Rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded 3BR/3.5BA, 1,894 sqft home on an expansive 0.25-acre lot in Winter Gardens. Elevated to capture scenic hillside and sunset vistas, this property offers the indoor-outdoor lifestyle today's buyers desire. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features spacious living areas, a modernized kitchen, and en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets, providing comfort and flexibility. Step onto the oversized deck to enjoy panoramic views and a deep backyard with exceptional usability. With room to build, the quarter-acre lot opens the door to an ADU, pool, garden, or future expansion, a rare find in this price range. Additional highlights include owned solar, central HVAC, abundant storage, and ample parking for multiple vehicles, RV, or recreational toys. Turnkey and move-in ready with room to grow, this is a rare opportunity to own a view property with usable land in one of East County’s most desirable pockets.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (2/12)
$775,000
8553 Gardena Rd, Lakeside, CA 92040
3beds
1,894sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
0.26 Acres Lot
$773,800 Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic viewsThoughtfully designed floor planOversized deckAbundant storageModernized kitchen
- 12 days |
- 3,206 |
- 149 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 11, 2026 at 07:21pm
Listed by:
Karla L Mexia DRE #02136510 619-419-6619,
Premier Agency Real Estate Inc.,
Maria E Amezcua DRE #02132818 619-886-3335,
Premier Agency Real Estate Inc.
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260003376
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTORTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Other/Remarks
Cooling
- Other/Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Solar Panels
- Laundry: Other/Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,894
- Total interior livable area: 1,894 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 2 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Other/Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3851900300
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco, Other/Remarks
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other/Remarks, Public Sewer
- Water: Meter on Property, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: LAKESIDE
Location
- Region: Lakeside
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,930
- Date on market: 2/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA,Other/Remarks
Estimated market value
$773,800
$735,000 - $812,000
$4,052/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/12/2026 | Price change | $775,000-3.1%$409/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #260003376 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2025 | Price change | $800,000-3%$422/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #250017123 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $824,900-2.8%$436/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240027263 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2024 | Listing removed | $849,000$448/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240020399 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Price change | $849,000-2.3%$448/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240020399 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $869,000+57.1%$459/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #240020399 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2020 | Sold | $553,000+1.5%$292/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #190063964 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2019 | Listed for sale | $545,000+19%$288/sqft |
Source: Realty Options #190063964 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2016 | Sold | $458,000-0.4%$242/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $460,000+102.6%$243/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2015 | Sold | $227,000-31.4%$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2005 | Sold | $331,000$175/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,930 +2.5% | $816,000 +37.6% |
| 2024 | $5,783 -23.2% | $592,923 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,527 +1.8% | $581,298 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,391 +1.4% | $569,901 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,292 +15.8% | $558,728 +15% |
| 2020 | $6,297 +12.9% | $486,032 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,575 -8% | $476,503 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,060 +2.1% | $467,160 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,937 +86.6% | $458,000 +40.9% |
| 2016 | $3,181 -20.4% | $325,000 +8.3% |
| 2015 | $3,997 +25.6% | $300,000 +25% |
| 2014 | $3,181 | $240,000 +26.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $190,000 +9.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $173,000 -24.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $230,000 -33.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $344,371 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $337,619 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $331,000 +686.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $42,070 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $41,246 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $40,491 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $39,698 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $38,920 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,435/mo
Principal & interest
$3679
Property taxes
$756
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 92040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Lemon Crest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Lakeside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- NALakeside Early Advantage PreschoolGrades: Distance: 2.3 mi
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