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    • Listed by: Willis Allen Real Estate • Dawn Surprenant
    $1,249,000

    5551 Gala Ave, San Diego, CA 92120

    3beds
    1,462sqft
    : 
    $7,832/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    6,000 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $854/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautifully updated and move-in ready in the heart of Allied Gardens! This bright and inviting home offers abundant natural light, modern updates, and thoughtful improvements throughout. The major upgrades have already been completed for you, including a new roof (2025), tankless water heater (2025), remodeled kitchen (2023), beautifully updated primary bathroom (2026), fresh interior and exterior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, new carpet, updated bathroom fixtures, new medicine cabinets, and stylish finishes throughout. Simply move in and appreciate a home that has been thoughtfully updated and well maintained. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for year-round enjoyment with artificial turf, mature citrus trees, avocado trees, and plenty of space to relax or entertain. Ideally located in the highly desirable Allied Gardens neighborhood, this home is minutes to Lake Murray, Mission Trails Regional Park, shopping, dining, parks, top-rated schools, major freeways, SDSU, with close proximity to downtown San Diego, and the beaches. This turnkey home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the best of the San Diego lifestyle.
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    Dawn Surprenant DRE #01934848 619-954-3940,

    Willis Allen Real Estate

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NDP2607050MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS (North San Diego County & Pacific Southwest AORs)

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Den, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
      Features
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Masonry, Raised Hearth
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,462 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Entry location: 1
      • Pool features: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Neighborhood, None
      Lot
      • Size: 6,000 Square Feet
      • Features: Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System, Yard
      Details
      • Parcel number: 6720804200
      • Zoning: R-1
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1957

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Suburban, Sidewalks
      Location
      • Region: San Diego

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $854/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $937,398
      • Annual tax amount: $12,288
      • Date on market: 7/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 8 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Inclusions: Range, refrigerator, microwave
      • Exclusions: None

        Estimated market value

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/25/2026Listed for sale$1,249,000+38.6%$854/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #NDP2607050 Report a problem
        4/24/2023Sold$901,000+0.2%$616/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #230003029 Report a problem
        2/23/2023Pending sale$899,000$615/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #230003029SD Report a problem
        2/16/2023Listed for sale$899,000+11.7%$615/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #230003029 Report a problem
        3/4/2021Sold$805,000+0.6%$551/sqft
        Source: SDMLS #210003582 Report a problem
        2/17/2021Pending sale$799,999+14.3%$547/sqft
        Source: 24/7 Realty Inc #210003582 Report a problem
        2/11/2021Listed for sale$699,999+48.9%$479/sqft
        Source: 24/7 Realty Inc #210003582 Report a problem
        8/26/2005Sold$470,000$321/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$12,288 +8.5%$937,398 +2%
        2024$11,321 +10%$919,019 +9.7%
        2023$10,294 +2.7%$837,520 +2%
        2022$10,020 +38.1%$821,099 +38.4%
        2021$7,258 +3.4%$593,337 +3.2%
        2020$7,018 +3%$575,000 +2.7%
        2019$6,813 +8.9%$560,000 +5.7%
        2018$6,258 +6.4%$530,000 +6%
        2017$5,880 +3.8%$500,000 +4.2%
        2016$5,666 +4.3%$480,000 +4.3%
        2015$5,433 +4.1%$460,000 +4.5%
        2014$5,218 $440,000 +13.1%
        2013-- $389,000 -5.1%
        2012-- $410,000 -3.5%
        2011-- $425,000
        2010-- $425,000
        2009-- $425,000 -13.1%
        2008-- $488,988 +2%
        2007-- $479,400 +2%
        2006-- $470,000 +655.1%
        2005-- $62,245 +2%
        2004-- $61,026 +1.9%
        2003-- $59,909 +2%
        2002-- $58,735 +2%
        2001-- $57,585
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Allied Gardens

        Getting around

        23 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        26 / 100
        Some Transit
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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