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$880,000
1 Day On Site

3841 Madison Ave
San Diego, CA 92116

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
2
Beds
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
982
SqFt
$896
/SqFt
1937
Built
Subdivision:
Normal Heights
County:
San Diego
Listed by Jesse Ibanez of The Greenhouse Group Inc jesse@greenmeansgrow.com
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A Normal Heights Time Capsule, Preserved… Upgraded… and Impossible to Find Twice WHAT WE LOVE: Homes like this rarely raise their hand. This is the Normal Heights home people dream about, the early-era cottage footprint from the trolley-car days, still carrying every ounce of charm that built this neighborhood’s identity. Original small-plank oak floors, the warm bungalow vibe, and that front-yard/back-yard simplicity that made this pocket timeless. Add modern comfort, a bonus bedroom, and the unicorn garage, and you’ve got the lifestyle everyone wants but almost nobody finds. Perfection inside and out, from HVAC splits, upgraded to kitchen and bath and all the normal heights vibes that make walkable 92116 so desirable! WHAT WE LOVE (CONT…): Step into a true Normal Heights classic… a home that grew up alongside the old trolley line, when this neighborhood was forming its first blocks and its first families. The cottage architecture still shines from the street, framed by greenery and the familiar rhythm of walkable, community-driven living that defines this pocket. Inside, the original small-plank red or white oak floors run through the living space and primary bedroom, the kind of authentic detail you simply can’t recreate. Dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, integrated ceiling speakers, clean crown molding, and medium-profile baseboards bring a level of finish that elevates the charm without erasing its soul. The kitchen is updated with shaker cabinets and a complementary flooring style that ties the spaces together. The bonus back bedroom, likely added in a later chapter of the home’s life, delivers the flexibility buyers crave… a nursery, a guest room, a work-from-home zone, or a creative studio. The bathroom sits on the elevated wing with matching flooring and tasteful improvements. Outside, you get the everyday luxury of a private backyard, fully fenced for privacy. But the standout feature, the kind of thing neighbors talk about, is the detached one-car garage. In this micro-pocket, that’s a legitimate unicorn. Storage, workshop, gym, gear space… or just the peace of mind of actually having a garage in Normal Heights. From the morning-light front porch moments to the backyard wind-down evenings, this home lives at a human pace. And being positioned in the heart of Normal Heights means your world is walkable… coffee, parks, restaurants, Adams Ave night energy, and the effortless centrality that makes this neighborhood one of the most coveted in San Diego. This is the rare blend — original soul, upgraded comfort, and a location that keeps proving why people try so hard to get into this zip code.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$880,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
2
Inside Area (SqFt) 
982 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.0592 Acres
Year Built 
1937
MLS® Number 
250044817SD
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.0592
Disclosures 
CovenantsRestrictionsDisclosure
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
DrivewayGarage
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Zoning 
R-3:RESTRI
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas RangeMicrowaveRefrigerator
Cooling 
Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating 
Electric
Laundry Features 
Electric Dryer HookupGas Dryer HookupOutsideSee Remarks
Bedroom 
Kitchen 
Living Room 
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Fencing 
Wood
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Composition
Community Features
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area 
92116 - Normal Heights


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