Welcome to Bowden Avenue in the heart of Clairemont. A charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home. Freshly updated with new carpet and interior paint, this move-in ready residence also features a newer roof, tankless water heater and owned solar — lower utility costs and peace of mind included. Bright, functional layout with generous bedrooms, ample natural light, and potential to personalize finishes. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks and major freeways for easy commuting. Ideal for first-time buyers or investors seeking value in a well-maintained home. Hurry, this one won't last.
Sold for $865,000
$865,000
5178 Bowden Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
3beds
1,018sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
5,300 Square Feet Lot
$869,000 Zestimate®
$850/sqft
$4,264 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Paul Taccone DRE #01183462 619-993-0264,
Courtesy Real Estate Company
Bought with:
David Zarraonandia, DRE #01996655
Redfin Corporation
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 260006018
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall/Gravity
Cooling
- Wall/Window
Appliances
- Included: Gas Stove, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric, Gas
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Fireplace features: N/K
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,018
- Total interior livable area: 1,018 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Full,Gate
Lot
- Size: 5,300 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3616421800
- Zoning: RS 1-7
- Zoning description: RS 1-7
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: CLAIREMONT
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $850/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $70,166
- Annual tax amount: $1,350
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2026 | Listing removed | $4,600$5/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $4,600-3.2%$5/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,750$5/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $865,000+8.3%$850/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000$785/sqft |
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| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000$785/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,350 +70.1% | $70,166 +2% |
| 2024 | $794 +2.6% | $68,791 +2% |
| 2023 | $774 +2.9% | $67,443 +2% |
| 2022 | $752 +0.9% | $66,121 +2% |
| 2021 | $745 +1.3% | $64,825 +1% |
| 2020 | $736 +6.8% | $64,162 +2% |
| 2019 | $689 +2.1% | $62,905 +2% |
| 2018 | $675 +2.7% | $61,672 +2% |
| 2017 | $657 +2.1% | $60,464 +2% |
| 2016 | $643 +1.6% | $59,280 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $633 +1.7% | $58,391 +2% |
| 2014 | $623 | $57,248 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $56,990 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $55,874 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $54,779 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $54,371 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $54,501 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $53,433 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $52,387 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $51,361 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $50,355 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $49,369 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,465 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $47,515 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $46,584 |
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Neighborhood: Clairemont Mesa East
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Sequoia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
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- 6/10Madison High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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