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A Timeless Architectural Masterpiece in La Playa! Introducing a rare opportunity to own a historic California Craftsman, originally built in 1928 and masterfully designed by renowned architect Emmor Brooke Weaver, a protégé of the legendary Irving Gill. Thoughtfully restored and reimagined for modern living, this Point Loma gem was honored with the SOHO Architecture Remodel of the Year in 2024. Nestled in the highly coveted La Playa neighborhood, this residence seamlessly blends old-world craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Constructed with an extensive use of natural materials, the home features vertical board and batten wood siding, and a hipped cedar-shingled roof with exposed rafter tails — classic hallmarks of the Craftsman tradition. Inside, rich oak hardwood floors and coffered ceilings with Douglas fir create a warm and timeless atmosphere. Mahogany casement windows with jalousie screens allow natural light and fresh air to filter through, enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Large olive trees have been thoughtfully planted for both privacy and ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances. A secondary bar area includes a wine fridge, an eat in kitchen, a built-in wine storage, perfect for entertaining. The adjacent family room — part of the award-winning addition — mirrors the home’s original redwood features using all-mahogany cabinetry, paneling, and built-ins. this is more than a home — it’s a once-in-a-generation legacy property! More Key Features: The formal dining room showcases exquisite craftsmanship with redwood plate-rail wainscoting and built-in sideboards, while additional living areas offer original fireplaces, handcrafted finishes, and vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams. The luxurious primary suite includes a ridge-beam ceiling and opens to a private slate-paved deck with breathtaking views stretching from the west to the south — capturing Downtown San Diego, the Bay, North Island, and even the Naval Base. Located just a short walk from the San Diego Yacht Club, Kellogg Beach, and Cabrillo National Monument hiking trails, this is more than a home — it’s a once-in-a-generation legacy property.
Address |
520 San Elijo st
San Diego, CA 92106 |
Listing Status | ACTIVE |
Asking Price | $4,295,000 |
Original Listing | $4,295,000 @ 2025-06-09 |
Terms | Cash,Conventional,Submit |
Age Restriction | N/K |
Property Type | Fee Simple |
Property Restrictions | Coastal Commission |
Sales Restrictions | N/K |
Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
HOA Fee | $0 |
Square Footage | 4017 sf |
Flooring | Wood, Ceramic Tile |
Bedrooms | 3 + 2 optional |
Full Bathrooms | 2 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Family Room | 20x18 |
Living Room | 29x15 |
Dining Room | 17x13 |
Kichen | 14x12 |
Master Bedroom | 19x15 |
2nd Bedroom | 17x13 |
3rd Bedroom | 16x15 |
Directions | South on Rosecrans, Right on Nichols st. Corner of Nichols and San Elijo st. |
Cross Street | Nichols |
Market Area | Coastal South |
Community Area | POINT LOMA |
Neighborhood | La Playa |
School District | Not Listed |
County | San Diego |
Assessor Parcel# | 5324420500 |
Nothing Found | The exact location of this property could not be determined from its listed address. Location features such as the Map, Containing Areas, Highway Locator, Google Street View, and Ocean Distance are not available. |
Year Built | 1980 |
Laundry Location | Laundry Room |
Elevator | Not Listed |
Cooling | N/K |
Heating | Natural Gas Fireplace, Forced Air Unit |
Water Heater | Gas,Tankless |
Irrigation | Automatic,Sprinklers |
TV/Telecomm | Cable (coaxial) |
Sewer/Septic | Sewer Connected,Public Sewer |
Fireplaces | 5 (FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors, Den, Gas, Library, Gas Starter, Outdoors) |
Equipment | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Grill, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue, Gas Range, Built-In, Counter Top, Gas Cooking |
Interior Features | 2 Staircases, Balcony, Bathtub, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Corian Counters, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Storage Space, Two Story Ceilings, Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Unfurnished, Kitchen Open to Family Rm |
Miscellaneous | Gutters |
Platform | SDMLS |
AOR | San Diego Association of REALTORS (SDAR) |
MLS Number | 250029998 |
Courtesy of | Checkal Real Estate and Development, Inc. |
https://www.californiatophomes.com/250029998
Style | Detached 2 Story |
Material | Wood/Stucco,Drywall Walls |
Lot Size | .25 to .5 AC ~ 11,200 sf |
Fencing | Full,Gate,Wrought Iron |
Topography | Level |
Roof | Wood, Shingle |
Swimming Pool | N/K |
Patio | Awning/Porch Covered, Balcony, Stone/Tile, Porch - Front |
Site | Cul-De-Sac, Public Street, Street Paved, West of I-5, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front |
Parking |
Attached
Direct Garage Access
Garage
Garage - Side Entry
Garage - Single Door
Garage Door Opener
Total Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces:
2 -
Detached,Uncovered,Driveway,Driveway - Concrete
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View | Bay, City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Marina, Water, Bridge, Harbor, Neighborhood |