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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,599,950
MLS #:
260003394SD
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Normal Heights
Neighborhood:
92116normalheights
Listed Date:
Feb 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,380
Year Built:
1954
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, RF
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
SEE
Heating
GAS
Laundry Features
IR, SEE
Exterior
Construction Materials
OTH
Parking Spots
4
Roof
SEE
Financial
Map
Community
- Address5209 Benton Pl San Diego CA
- SubdivisionNormal Heights
- CitySan Diego
- CountySan Diego
- Zip Code92116
Subdivisions in San Diego
- Bay Park
- BP
- Carmel Mountain Ranch
- Carmel Valley
- Casa Dorado 32501
- CAV
- CH
- Chula Vista
- City Heights
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- CLM
- College Grove
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- Downtown
- Downtown Area DOWN
- DWTN
- East San Diego
- Encanto
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- Escala ESCL
- Hillcrest
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- Kearny Mesa
- Kensington
- La Jolla
- La Mesa
- Linda Vista
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- LV
- Middletown
- Mira Mesa
- Mirador MIRD
- Mirasol MIR
- Mission Beach
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- Rancho Pacifica 1 261701
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- Stonebridge 3700
- Talmadge
- The Lakes LK
- Tierrasanta
- Torrey Highlands
- University City
- University Heights
- Villa Portofino 32283
- Woodcrest WT
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Diego as of Mar 04, 2026
1,770
Single Family Listed
71
Avg DOM
549
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,200,024
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Normal Heights subdivision, 5209 Benton Pl San Diego CA is a Single Family for sale in San Diego, CA, 92116. It is listed for $1,599,950 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,380 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1954. The current price per square foot is $1,159. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Diego is $549. The average listing price for Single Family in San Diego is $1,200,024.
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