Former Major League Baseball legend Greg Maddux has quietly put his San Diego residence on the market, listing the Sunset Cliffs property for just under $4 million, according to people familiar with the sale.
Maddux, 58, one of the most accomplished pitchers in MLB history, has owned the California home since 2017, when he acquired it as a secondary residence following a comprehensive renovation. The listing adds another chapter to the Hall of Famer’s understated real estate footprint on the West Coast.
Maddux spent the majority of his storied career with the Atlanta Braves, where he won four consecutive Cy Young Awards—a feat no other pitcher has matched—and helped secure a World Series title in 1995. Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014, his influence on the sport endures to the extent that “a Maddux” has become shorthand for a complete-game shutout thrown in fewer than 100 pitches.
A Mid-Century Home Reimagined for Modern Coastal Living
The residence, located in San Diego’s coveted Sunset Cliffs neighborhood, was originally built in 1965 and later reworked into a contemporary coastal retreat. While the home retains hallmark mid-century elements—such as exposed beamed ceilings in the main living areas—it now reflects a modern, indoor-outdoor lifestyle suited to Southern California living.
Spanning approximately 3,312 square feet, the house offers four bedrooms and four bathrooms, including two primary suites positioned on separate levels. “The layout works exceptionally well for privacy,” listing agent Zac Dweck of Plus Real Estate told californialuxuryhouses, noting that each primary suite feels self-contained, a rare feature for homes of this era in the neighborhood.
Large expanses of glass connect the open-plan interior to the outdoors, allowing natural light to move freely throughout the home. Upstairs living spaces open directly onto an expansive deck—nearly 1,000 square feet in total—designed for entertaining and casual coastal living.
Ocean Views Without the Beachfront Premium
Although the property is not directly on the sand, it still captures sweeping ocean views from its elevated deck, an amenity that commands a premium in Sunset Cliffs. “Homes here don’t often offer this combination of views, usable outdoor space, and modern updates,” Dweck said in an interview with californialuxuryhouses. “Most properties are either original or have seen only partial renovations over the decades.”
Below the deck, the home features an additional patio area and a fenced grassy backyard—an uncommon find in the area, where lot sizes tend to be modest and outdoor space limited. The beach itself sits just one block away, eliminating the need for direct beachfront positioning while preserving easy access to the coastline.
Ownership History and Market Context
Property records show that Maddux purchased the home in 2017 for approximately $2.1 million through a limited liability company, shortly after the extensive renovation was completed. The remodel included updates to both the interior and exterior, along with the addition of nearly 1,000 square feet, bringing the home in line with modern luxury standards while preserving its architectural roots.
At the time of purchase, Sunset Cliffs was already regarded as one of San Diego’s most established coastal enclaves, known for its dramatic ocean bluffs, residential character, and limited inventory. “This is an area where many homeowners have lived for decades,” Dweck explained. “It’s rare for something that’s been fully updated to come to market.”
Californialuxuryhouses reached out to Maddux for comment regarding the decision to sell, but did not receive a response prior to publication.
The Appeal of Sunset Cliffs Living
Beyond the home itself, Sunset Cliffs continues to attract buyers seeking a quieter alternative to more commercialized beachfront neighborhoods. The community offers easy access to Ocean Beach, Point Loma, and downtown San Diego, while maintaining a residential atmosphere defined by tree-lined streets and coastal trails.
Residents are minutes from local dining institutions, independent cafés, and neighborhood markets, while San Diego International Airport is roughly a 10-minute drive away. The area’s coastal walking paths and dramatic sunset views have long made it one of the city’s most visually striking places to live.
“The lifestyle here is what truly sells the property,” Dweck said. “You have ocean air, walkability, privacy, and a sense of place that’s increasingly hard to find in coastal California.”
A Discreet Sale From a Legendary Athlete
Maddux reportedly used the Sunset Cliffs residence as a second home rather than a primary base, favoring privacy and discretion throughout his ownership. According to the agent, the seller has chosen not to publicly discuss his personal connection to the home.
“The owner has always valued privacy,” Dweck told californialuxuryhouses. “What he focused on instead was creating a comfortable, timeless home that fits naturally into the neighborhood.”
As luxury buyers continue to gravitate toward well-located, design-forward homes in established coastal communities, properties like this—combining architectural pedigree, modern updates, and celebrity provenance—are expected to remain in high demand.