$27,000 / Month
4478 Hortensia St
San Diego, CA 92103
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888-432-7126
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Bedrooms
5
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Bathrooms
4
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Square Feet
3,859 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Home Theater
- Pool and Spa
- In Ground Spa
- Sauna
- Bay View
- Panoramic View
4478 Hortensia St
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About This Home
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Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, surrounded by eucalyptus and olive trees, this 4,000 sq. ft. midcentury modern home blends clean lines with the warmth of Craftsman-inspired design gabled roofs, wood, and brick. Designed by a physician and his wife for their family of seven, the home now features terrazzo floors, expansive glass walls, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A pair of original teal doors open to a flowing layout anchored by custom finishes including a hand-blown glass light fixture and playful French tables. The living room s knotty pine ceiling meets floor-to-ceiling glass framing panoramic views across Mission Valley. The kitchen opens fully to the pool and gardens through 18-foot retractable doors and features Boffi|DePadova cabinetry and vaulted pine-beamed ceilings. The expanded primary suite offers tranquil eucalyptus views through frameless corner windows, and a spa-like bath with a freestanding tub. A separate guest wing includes sleek, modern bathrooms with crushed abalone finishes, its own kitchen, and a private entrance. Lush, low-water landscaping by Studio John Sharp wraps the property in agave, cactus, and decomposed granite paths. At the back, a sunken firepit lounge offers front-row seats to magical sunsets and twinkling valley lights. Effortlessly stylish, intimate, and immersed in nature this is modern California living redefined.
4478 Hortensia St is a house located in San Diego County and the 92103 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Diego Unified attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family Detached Home
Year Built
Built in 1974
Accessible Home Design
Entry on the 1st floor
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms
4 Bedrooms
Home Design
Contemporary Architecture
Wood Siding
Composition Roof
Home Security
Security System Owned
Interior Spaces
Home Theater
Sauna
Family Room with Fireplace
2 Fireplaces
Bonus Room
Furnished
Great Room
Home Office
Formal Dining Room
Library
Formal Entry
Carpet
3,859 Sq Ft Home
1-Story Property
Wired For Data
Kitchen
Breakfast Area or Nook
Oven or Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Laundry
Laundry Room
Gas Dryer Hookup
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $54,000
12-Month Minimum Lease Term
Assessor Parcel Number 443-121-07-00
Tenant pays for sewer, trash, water, cable TV, electricity, gas
Requirements for Move-In include credit report, security deposit
Lot Details
Bluff on Lot
Private Yard
Cul-De-Sac
Private Streets
Partially Fenced Property
Level Lot
Irregular Lot
Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
Shed
Parking
2 Car Attached Garage
Pool
Pool and Spa
In Ground Pool
In Ground Spa
Utilities
Air Conditioning
Gas Water Heater
Cable TV Available
Separate Water Meter
Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Views
Bay
Panoramic
City
Valley
Community Details
Pet Policy
No Pets Allowed
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Fireplace
- Sprinkler System
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Breakfast Nook
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Office
- Views
- Furnished
- Yard
- Sauna
Perched above San Diego Bay and Old Town, Mission Hills is an iconic neighborhood on a hill. This is classic San Diego, one of its oldest and most beloved neighborhoods. Most of the homes in Mission Hills date back to the early 1900s, infusing the neighborhood with an old-world charm. You’ll discover two historic districts within the neighborhood, the Fort Stockton Line Historic District and the Mission Hills Historic District.
Known for outstanding schools and beautiful parks, Mission Hills is a family-friendly community that feels serene and somewhat removed, but it’s steps from Old Town, Presidio Park, and Downtown San Diego. Just outside the neighborhood, you’ll find Columbia College-San Diego, San Diego International Airport, Harbor Island Park, Spanish Landing Park, and Liberty Station NTC Park.
You’ll find shops, restaurants, and other businesses located along Pacific Highway, and a few more scattered along Washington Street.
Learn more about living in Mission Hills
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi |
4478 Hortensia St is within 6 minutes or 2.0 miles from UC San Diego, Medical Center. It is also near University of San Diego and Calif. Western School of Law.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
721 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
591 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
761 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
590 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,105 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
174 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in San Diego include Old Town Transit Center, located 1.3 miles from 4478 Hortensia St. 4478 Hortensia St is near San Diego International, located 2.6 miles or 7 minutes away.
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 13.2 mi |
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Drive: | 28 min | 20.4 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 24.0 mi |
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
Time and distance from 4478 Hortensia St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
4478 Hortensia St has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 5-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
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Old Town San Diego Historic District
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.6 mi |
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San Diego Zoo
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi |
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Maritime Museum of San Diego
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Sea World
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Drive: | 12 min | 3.9 mi |
4478 Hortensia St has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Old Town San Diego Historic District, Tecolote Canyon Natural Park & Nature Center, and Maritime Museum of San Diego.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
4478 Hortensia St has 3 hospitals within 5.4 miles, the nearest is Scripps Mercy Hospital which is 1.8 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.3 mi |
4478 Hortensia St is 4.3 miles and a 10 minute drive from Pacific Fleet Training Center.
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About the Listing Agent
Craig Lotzof
Compass
Craig has over 29+ years of experience in real estate and is a local expert in La Jolla, Del Mar and Carmel Valley. Craig Lotzof is fueled by endless enthusiasm, honesty, and market knowledge. All of which he puts to use to deliver consistently positive results for his clients. Recognized in the top 1% of agents in America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents® in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 as well as one of San Diego Business Journal’s Top 10 real estate teams? —?Craig has cultivated success by keeping his client’s best interests at the forefront of his mind. Impeccably skilled in negotiation, Craig leverages confidence and effervescent demeanor to seal the best deal for buyers and sellers. With a stellar career spanning over 29+ years, Craig has represented some of the most significant sales in Downtown San Diego, Carmel Valley, and Dana Point. Needless to say, he has all of the tools to ensure your success in his arsenal. Visit his website at LotzofandAssociates.com SPECIALIZATIONS Executive Director of the Sports & Entertainment Division America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents 2018,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2024 Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI) Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) Senior Residential Specialist (SRES) ASSOCIATIONS National Association of Realtors California Association of Realtors San Diego Association of Realtors “CRAIG IS NOT AFRAID TO NEGOTIATE AND HAS HIS CLIENTS BEST INTERESTS AT HEART. HE UNDERSTANDS THE IMPORTANCE OF HOME AND HAS THE ABILITY AND DEDICATION TO DELIVER RESULTS EVERY TIME.”
MLS Number: 2000
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4478 Hortensia St
San Diego, CA 92103