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  • $841,200

    5397 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92117

    3beds
    1,632sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $841,200 Zestimate®
    $515/sqft
    $4,603 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $841,200

    $791,000 - $892,000

    $4,603/mo

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    What's special

    Modern upgradesSports courtsBrand-new playgroundCustom staircaseOlympic-size swimming poolPrivate attached two-car garageFitness center

    Freshly Updated 3-Bedroom Townhome in Pacific Bluffs Central Clairemont Welcome to your new home in Pacific Bluffs, one of Clairemont's most desirable communities. This spacious 3 bed / 2.5 bath townhome blends comfort, convenience, and lifestyle ideal for young professionals and families who want easy access to everything San Diego has to offer. What You'll Love About This Home * All-included living: Internet, cable, water, and trash are covered with your rent. * Private attached two-car garage: rare for the area, with EV-ready power plus a charging station across the street. * In-home laundry: washer and dryer included. * Private covered patio: your own outdoor retreat for morning coffee or evening barbecues. * Modern upgrades: fresh paint, updated kitchen cabinets, recessed lighting, skylights, dual-pane windows, a custom staircase, and built-in cabinetry with plenty of storage. Durable tile flooring makes the home both family- and pet-friendly. Resort-Style Community Amenities * Olympic-size swimming pool with swim lanes and a 12-foot deep end * Shallow children's pool for younger swimmers * Brand-new playground (completion expected Fall 2025) * Sports courts for pickleball, basketball, or volleyball * Fitness center and recreation lounge with pool table, ping pong, and shuffleboard Central Location Pacific Bluffs offers the perfect combination of urban and suburban living: * Walkable to restaurants, coffee shops, groceries, Target, Home Depot, and more. * Centrally located between the 5, 805, 52, and 8 freeways for easy access across San Diego, including the bay, beaches, UTC, Downtown, and Convoy Street. * Just 2.5 miles to the Balboa trolley stop on the Blue Line, providing convenient public transit connections. The Details * 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | approximately 1,500 sq ft * Gated pedestrian entries from Balboa, Genesee, and Mt. Alifan * Renter is responsible for SDGE (gas and electric) This townhome offers more than just a place to liveit provides a complete lifestyle. With modern updates, resort-style amenities, and an unbeatable Clairemont location, it is the perfect fit for those who want central San Diego living without compromise.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Fireplace
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioner, Ceiling Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WD Hookup
    • Laundry: Hookups
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Handrails, Storage, WD Hookup, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Carport, Covered, Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    • Has carport: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Courtyard, Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Mirrors, Pet friendly
    Details
    • Parcel number: 4197210246

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gated
    • Security: Gated Community
    • Deposit fee: $4,200
    Location
    • Region: San Diego

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $515/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $376,805
    • Annual tax amount: $4,747
    • Date on market: 9/19/2025
    • Date available: 10/01/2025
    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/18/2025Listing removed$4,200$3/sqft
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    9/19/2025Listed for rent$4,200-4.5%$3/sqft
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    9/18/2025Listing removed$4,400$3/sqft
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    9/15/2025Price change$4,400-1.1%$3/sqft
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    9/2/2025Price change$4,450-1.1%$3/sqft
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    7/26/2025Listed for rent$4,500$3/sqft
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    12/22/2011Sold$300,000+0.3%$184/sqft
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    6/2/2011Listed for sale$299,000+23.6%$183/sqft
    Source: Myers Real Estate Group #110031856 Report a problem
    8/15/2001Sold$242,000+34.4%$148/sqft
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    1/12/2001Sold$180,000$110/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,747 +5.9%$376,805 +2%
    2024$4,483 +2.3%$369,417 +2%
    2023$4,382 +2.8%$362,174 +2%
    2022$4,264 +0.7%$355,074 +2%
    2021$4,234 +1.2%$348,112 +1%
    2020$4,182 +2.6%$344,544 +2%
    2019$4,075 +6.2%$337,789 +2%
    2018$3,838 +2.5%$331,166 +2%
    2017$3,745 +1.7%$324,673 +2%
    2016$3,684 +1.5%$318,308 +1.5%
    2015$3,628 +1.2%$313,528 +2%
    2014$3,587 $307,387 +0.5%
    2013-- $305,999 +2%
    2012-- $300,000 +7.5%
    2011-- $279,038 +0.8%
    2010-- $276,953 -0.2%
    2009-- $277,612 +2%
    2008-- $272,169 +2%
    2007-- $266,834 +2%
    2006-- $261,603 +2%
    2005-- $256,475 +2%
    2004-- $251,447 +1.9%
    2003-- $246,840 +2%
    2002-- $242,000 +36.6%
    2001-- $177,148
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    Neighborhood: Clairemont Mesa West

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