The G.W. Simmons Residence, c. 1909. Offered for the first time in over 45 years, the G.W. Simmons Residence is a landmark of architectural significance and innovation. Designed by Master Architect Irving J. Gill, this seminal work is heralded by Save Our Heritage Organisation (SOHO) as “remarkably... constructed a year or more before the earliest modern movements that would emerge in Europe,” ...a significant precursor to Modern Design and an embodiment of Gill’s visionary philosophy. Nestled on a generous, tree-filled promontory with Canyon and Bay views in the Heart of Bankers Hill’s Historic District, this incredibly special property offers a rare opportunity to live in harmony with nature, where simplicity, serenity, and architectural legacy converge. A once-in-a-generation offering, where less truly is more. Not to be missed.
Sold for $1,600,000 on 08/29/25
Listing Provided by:
Elizabeth Courtier DRE #01198840 Elizabeth@ArchitectureInSanDiego.com,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with: Willis Allen Real Estate
$1,600,000
3506 Albatross St, San Diego, CA 92103
3beds
1,523sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
9,313 Square Feet Lot
$1,610,600 Zestimate®
$1,051/sqft
$5,058 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,610,600
$1.48M - $1.74M
$5,058/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 30, 2025 at 10:33am
Listing Provided by:
Elizabeth Courtier DRE #01198840 Elizabeth@ArchitectureInSanDiego.com,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Yvonne Mellon, DRE #01281478
Willis Allen Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2507482
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,523 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Canyon, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 9,313 sqft
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Cul-De-Sac, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 4523910600
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: San Diego
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2025 | Listing removed | $5,000$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 10/5/2025 | Price change | $5,000-16.7%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/26/2025 | Price change | $5,9990%$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,000$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $1,600,000+7%$1,051/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NDP2507482 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,892 +14% | $426,206 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,167 +2.3% | $417,850 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,052 +2.7% | $409,657 +2% |
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Neighborhood: Hillcrest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Florence Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Roosevelt International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10San Diego High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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Estimated market value
$1,610,600
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Estimated market value
$1,610,600