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866 Merlin Dr, San Diego, CA, 92114

$749,900·2 bd·2 ba·San Diego MLS #260019421

Estimated Arrivva buyer rebate$5,000 to $13,000

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Listing data from San Diego MLS. Rebate estimate calculated by Arrivva.

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$749,900
33 Days On Site

866 Merlin Dr
San Diego, CA 92114

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,696
SqFt
$442
/SqFt
1952
Built
Subdivision:
Encanto (31424)
County:
San Diego
Listed by Omar Elminoufi of Beach City Brokers, Inc. (310) 993-8836
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Stunningly remodeled Emerald Hills home with panoramic canyon views and an exceptional opportunity for additional living space or future income. Offering approximately 1,200 sq ft upstairs plus a ~500 sq ft partially finished basement with separate access, this unique property sits on an R-2 lot and offers flexibility rarely found at this price point. The light-filled main level features an open-concept floor plan with modern earth-tone finishes and a beautifully appointed kitchen showcasing quartz countertops, stylish tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious breakfast bar peninsula. The inviting primary suite offers a spa-inspired bathroom with a chic dual-sink vanity and oversized tiled shower. Downstairs, the approximately 500 sq ft basement provides tremendous flexibility for a future ADU, guest suite, home office, gym, or additional living space (buyer to verify). The two-tiered lot offers privacy, outdoor potential, and beautiful canyon views that can be enjoyed from multiple areas of the property. Recent improvements include updated plumbing and a newer roof. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, schools, and major freeways, this is a rare opportunity to own a remodeled home with exceptional flexibility and future upside in desirable Emerald Hills.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$749,900
Days On Site 
33 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,696 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.14 Acres
Year Built 
1952
MLS® Number 
260019421
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking Spaces 
1
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Total 
1696
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R-2:MINOR
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveGas Cooktop
Cooling 
Zoned
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
DecorativeLiving Room
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Zoned
Laundry Features 
Washer Hookup
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Fencing 
Full
Roof 
CompositionFlatShingle
Community Features
MLS Area 
Metro Central
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHASubmitVA Loan
Listed by Omar Elminoufi of Beach City Brokers, Inc. (310) 993-8836



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Questions about this listing

How much could a buyer get back on 866 Merlin Dr, San Diego, CA, 92114?
Arrivva estimates a buyer rebate of $5,000 to $13,000 on this listing. The buyer-broker fee, typically 2 to 3% of the price, goes back to you minus Arrivva's flat $9,750 fee. Every completed rebate is published on the Arrivva results page. See every completed closing
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