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listing_id: CRNDP2602637
status: Active
price: 2495000
beds: 5
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 3222
sqft_lot: 1
lot_acres: 0.57
year_built: 1943
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "4811 E Alder Dr"
city: San Diego
state: CA
zip: 92116
county: "San Diego County"
lat: 32.7657556
lng: -117.0987067
days_on_market: 14
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Nick Wright"
list_office: "Compass"
list_agent_phone: "(760) 518-7240"
list_agent_license: 02036150
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-03-30
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Diego County | San Diego | 92116 | 4811 E Alder Dr

4811 E Alder Dr, San Diego, CA 92116

MLS: CRNDP2602637 | Status: Active | Price: $2,495,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Acres Lot Yr Built
5 4 3,222 0.57 1943

Remarks

Designed for those seeking space, flexibility, and classic Kensington charm, 4811 E Alder Drive is a beautifully renovated single-family home set on an expansive ½-acre lot in one of San Diego’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This 3,222 sq ft residence offers rare privacy, no HOA, and a highly adaptable layout ideal for modern living. The home features four bedrooms plus a bonus fifth bedroom suite with a private entrance, creating an ADU-style setup perfect for extended family, visiting guests, or income potential. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the property includes a private heated pool, multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas, and modern upgrades throughout. The main living spaces flow effortlessly, while the lower level offers an impressive entertainment area and dedicated wine room. A private lower-level suite includes a spacious bedroom, full bathroom, kitchenette, and separate exterior entrance, ideal for multi-generational living or extended stays. A sunroom-style bonus space beneath the home adds flexibility for a gym, studio, or private retreat. Located in a walkable Kensington neighborhood, this move-in-ready home is close to schools, parks, dining, shopping, and convenient transportation routes. With its generous lot size, mode

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRNDP2602637
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 14

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat
Kitchen Other
Appliances Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Other
Dining Room Breakfast Bar, In Kitchen, Other
Fireplace Living Room
Laundry Hookup - Gas Dryer, In Laundry Room
Cooling Ceiling Fan, Central Forced Air, Other
Heating Electric

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool Heated, Heated - Gas, In Ground, Pool - Yes

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District San Diego Unified
High School District San Diego Unified
HOA Fee $0
Zoning R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES

Contact Information

Nick Wright
Compass
License #: 02036150
Phone: (760) 518-7240

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Hoover High School public 9-12 0.57 mi 4
Franklin Elementary School public K-5 0.58 mi 4
Normal Heights Elementary School public K-5 0.88 mi 4
Euclid Elementary School public K-5 0.98 mi 8
Ibarra Elementary School public K-5 1.07 mi 7
Wilson Middle School public 6-8 1.09 mi 2
Central Elementary School public K-5 1.19 mi 4
Adams Elementary School public K-5 1.19 mi 7
Hardy Elementary School public K-5 1.20 mi 10
Rosa Parks Elementary School public K-5 1.32 mi 4
Fay Elementary School public K-5 1.33 mi 2
Mann Middle School public 6-8 1.34 mi 5
Cherokee Point Elementary School public K-5 1.46 mi 2
Edison Elementary School public K-5 1.49 mi 6
Crawford High School public 9-12 1.58 mi 4
Joyner Elementary School public K-5 1.66 mi 4
Marshall Elementary School public K-5 1.67 mi 7
Clark Middle School public 6-8 1.72 mi 2
Foster Elementary School public K-5 2.00 mi 4
Hamilton Elementary School public K-5 2.09 mi 8

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
4314 Middlesex Drive $2,550,000 6 3 2,730 Active
4736-38 Kensington Drive $2,250,000 4 3/1 2,300 PendingDoNotShow
4374 Adams Ave $2,495,000 5 4 2,971 PendingDoNotShow
4323 Argos $2,199,000 4 3/1 2,635 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 30, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Nick Wright, (760) 518-7240.