For Sale at Normal Heights: 5209 Benton Pl, San Diego, CA 92116. 3-bedroom 2-bath, 1380 sf, 1954 Canyon Rim $0 - $1,699,950 begin new search
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Overview

INVESTORS, INVESTORS — and buyers seeking multi-generational living. Rare 1.04-acre property in the heart of Normal Heights, just minutes from Kensington, offering exceptional build and redevelopment potential. The price reflects the value of the large vacant buildable land in the front along Benton Place, where a detached single-family home can be built (buyer to verify), creating the potential for two homes on one lot. A long private driveway leads to the main residence set back on the property, capturing stunning views, abundant natural light, and strong indoor-outdoor potential. The existing home is approximately 1,380 sq ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, built in 1954. An ADU above the garage is not reflected in the main square footage, adding additional future upside. This is a true rebuild and value-add opportunity. The property is ready to be reimagined to unlock significant value — ideal for income potential, multigenerational living, or two families on one property with privacy. Opportunities like this are extremely rare in this location. Must be seen to fully appreciate the potential. Buyer to verify all information.

Address 5209 Benton Pl

San Diego, CA 92116
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $0 - $1,699,950
Original Listing $1,500,000 @ 2026-01-16
Rooms
See Remarks
Square Footage 1380 sf
Bedrooms 3
Full Bathrooms 2
Location
Directions Cross Street: Benton Pl.
Market Area 92116 - Normal Heights
Neighborhood Canyon Rim
Complex Normal Heights
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 4401101900
Geographic Areas

Airport Compatibility Zone: Montgomery Field

Community College District: San Diego CC

School District: San Diego Unified

Zip Code: 92116

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

South of I-8

East of I-805

East of SR-163

South of SR-52

South of SR-56

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 7.7 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Roof See Remarks
Swimming Pool None
Parking
Driveway
Total Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 2.00
View Not Listed
Features
Year Built 1954
Laundry Location See Remarks,Individual Room
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling See Remarks
Heating Natural Gas
Fireplaces Living Room (1)
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR San Diego
MLS Number 2601204SD
Courtesy of Pemberley Realty Inc.
Listing Agent Roxanne Govari & Mojan Vartaniaz