#PW25125608, Carlos Cardenas, Listing office: Elite Real Estate Group
3285 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92103
Property details
About 3285 5th Ave
Steps from Balboa Park, this pristine home blends timeless early 20th Century Craftsman charm with modern luxury. Historic character shines through the facade, with the original leaded glass windows, bronze door accents, and grand columns—all meticulously preserved during the 2008 construction. This home lives like a single-family residence, featuring a private gated entrance off 5th Avenue and three dedicated garage parking spaces. The historic exterior transitions seamlessly to a well apportioned modern interior, complete with premium finishes and appliances. Inside, 10-foot ceilings and expansive windows fill the open-concept living space with natural light. The layout includes two spacious primary suites and a third room perfect as an office or guest bedroom. Designer finishes include wide-plank hardwood floors, recessed lighting, quartz countertops, and custom paint throughout. The gourmet kitchen boasts soft-close cabinetry and top-of-the-line Bosch appliances, including a French door refrigerator, 5-burner gas range, and microwave drawer. All three bathrooms are beautifully renovated with custom tile, frameless glass showers with rain heads and body wands, and a luxurious freestanding tub. Enjoy smart living with integrated features such as motorized blinds, a Ring Doorbell, Lutron lighting, a Nest thermostat, and Brilliant Smart Home control—all voice-activated or app-controlled. Two private patios and access to a sprawling shared courtyard with fire pits, BBQs, and dining areas provide ideal spaces for indoor-outdoor living. Additional highlights include a private rear entrance, dedicated laundry room with quartz counters and Samsung appliances, four walk-in closets, a soundproof ceiling, and upgraded double-pane windows—including historically preserved ones. Bonus amenities include a private basement storage area, secure bike room, and no shared walls for maximum privacy. HOA covers high-speed internet, water, trash, sewer, landscaping, exterior maintenance, and even housekeeping of common areas. Perfectly positioned in Bankers Hill, just a half block from the west entrance of Balboa Park, this home offers unbeatable walkability to Hillcrest, Little Italy, and Downtown. Enjoy front-row views of the city’s biggest events right from your doorstep. With coastal breezes, walkable culture, and endless dining just outside your door, this home is truly one-of-a-kind.
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Interior: All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Assigned, Covered, Private
- View: City Lights, Neighborhood
- Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,799,000
- Price/SqFt: $842
- HOA Amount: $1102 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $17,224
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Google Maps.
- Year Built: 2008
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,135 SqFt
- MLS Number: NDP2505543
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Saltbox Properties
- Office Email: kelly@kellycolemanhomes.com
- Listing Agent: Kelly Coleman
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Mar 18, 2021 | Home Sold | $970,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,400,000 | $17,224 |
2023 | $1,009,082 | $12,393 |
2022 | $989,297 | $12,063 |
2021 | $732,072 | $9,050 |
2020 | $724,567 | $8,941 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Florence Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•3914 1st Ave
3
Washington Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•1789 State St
7
Birney Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•4345 Campus Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,463. The most common annual income of people living in San Diego, CA is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 3285 5th Ave
The listing price of 3285 5th Ave property is $1,799,000.
The property 3285 5th Ave is a condo located in San Diego, California, 92103.
Active Listing: 3285 5th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 3285 5th Ave are: Florence Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Birney Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Museum (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Grant K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), San Diego High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), San Diego Business/Leadership (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), King-Chavez Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $17,224 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 18, 2021 for $970,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 3285 5th Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 3285 5th Ave is 2,135 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 3285 5th Ave is 2008.
This home is located at 3285 5th Ave in San Diego, CA and zip code 92103 in the Central San Diego neighborhood. This 2,135 square foot home was built in 2008. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,799,000.
San Diego, CA housing market in June 2025 saw over 71 listings sold above listed price, more than 41 sold at listed price and over 102 sold below. The number of homes for sale in San Diego, CA increased by 5.4% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $876,062, while the average time on the real estate market was 28 days.