Welcome to resort-style living in Balboa Ridge, a gated community ideally located for enjoying the best of San Diego. This ground-level 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo offers a comfortable, easy layout with a private courtyard - perfect for morning coffee or relaxing outdoors. Inside, the updated kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and opens to the living area, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bath, and in-unit laundry adds convenience. Balboa Ridge residents enjoy standout amenities including three pools, a sauna, a fitness center, and beautifully landscaped grounds that feel like a year-round getaway. With easy access to San Diego beaches, dining, shopping, and top attractions, this condo is the perfect home base for an active coastal lifestyle.
Sold for $531,500
$531,500
5252 Balboa Arms Dr Unit 171, San Diego, CA 92117
2beds
782sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1995
0.56 Acres Lot
$530,600 Zestimate®
$680/sqft
$2,852 Estimated rent
Home value
$530,600
$488,000 - $573,000
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Three poolsPrivate courtyardFitness centerBeautifully landscaped groundsStainless steel appliancesGranite countertopsIn-unit laundry
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Listed by:
Melissa Westfall DRE #01879498 homes@opendoor.com,
Opendoor Brokerage Inc.,
Kaysha Rice DRE #02240768 702-761-3465,
Opendoor Brokerage Inc.
Bought with:
Catherine S Black, DRE #01939090
eXp Realty of Southern CA
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250034302
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Originating MLS: SDMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- N/K
Cooling
- Wall/Window
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Counter Top
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Interior area
- Total structure area: 782
- Total interior livable area: 782 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: None Known
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Community/Common, N/K
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.56 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3612614514
- Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
- Zoning description: R-1:SINGLE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Tile/Clay
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Unknown (999)
HOA
- Services included: Common Area Maintenance
- HOA fee: $365 monthly
- HOA name: Balboa Ridge
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $680/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $353,947
- Annual tax amount: $4,462
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Sold | $531,500+1.2%$680/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$671/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Price change | $525,000-1.1%$671/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Price change | $531,000-1.7%$679/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $540,000-1.8%$691/sqft |
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| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $550,000-2%$703/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $561,000-1.9%$717/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $572,000-0.7%$731/sqft |
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| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $576,000-0.9%$737/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $581,000-0.5%$743/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $584,000-1%$747/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $590,000+4.7%$754/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Sold | $563,500+88.5%$721/sqft |
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| 1/27/2016 | Sold | $299,000+3.1%$382/sqft |
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| 9/30/2009 | Sold | $290,000$371/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,462 +3.9% | $353,947 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,293 +2.3% | $347,008 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,199 +2.7% | $340,204 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,087 +0.7% | $333,535 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,060 +3.4% | $326,996 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,925 +2.7% | $323,644 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,823 +6.1% | $317,299 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,602 +2.5% | $311,078 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,515 -6% | $304,979 -3.5% |
| 2016 | $3,740 +1.5% | $316,105 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,685 +4% | $311,357 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,545 | $305,259 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $303,880 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $297,922 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $292,082 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $289,900 |
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Neighborhood: Clairemont Mesa East
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- 9/10Sequoia Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Innovation Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
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