PENDING
$50K PRICE DROP
5493 Gala Ave San Diego, CA 92120
Allied Gardens NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,538/month
Total Views
10,814
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,742
Sq Ft
$688
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Detached Guest House
- Solar Power System
- Corner Lot
- Marvin Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- High Ceiling
About This Home
Beautifully Updated Gem with Over $200,000 in Upgrades, Including PAID SOLAR! This charming and private residence is nestled on a manicured corner lot in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods! From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by an abundance of natural light that highlights the custom, thoughtful finishes throughout. The open-concept layout seamlessly blends comfortable living with timeless style, featuring modern updates that enhance the home’s character. Significant improvements, totaling over $200,000 have been made to both the main home and the permitted, detached 1-bedroom/1-bathroom ADU (with its own address) within the past two years. The ADU offers exceptional flexibility for guests, rental income, or a private workspace. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with lush landscaping and inviting spaces to relax or entertain. This move-in-ready property offers the perfect blend of functionality, beauty, and opportunity in one exceptional package.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,371
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Backyard Sprinklers
Home Design
- Turnkey
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,742 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Neighborhood Views
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- Converted Garage
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Additional Homes
- Detached Guest House
- 500 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Number of ADU Units: 1
- ADU built in 2024
- ADU includes 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom
- Kitchen Sink
- Stove
- Separate access to accessory dwelling unit
- Entrance to ADU on lower level
- ADU includes parking
Utilities
- Separate Water Meter
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Covered patio or porch
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 672-070-06-00
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Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,371 | $923,099 | $620,919 | $302,180 |
| 2023 | $6,846 | $563,055 | $378,737 | $184,318 |
| 2022 | $6,662 | $552,015 | $371,311 | $180,704 |
| 2021 | $6,615 | $541,192 | $364,031 | $177,161 |
| 2020 | $6,534 | $535,644 | $360,299 | $175,345 |
| 2019 | $6,416 | $525,142 | $353,235 | $171,907 |
| 2018 | $5,823 | $500,000 | $353,000 | $147,000 |
| 2017 | $5,272 | $455,000 | $322,000 | $133,000 |
| 2016 | $5,114 | $440,000 | $312,000 | $128,000 |
| 2015 | $4,881 | $420,000 | $298,000 | $122,000 |
| 2014 | $4,782 | $410,000 | $291,000 | $119,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -4.0% | $688 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $1,249,000 | +38.0% | $717 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2023 06/02/23 | Sold | $905,000 | -2.6% | $729 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2023 05/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | For Sale | $929,000 | -- | $748 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Grant Deed | $905,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Stewart Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $149,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $19,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $724,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $299,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $335,088 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $44,600 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $356,800 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $259,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $190,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $151,980 | Assumption |
Source: Public Records
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Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250026230
APN: 672-070-06
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