Description

Set adjacent to the iconic Balboa Park on a quiet street that gently culminates at the park’s coveted northwest edge, the 3500 block of Seventh Avenue offers a rare convergence of privacy, walkability, and historic significance within the heart of Marston Hills. Enclosed within a walled and gated setting, this private luxury compound is positioned along a broad, tree-lined avenue framed by mature jacarandas and a manicured grass parkway, evoking a sense of timeless elegance within a vibrant urban backdrop. Within steps of aristocratic Bankers Hill, the setting offers exceptional walkability and seamless connectivity, while the residence captures serene treetop park views from its distinguished front façade. Comprising just eight architecturally significant residences, including the iconic Marston House Museum, this intimate enclave is among San Diego’s most storied and revered residential addresses. Defined by estate-scale parcels, enduring architectural pedigree, and lush, enveloping grounds, it is widely regarded as one of the city’s most discreet and prestigious enclaves. Originally conceived in 1905 by master architect Irving Gill, widely regarded as San Diego’s most prominent and visionary architectural pioneer, this Mills Act-designated residence stands as an early and compelling expression of Prairie Modern design. Predating the Craftsman movement of the 1920s, the home exemplifies Gill’s progressive philosophy, defined by clean lines, restrained ornamentation, and a design ethos far ahead of its time.

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