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#PW25139559, Brian Loyola, Listing office: Circle Real Estate
#PTP2503441·
Listing office: ShoppingSDHouses·
Listing agent: Rafael Cuadras Garcia·
Listing office phone: 619-617-7884
$689,000 List price
5259 Imperial Ave San Diego, CA 92114
$8,182
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
868 sqft
0.2 acres
$794 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5259 Imperial Ave
A Rare Blend of Charm, Space, and Future Potential Just Minutes from Downtown. Why choose between a beautiful home now and room to grow later? This fully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers both—modern comfort today, plus long-term possibilities for expansion with an ADU or even a lot split under California’s SB9. Set on a generous large lot with rare alley access, it gives you flexibility few homes in this price range can match. Step inside and you’ll find a bright, open layout with thoughtful upgrades throughout—fresh finishes, stylish bathrooms, and a kitchen that flows naturally into the main living space. It’s move-in ready, with nothing left to do but make it yours. Outside, the oversized backyard offers space for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the San Diego weather. It’s also ideal for building a guest house, home office, or creating a private retreat for family and friends. Located in a quiet residential pocket just minutes from downtown, with easy freeway access, this home puts you close to shopping, dining, parks, and more—without the noise and crowds. If you’re looking for a turn-key home with room to grow, this one checks all the boxes. Come see it in person and imagine what’s possible.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingWall/Window Unit(s)
Size868 sqft
Lot size0.1505 Acres
Year built1953
MLS #PTP2503441
Attached garage1 space
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Interior: All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $689,000
- Price/SqFt: $793
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,321
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Google maps
- Year Built: 1953
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 868 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1505 Acres
- MLS Number: PTP2503441
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: ShoppingSDHouses
- Office Phone: (619) 617-7884
- Listing Agent: Rafael Cuadras Garcia
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 1996 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $111,744 | $1,321 |
| 2023 | $109,554 | $1,289 |
| 2022 | $107,407 | $1,254 |
| 2021 | $105,302 | $1,244 |
| 2020 | $104,223 | $1,228 |
| 2019 | $102,181 | $1,126 |
| 2018 | $100,178 | $1,126 |
| 2017 | $98,214 | $1,098 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Horton Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•5050 Guymon St
5
Valencia Park Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•5880 Skyline Dr
4
Porter Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•4800 T St
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 $34,530. Most San Diego, CA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
51%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
31%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Foot Locker
Burlington
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
White Castle
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Kia
Honda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5259 Imperial Ave
The listing price of 5259 Imperial Ave property is $689,000.
The property 5259 Imperial Ave is a house located in San Diego, California, 92114.
Active Listing: 5259 Imperial Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 5259 Imperial Ave are: Horton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Valencia Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Porter Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Millennial Tech Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Knox Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Holly Drive Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Gompers Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), The O'Farrell Charter (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,321 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 15, 1996 for $80,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 5259 Imperial Ave has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5259 Imperial Ave is 868 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5259 Imperial Ave is 1953.
This home is located at 5259 Imperial Ave in San Diego, CA and zip code 92114 in the Valencia Park neighborhood. This 868 square foot home, which was built in 1953, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $689,000.
San Diego, CA housing market in May 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 49 sold at listed price and over 95 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in San Diego, CA between April and May 2025 increased by 8.7%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $888,647, while the average time on the real estate market was 26 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.