POINT LOMA House for sale : 5 bedrooms : 520 San Elijo st in San Diego

A Timeless Architectural Masterpiece in La Playa! Introducing a rare opportunity to own a historic California Craftsman, originally built in 1928 and masterfully designed by renowned architect Emmor Brooke Weaver, a protégé of the legendary Irving Gill. Thoughtfully restored and reimagined for modern living, this Point Loma gem was honored with the SOHO Architecture Remodel of the Year in 2024. Nestled in the highly coveted La Playa neighborhood, this residence seamlessly blends old-world craftsmanship with contemporary elegance. Constructed with an extensive use of natural materials, the home features vertical board and batten wood siding, and a hipped cedar-shingled roof with exposed rafter tails — classic hallmarks of the Craftsman tradition. Inside, rich oak hardwood floors and coffered ceilings with Douglas fir create a warm and timeless atmosphere. Mahogany casement windows with jalousie screens allow natural light and fresh air to filter through, enhancing the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Large olive trees have been thoughtfully planted for both privacy and ambiance. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances. A secondary bar area includes a wine fridge, an eat in kitchen, a built-in wine storage, perfect for entertaining. The adjacent family room — part of the award-winning addition — mirrors the home’s original redwood features using all-mahogany cabinetry, paneling, and built-ins. this is more than a home — it’s a once-in-a-generation legacy property!

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Listing Info:

Total Floor Area:: 4,017 sq. ft.373 m2

Price Per SqFt:: 1069.21

Lot Size:: E).25TO.5A

Total Bedrooms:: 5

Optional Bedrooms:: 2

Bedrooms:: 3

Bathrooms:: 3.0

Full Bathrooms:: 2

Half Bathrooms:: 1

Fireplaces:: 5

Fireplace Details:: FP in Family Room, FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors, Den, Gas, Library, Gas Starter, Outdoors

Architecture:: Craftsman

Residential Style:: Detached

Structures:: Shed

Other Structures:: Shed

Stories:: 2 Story

Total Stories:: 2

Year Built:: 1980

Total Parking Spaces:: 4

Market Area:: Coastal South

County:: San Diego

Community:: POINT LOMA

Neighborhood Code:: La Playa

Fees:

Home Owner Fees:: 0.0

Mello Roos Fee:: 0.0

Other Fees:: 0.0

Monthly Total Fees:: 0.0

Terms:: Cash, Conventional, Submit

Supplement:

More Key Features: The formal dining room showcases exquisite craftsmanship with redwood plate-rail wainscoting and built-in sideboards, while additional living areas offer original fireplaces, handcrafted finishes, and vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams. The luxurious primary suite includes a ridge-beam ceiling and opens to a private slate-paved deck with breathtaking views stretching from the west to the south — capturing Downtown San Diego, the Bay, North Island, and even the Naval Base. Located just a short walk from the San Diego Yacht Club, Kellogg Beach, and Cabrillo National Monument hiking trails, this is more than a home — it’s a once-in-a-generation legacy property.

Cross Street:

Nichols

Room Information:

Floor
Type
Size
Other

Master Bedroom

19' × 15'

Bedroom

17' × 13'

Bedroom

16' × 15'

Living Room

29' × 15'

Dining Room

17' × 13'

Family Room

20' × 18'

Kitchen

14' × 12'

Additional Info:

Short Sale:: No

Listing Type:: Exclusive Right (R)

Interior Features:: 2 Staircases, Balcony, Bathtub, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Corian Counters, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Kitchen Island, Kitchenette, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Shower, Storage Space, Two Story Ceilings, Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Unfurnished, Kitchen Open to Family Rm

Equipment Included:: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Washer, 6 Burner Stove, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Grill, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Barbecue, Gas Range, Built-In, Counter Top, Gas Cooking

Miscellaneous:: Gutters

Site Influences:: Cul-De-Sac, Public Street, Street Paved, West of I-5, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front

Directions:: South on Rosecrans, Right on Nichols st. Corner of Nichols and San Elijo st.

View:: Bay, City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Marina, Water, Bridge, Harbor, Neighborhood

Exterior Features:: Wood/Stucco, Drywall Walls

Parcel Number:: 5324420500

Heating:: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit

Heating fuel:: Natural Gas

Cooling:: None

Utilities:: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Pool:: N/K

Spa:: Private Below Ground, Heated, Private

Spa Heat:: Gas

Roof:: Wood, Shingle

Rooms:: Basement, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Den, Dining Area, Dining Room/Separate, Exercise Room, Family Room, Library, Master Bdrm 2, Office, Optional Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, All Bedrooms Up, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet