Vacuum/Central, Double Oven, Gas Range
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas, Other/Remarks
  • Optional Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplaces(s): 2
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors, Gas, Wood
  • Floor Coverings: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Bathtub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Copper Plumbing Partial, Granite Counters, Low Flow Toilet(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Shower in Tub, Trey Ceiling(s), Vacuum Central
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Breakfast Area, Dining Room/Separate, Family Room, MBR Entry Level, Other/Remarks, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Galley Kitchen, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 15x12
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 11x14
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11x14
Interior Dimensions
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13x11
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15x14
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 24x9
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19x14
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop, Tile/Clay
  • Fencing: Full, Gate, Stucco Wall, Wrought Iron, Wood
  • Security: Eqpt Owned, Security System, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: None Known
  • Spa Heat: None Known
  • Structures: None Known
  • Patio: Concrete, Patio, Patio Open, Porch - Front
  • Guest House: N/K
  • Square Footage: 2104
Property Information
Property and Assessments
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Elevator: No
  • Entry Only: No
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Lot Size: 4,000-7,499 SF
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Record
  • Frontage: N/K
  • Topography: Level
  • Site: Curbs, Public Street, Sidewalks, Street Paved, Landscaped
  • Assessors Parcel Num: 440-342-08-00
  • Miscellaneous: Street Lighting
Mobile/Manufactured
  • Skirting: None Known
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property, Public
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
  • Irrigation: Sprinklers
Multi Family Information
Building Details
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property History for 4020 Rochester Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2017

Sold

SDMLS #170052922

$1,158,000
Dec 11, 2017

Sold

CRMLS #170052922

$1,158,000
Dec 11, 2017

Sold

CLAW #170052922MR

$1,158,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2017

Sold

SDMLS #170052922

$1,158,000
12/11/2017

Sold

CRMLS #170052922

$1,158,000
12/11/2017

Sold

CLAW #170052922MR

$1,158,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4020 Rochester Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,044,524Additions$299,429Total$1,343,953
Tax Record2025$17,075 ($1,423 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,104 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,104 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningRS-1-7CountySAN DIEGOAPN440-342-08-00

Schools near 4020 Rochester Road

This home is within San Diego Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Franklin Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lewis Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wilson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Patrick Henry High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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