Tucked away at the end of a quiet University City cul-de-sac, this amazing property offers one of the more special settings in the neighborhood, perched high above Rose Canyon with expansive west and northwest-facing canyon, sunset, and University City skyline views. The large lot and outdoor lifestyle are the true headline here. Designed for year-round SoCal living, the backyard features a resort-style saltwater pool and spa with built-in slide, beach-entry style edge, water features, gas fire pit with blue fire glass, expansive hardscape, and multiple spaces to relax or entertain. The built-in BBQ island includes a Cal Flame 5-burner grill, refrigerator, sink, bar seating, Bluetooth-enabled sound system, TV, and pergola, creating a true outdoor entertaining setup. An attached covered patio with stucco arches, recessed lighting, and paver flooring adds another shaded living space overlooking the canyon setting, while terraced garden areas and a variety of established fruit trees, including avocado, citrus, guava, pomegranate, plum, persimmon, Asian pear, loquat, apricot, and more, further enhance the property’s outdoor appeal. The sellers have also invested heavily in the long-term care, efficiency, and infrastructure of the home. Major improvements include a newer Owens Corning roof installed in 2019 with a 50-year manufacturer warranty, FULLY OWNED solar with 20 Panasonic panels installed in 2020, Tesla Powerwall 2 battery backup installed in 2022, a 200 amp main electrical panel, EV charger, upgraded gas meter, dual-pane low-E windows throughout, Milgard French and sliding doors, gutters and drainage to the street, and a Carrier gas furnace installed in the attic. The home is currently on Net Energy Metering 2, adding meaningful value for the next owner. Recent improvements include fresh exterior paint, trenchless sewer line relining, a rebuilt BBQ pergola, updated pool slide stairs and railings, and new pool and spa lighting, all completed in 2026. Additional updates include a newer pool/spa heater installed in June 2025, updated wrought iron gate, newer Polaris pool sweep, newer stainless-steel dishwasher, and maintained Pentair pool equipment. Inside, the home offers a functional floor plan with generous living spaces, a granite slab fireplace with custom wood mantle, recessed lighting, surround sound wiring, an updated upstairs full bath, refreshed downstairs half bath, and several thoughtful improvements throughout. While portions of the interior retain their original character, the sellers clearly focused their investments on the bones of the home, the systems, the efficiency upgrades, and the incredible outdoor living spaces that make this property so unique and special. Quietly tucked away above Rose Canyon, this amazing property brings together the kind of lot, views, outdoor living, and major system upgrades that are increasingly hard to find, all in a peaceful cul-de-sac setting designed to enjoy the best of San Diego living.
Property Details
Price:
$1,799,000
MLS #:
NDP2606576
Status:
Pending
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
92122universitycity
Listed Date:
Jul 28, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,994
Lot Size:
8,700 sqft / 0.20 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1967
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Schools
School District:
San Diego Unified
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
NO
Heating
CF
Laundry Features
IG
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, SL, SUB, VLY, CRB, FHL, CW, MTN, HIKI
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
5
Parking Total
5
Spa Features
IG, SEE
View
CN, CI, HI, PA, BLF
Financial
Map
Community
- Address7042 Dennison St San Diego CA
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92122
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of Aug 02, 2026
2,061
Single Family Listed
67
Avg DOM
584
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,243,422
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 7042 Dennison St San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92122. It is listed for $1,799,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,994 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1967. The current price per square foot is $902. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $584. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,243,422.
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