Experience spectacular sunsets and picturesque canyon views from the heart of this beautifully reimagined single-story Del Cerro home, where timeless design meets modern living. This thoughtfully redesigned residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3 beautifully remodeled bathrooms, and an open-concept layout created for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. The heart of the home is a stunning chef’s kitchen featuring white oak cabinetry, waterfall quartz countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, designer lighting, and an oversized island that flows seamlessly into the spacious living and dining areas. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light, while the kitchen and dining areas capture beautiful canyon views and San Diego’s unforgettable sunsets. Thoughtfully improved throughout with a new roof, new HVAC system, dual-pane windows, new flooring, and beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. The property also features an expanded driveway with modern concrete and turf inlays, providing parking for up to four vehicles while enhancing the home’s clean, contemporary curb appeal. Beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces create the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying San Diego’s year-round indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Ideally located near schools, Mission Valley, SDSU, shopping, dining, and major freeways, the property pairs a desirable location with designer finishes and everyday comfort. Move-in ready and extensively upgraded, this exceptional Del Cerro home features beautiful curb appeal and memorable sunset views.
For sale
Listed by: Rise Realty • Raj Kochhar • Contact: 9292858258
$1,499,993
5996 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
4beds
2,104sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$9,307/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,478,500 Zestimate®
$713/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 98 days |
- 3,163 |
- 205 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Raj Kochhar DRE #02325704 9292858258,
Rise Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP26157098
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,104 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 4623322400
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Del Cerro
Location
- Region: San Diego
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $713/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $773,718
- Annual tax amount: $10,240
- Date on market: 7/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 99 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Cal Vet Loan,1031 Exchange,FHA,Fannie Mae,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Appliances
Estimated market value
$1,478,500
$1.40M - $1.55M
$5,303/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,993+50.3%$713/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $998,000-9.3%$474/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25215348 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$523/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+136.4%$523/sqft |
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| 4/14/2015 | Listing removed | $2,835$1/sqft |
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| 4/10/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,835+3.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Colony American Homes LLC Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2014 | Listing removed | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 12/6/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 6/11/2014 | Listing removed | $2,750$1/sqft |
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| 5/6/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,750$1/sqft |
Source: Colony American Homes LLC Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2013 | Sold | $465,292+7.5%$221/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2012 | Listing removed | $433,000$206/sqft |
Source: Harcourts Prestige Properties #120017142 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2012 | Price change | $433,000+1.9%$206/sqft |
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| 4/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $425,000+157.6%$202/sqft |
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| 6/3/1997 | Sold | $165,000-2.9%$78/sqft |
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| 8/23/1996 | Sold | $170,000$81/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,240 +9.5% | $773,718 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,351 +2.3% | $758,548 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,144 +17.7% | $743,676 +17% |
| 2022 | $7,767 +0.7% | $635,843 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,714 +1.2% | $623,376 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,621 +2.3% | $616,985 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,452 +6.5% | $604,888 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,998 +21% | $593,028 +20.6% |
| 2017 | $5,783 -3% | $491,680 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,964 +6.4% | $482,040 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,606 +1.6% | $474,800 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,519 | $465,500 +66.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $279,033 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $273,563 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $268,200 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $266,196 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $266,829 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $261,598 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $256,469 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $251,441 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $246,512 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $241,679 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $237,251 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $232,600 +3.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $224,540 |
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Neighborhood: Del Cerro
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Hearst Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Lewis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Patrick Henry High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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