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listing_id: CRNDP2607050
status: Active
price: 1249000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1462
sqft_lot: 6000
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1957
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "5551 Gala Ave"
city: San Diego
state: CA
zip: 92120
county: "San Diego County"
lat: 32.7997556
lng: -117.070256
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Dawn Surprenant"
list_office: "Willis Allen Real Estate"
list_agent_phone: "(619) 954-3940"
list_agent_license: 01934848
mls_source: CRMLS
modified: 2026-07-25
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | San Diego County | San Diego | 92120 | 5551 Gala Ave

5551 Gala Ave, San Diego, CA 92120

MLS: CRNDP2607050 | Status: Active | Price: $1,249,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,462 6,000 1957

Remarks

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.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CRNDP2607050
MLS Source California Regional MLS
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat
Family Room Other
Fireplace Family Room, Gas Starter, Other Location, Raised Hearth
Laundry In Garage
Cooling Central Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Garage: 2 Car(s)
Elementary District San Diego Unified
High School District San Diego Unified
HOA Fee $0
Zoning R-1

Contact Information

Dawn Surprenant
Willis Allen Real Estate
License #: 01934848
Phone: (619) 954-3940

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Marvin Elementary School public K-5 0.26 mi 7
Lewis Middle School public 6-8 0.59 mi 7
Foster Elementary School public K-5 1.00 mi 5
Dailard Elementary School public K-5 1.06 mi 10
Patrick Henry High School public 9-12 1.09 mi 9
Hearst Elementary School public K-5 1.16 mi 10
Green Elementary School public K-5 1.49 mi 9
Hardy Elementary School public K-5 2.01 mi 10
Farb Middle School public 6-8 2.24 mi 7
Language Academy public K-8 2.25 mi 9
Hancock Elementary School public K-5 2.27 mi 6
Benchley/Weinberger Elementary School public K-5 2.30 mi 9
De Portola Middle School public 6-8 2.41 mi 9
Maryland Avenue Elementary School public K-5 2.41 mi 6
Miller Elementary School public K-5 2.43 mi 5
Tierrasanta Elementary School public K-5 2.57 mi 8
Clay Elementary School public K-5 2.62 mi 6
Canyon Hills High public 9-12 2.73 mi 7
Kumeyaay Elementary School public K-5 2.77 mi 9
Rolando Elementary School public K-5 2.86 mi 5

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5804 Kent Place $1,350,000 3 2 1,970 Active
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Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of July 25, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Dawn Surprenant, (619) 954-3940.