2072 Cardinal Drive
San Diego, CA 92123
$1,049,000
Beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Birdland neighborhood of Serra Mesa! This 1,296 sq. ft. home features a new roof and rain gutters (May 2026), hickory engineered wood floors, and a stylish kitchen with soapstone countertops, a copper farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances. Both bathrooms were remodeled in July 2026 with custom marble and tile finishes, and the primary bedroom features new carpeting. Enjoy a fenced and gated backyard with low-maintenance artificial turf, a hot tub, a covered patio with TV hookup, and a storage shed. A standout feature is the fully owned, paid-off 3.72 kW Tesla solar system with SDG&E NEM 2.0 net metering. Additional upgrades include a 200-amp electrical panel, 220V wiring for EV charging in the garage, two mini-split heating and cooling systems, a 2024 electric water heater, a hot-water recirculation system, a water softener, and security screens. Centrally located near Mission Valley, Fashion Valley, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Rady Children’s Hospital, shopping, dining, and major freeways. An inviting home with extensive updates in a convenient San Diego location!
| Listing Id: | 260025416 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,049,000 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Detached |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Living Area: | 1,296 |
| Association Fee: | $0 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 6,000.0 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | San Diego |
| County Or Parish: | San Diego |
| Subdivision Name: | San Diego |
| Postal Code: | 92123 |
| Year Built: | 1980 |
| Appliances: | Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer, Water Softener, Gas Oven, Gas Stove |
| Basement: | false |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Building Area Total: | 1,296.0 |
| Building Area Units: | Sqft |
| Feed Types: | IDX |
| Construction Materials: | Stucco, Concrete |
| Cooling: | Wall/Window, Mini Split |
| Directions: | Take Highway 163 from either direction and exit at Genesee Avenue. Head east on Genesee, turn right onto Cardinal Road, then left onto Cardinal Drive. Continue to 2072 Cardinal Dr. near Redbird Drive. |
| Fencing: | Full, Gate, Excellent Condition, Wood |
| Fireplace Features: | FP in Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Garage Spaces: | 2.0 |
| Heating: | Fireplace, Mini Split |
| Laundry Features: | Electric, Gas |
| Levels: | 1 Story |
| Living Area Units: | Sqft |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.14 |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| MLS Area Major: | Metro |
| Parcel Number: | 677-170-27-00 |
| Parking Features: | Garage - Front Entry, EV Charging Station(s) |
| Photos Change Timestamp: | 2026-10-21T23:26:35Z |
| Pool Features: | N/K |
| Roof: | Composition |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Special Listing Conditions: | N/K |
| State Or Province: | CA |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Sdmls Neighborhood: | SAN DIEGO |
| Sdmls Area Zip: | SAN DIEGO (92123) |
| Sdmls Lvt Date: | 2026-10-21 |
| Original List Price: | $1,049,000 |
| Sale Or Rent: | For Sale |
| Sdmls Status Detail: | 0 |
| Heat Source: | Electric, Wood |
| Restrictions: | None Known |
| Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA |
| Showing Contact Type: | Agent |
| Sdmls Internet Address: | 2072 Cardinal Drive |
| Sdmls Max Search Price: | 1,049,000 |
| Parking Total: | 6 |
| Sdmls Geo Update Timestamp: | 2026-10-21T23:26:35.2 |
| Sdmls Full Address: | 2072 Cardinal Drive |
| Sdmls Pp Insta: | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/snd/260025416 |
| Sdmls Parking Non Garaged: | 4.0 |
| Bedrooms Possible: | 4 |
| Sdmls Lot Size: | 4, 000-7, 499 SF |
| On Market Date: | 2026-10-21 |
Listing Courtesy of: eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Listing Agent: Brent Haywood
619-206-2705
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San Diego MLS data last updated on October 22, 2026 12:45 AM - PT.
Property Last Updated: October 22, 2026 12:45 AM - PT
