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$399,000

5252 Balboa Arms Dr Unit 280, San Diego, CA 92117

1Beds
1Baths
564Sq ft
1995Built

Listed by Christopher T Burgos, Coldwell Banker West · 754-777-3333

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About this home

**PRICED TO SELL** Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a private, light-filled residence in one of central San Diego’s most convenient locations! Move-in will not be available until Feb 2027. Located at 5252 Balboa Arms Dr, this inviting one-bedroom home combines an open, airy interior with valuable features that enhance both everyday living and long-term investment potential. The home welcomes you with dramatic ceiling height, elevated windows, soft natural light, and a comfortable open-concept floor plan. The living room offers ample space for large furnishings, a home office area, and entertaining, while maintaining a warm and intimate atmosphere. The adjacent kitchen is equipped with granite counters, updated appliances, abundant wood cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar suitable for casual dining. The bedroom feels calm and private, with generous proportions, closet storage, and air conditioning. Enjoy the Balcony Views that extends the living space outdoors and offers a quiet place to enjoy morning coffee. The residence also includes in-unit laundry, air conditioning, assigned parking, and additional storage features that are increasingly difficult to find in centrally located one-bedroom homes. Set within the desirable Balboa Ridge community, residents enjoy a well-maintained community amenities including a swimming pool, spa, Gym, BBQ areas, landscaped common spaces, and controlled community access. HOA Covers Exterior Insurance, Roof Repairs, Pest Control, Trash, and More! Savings hundreds of dollars per month. Tenant occupied, lease ends in Feb 2027.

Remarks provided by the listing agent through SDMLS.

Home facts

Everything SDMLS reports for this home
$707Price per sq ft
$330/moHOA dues
NoneMello-Roos / CFD
1Parking spaces
NoADU / guest unit
199531 years old
118Days on market

Interior

Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1 full
Living area564 sq ft
Levels1 Story
RoomsBedroom Entry LevelDining AreaExercise RoomFamily RoomPrim BR Entry LevelSauna/SteamKitchenLiving RoomPrimary BedroomEntryGymLaundryPrimary BathroomWalk-In Closet
AppliancesDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRange/OvenRefrigeratorSatellite DishWasherContinuous Clean OvenElectric OvenElectric RangeElectric StoveEnergy Star AppliancesFreezerIce MakerRecirculated Exhaust FanSelf Cleaning OvenVented Exhaust FanCounter TopElectric Cooking
LaundryGas & Electric Dryer HU

Heating, cooling & utilities

HeatingZoned Areas, Combination Heating (Electric)
CoolingWall/Window, Zoned Area(s)
WaterPublic
SewerSewer Connected, Public Sewer

Exterior & lot

Lot size1+ to 2 AC
PoolBelow Ground, Community/Common, Association, Heated Passively
FencingGate, Security

Construction

Year built1995
Exterior wallsStucco, Wood, Wood/Stucco
RoofComposition, Asphalt, Membrane, Shingle

Parking

Other spaces1
Total spaces1

HOA, fees & community

HOA dues$330 a month
Total monthly fees$330
Mello-Roos / CFDNone
AssociationBalboa Ridge HOA
ComplexBalboa Ridges
Known restrictionsCC&R's

Property & listing details

Home typeCondominium
OwnershipFee Simple
ZoningRM 3-7
Parcel number (APN)361-261-46-37
NeighborhoodClairemont Mesa
Subdivision / tractCLAIREMONT
MLS areaMetro
Unit280
CountySan Diego
Accepted financingCal Vet, Cash, Conventional, Exchange, FHA, VA, Cash To New Loan
Listed onJul 16, 2026
Original list price$399,000
Last price changeJul 16, 2026
Days on market118
MLS #260017519

Facts from San Diego MLS as reported by the listing agent. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Questions about any detail? Text Jeff.

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What it costs to own

Your estimated monthly cost

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HOA dues$330
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Rate starts at the Freddie Mac 30-year average, week of November 5, 2026.

Rent vs. buy

Typical rent in 92117 is about $2,716/month. Owning this home runs about — more each month before tax benefits and equity.

Home values in 92117
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+84%10 years

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This home vs. its market

Clairemont is a Balanced market

4.4 months of inventory for condos in October 2026. Under 3 months favors sellers, 3 to 6 is balanced, over 6 favors buyers.

$707Price per sq ft (area: $654, 8% above)
118 daysOn market (area median: 22 days)
$889,000Area median condo price (+38% vs last year)
98%Of list price that sellers got

Area figures: San Diego MLS closed sales, October 2026, condos in ZIP 92117, compiled by Jeff Brick.

The neighborhood

Living in Clairemont

$1,135,000Median sale price
42Avg. days on market
87Homes for sale

Market data: SDMLS.

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