For Sale: 5551 Gala Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120. 3-bedroom 2-bath, 1462 sf, 1957 San Diego $1,147,000 begin new search
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Overview

Priced to sell! This is not a flip but a beautifully updated and move-in ready home in the heart of Allied Gardens! This bright and inviting home offers abundant natural light, modern updates, and thoughtful improvements throughout for safety and security. For peace of mind, 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 fruit producing citrus trees and 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 SanDiego, and the beaches. This turnkey home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the best of the San Diego lifestyle.

Address 5551 Gala Avenue

San Diego, CA 92120
Listing Status ACTIVE
Asking Price $1,147,000
On Market Date $1,147,000 @ Sep 22, 2026
Listed / On-Market Entered Sep 22, 2026
Original Entry Sep 22, 2026
Rooms
Primary Bedroom, Office, Kitchen, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
Square Footage 1462 sf
Bedrooms 3
Full Bathrooms 2
Location
Directions Waring Rd to Birchwood to Gala-Use GPS
Market Area 92120 - Del Cerro
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Listing History
Timeline Notes
Sep 22, 2026Listed for $1,147,000 #NDP2608849
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 6720804200
Zoning R-1
Geographic Areas

Airport Compatibility Zone: Montgomery Field

Community College District: San Diego CC

School District: San Diego Unified

Zip Code: 92120

Highway Locator

East of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

East of I-805

East of SR-163

South of SR-52

Ocean Distance 10.7 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 6,000 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool None
Exclusive Yard 0
Parking
Total Spaces: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View Mountain(s), Trees/Woods, Neighborhood
Features
Year Built 1957
Laundry Location In Garage,Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Wood Burning,Masonry,Great Room (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments Yes
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage Yes
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling Yes
Entry Location 1
Heating No
High School District San Diego Unified
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels One
Living Area Source Assessor
Lot Features Sprinklers In Front, Level, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking No
Patio No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers Yes
Tax Model
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
Monthly Payment Calculator
Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR North San Diego County
MLS Number NDP2608849
Courtesy of Willis Allen Real Estate
Listing Agent Dawn Surprenant