Located in the heart of north Kensington, this beautifully preserved 1925 Spanish-style home captures the perfect blend of character, warmth, and timeless design. Step inside and you’re immediately greeted by dramatic barreled ceilings, original wood floors, and a stunning Batchelder fireplace that sets the tone for the home’s classic charm. The kitchen is both beautiful and functional, featuring stone floors, granite countertops, and rich wood cabinetry, with a cozy breakfast nook accented by original built-ins and hand-troweled plaster walls. Upstairs, the entire level is dedicated to the primary suite—a private sanctuary complete with a beautiful fireplace, French doors that open to sweeping eastern views, and a balcony overlooking your own backyard oasis. Outside, the setting is pure magic: a private backyard with lush landscaping and a resort-like pool perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or soaking in the San Diego sun. Behind the garage, two additional rooms and a full bathroom offer incredible flexibility—ideal for a pool house, guest suite, home office, or creative studio. The home also features fully paid-off solar panels, offering energy efficiency and peace of mind for years to come. Set within one of San Diego’s most beloved neighborhoods, this home offers the best of Kensington living—tree-lined streets, a strong sense of community, and the convenience of being just a short stroll from the village’s charming restaurants, cafés, and boutique shops. A true Kensington treasure, blending classic Spanish architecture with modern comfort.
Listed by Patrick Mercer
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License #01964971
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Keller Williams La Jolla
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619-846-2083
Last updated November 11, 2025
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Source: CRMLS #250042290SD
Listing Facts
TypeSingle-family
NeighborhoodKensington
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2
Days on Prevu16
Size1,815 sqft
Price per sqft$1,074
Amenities
Dishwasher
Air Conditioning
Parking
Swimming Pool
Location
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Listing History
11/03/2025
Listed by Keller Williams La Jolla
$1,950,000
Property Details for 4965 Marlborough Drive
Exterior
Construction
Property Condition: Turnkey
Roof: Flat, Spanish Tile
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Year Built: 1925
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Construction Materials: Stucco
Features
Pool Features: In Ground, Private
Pool Private: Yes
View: Mountain(s)
Measurements
Lot Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Size Area: 6,229
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,229
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 4403810400
Interior
Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace: Yes
Flooring: Wood
Measurements
Living Area: 1,815
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bedrooms Total: 3
Other
Location
Subdivision Name: Kensington
Parking
Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Driveway
Parking Total: 6
Utilities
Equipment
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
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