4587 Rolfe Rd, San Diego, California 92117, San Diego, - bed, bath
ACTIVE$875,000
4587 Rolfe Rd, San Diego, California 92117
3Beds
2Baths
1,451Sqft
Lot
Year Built
1954
Close
-
List price
$875K
Original List price
$875K
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
250042688SD
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
Located in the heart of desirable Clairemont Mesa, this charming single-story home offers endless potential for homeowners and investors alike. Just minutes from La Jolla Shores, Pacific Beach, and UCSD, and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and local conveniences. The home features an open living area with newer flooring throughout, 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths, plus a spacious front yard. Sitting on an expansive 7,000+ sq. ft. fully usable lot, there’s room to add a pool, create an entertainer’s backyard, or build multiple ADUs for added income or multigenerational living. Solar to be paid off at close of escrow. Bring your tools and imagination, this is a rare chance to make your mark in one of San Diego’s most sought-after neighborhoods!
Nearby schools
7/10
Field Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.4mi
3/10
Whitman Elementary School
Public,•K-6•0.6mi
8/10
Cadman Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
8/10
Hawthorne Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.0mi
8/10
Alcott Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.2mi
4/10
Sequoia Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.3mi
9/10
Holmes Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.4mi
5/10
Lafayette Elementary School
Public,•K-6•1.9mi
5/10
Marston Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.4mi
3/10
Innovation Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.7mi
5/10
Clairemont High School
Public,•9-12•1.4mi
4/10
Madison High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
10/28/25
Listing
$875,000
Neighborhood Comparison
| Subject | Average Home | Neighbourhood Ranking (178 Listings) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3 | 3 | 50% |
| Baths | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,451 | 1,402 | 54% |
| Lot Size | 0 | 6,700 | |
| Price | $875K | $1.15M | 9% |
| Price per square foot | $603 | $810 | 7% |
| Built year | 1954 | 1959 | 13% |
| HOA | |||
| Days on market | 7 | 136 | 1% |
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1954, this property shows significant age and deferred maintenance. While the living area has 'newer flooring,' the kitchen and bathrooms are severely outdated, featuring old appliances, fixtures, and finishes that appear to be 30-50+ years old. The description explicitly states 'Bring your tools and imagination,' indicating a need for substantial rehabilitation rather than minor updates. The backyard is also unkempt, reinforcing the need for significant work throughout the property.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Exceptional Location: Prime location in desirable Clairemont Mesa, minutes from La Jolla Shores, Pacific Beach, and UCSD, and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and local conveniences.
Significant Lot Potential: Expansive 7,000+ sq. ft. fully usable lot offers ample space for adding a pool, creating an entertainer’s backyard, or building multiple ADUs for added income or multigenerational living.
Strong Investment Opportunity: Offers endless potential for both homeowners and investors, with clear opportunities for value-add through renovation and ADU development in a sought-after neighborhood.
Key Updates & Features: Includes newer flooring throughout the open living area and solar panels that will be fully paid off at close of escrow, reducing future energy costs.
Desirable Neighborhood: Located in the heart of Clairemont Mesa, one of San Diego’s most sought-after neighborhoods, ensuring strong market demand and community appeal.
Cons
Requires Renovation/Modernization: The property description 'Bring your tools and imagination' indicates it needs significant updates and is not move-in ready for buyers seeking a modern, fully renovated home.
Older Construction: Built in 1954, the home may have outdated systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) and could require substantial investment to meet current standards or preferences.
Substantial Capital Investment Needed: Realizing the property's 'endless potential' will necessitate considerable financial and time investment for renovations, ADU construction, or other improvements beyond the purchase price.