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Seller's Agent in 2025
James Ritter
James E. Ritter, Broker
(619) 961-3070
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
5161 Dorman Dr San Diego, CA 92115
College West Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,782
Sq Ft
16,117
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Bonus Room
- Private Yard
- Hardy Elementary School Rated A-
- Great Room
- Den
About This Home
As of September 2025Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and overlooking scenic Alvarado Canyon, 5161 Dorman Dr. offers the perfect blend of privacy and breathtaking views. From your own backyard, enjoy peaceful sunsets with no neighbors behind you. This residence has just undergone a $150,000 top-to-bottom renovation, featuring all-new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, a new modernized kitchen, updated bathrooms, stylish fixtures, upgraded lighting, and more. Offered at $1,299,000 for a quick sale, this move-in ready home is a rare find - opportunities like this don’t last long!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
James E. Ritter, Broker License #01789139 Listed on: 09/11/2025
Co-Listed By
Robert Lopez
Compass License #02049134
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1959
Lot Details
- 15,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Private Yard
- Property is zoned R-1:SINGLE
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1,782 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Formal Entry
- Great Room
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Six Burner Stove
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- College View Estates Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2026
Sold by
Garcia Denae Nancy Olivia and Scott Eric Christopher
Bought by
Garcia Denae Nancy Olivia and Scott Eric Christopher
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$700,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$662,224
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2025
Closed on
Sep 18, 2025
Sold by
Wisdom Holdings Llc
Bought by
Garcia Denae and Scott Eric Christopher
Seller's Agent
James Ritter
James E. Ritter, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Dana Garcia
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
7.78%
Views
37
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.32%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
Mar 18, 2025
Sold by
Fred Elmer and Fred Mona Gene
Bought by
Wisdom Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Josette Alvarez
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Robert Lopez
Compass
List Price
$1,135,000
Sold Price
$1,135,000
Views
7
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
54.83%
Original Mortgage
$1,109,906
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2014
Sold by
Palmer Fred E and Palmer Mona Gene
Bought by
Elmer Fred and Revoc Mona Palmer Year 2014
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Ticor Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,400,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,135,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,109,906 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Sold | $1,400,000 | +7.8% | $786 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/17/2025 09/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | +14.4% | $729 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Sold | $1,135,000 | 0.0% | $637 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | For Sale | $1,135,000 | -- | $637 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,426 | $122,614 | $46,862 | $75,752 |
| 2024 | $1,426 | $120,211 | $45,944 | $74,267 |
| 2023 | $1,392 | $117,855 | $45,044 | $72,811 |
| 2022 | $1,353 | $115,545 | $44,161 | $71,384 |
| 2021 | $1,342 | $113,281 | $43,296 | $69,985 |
| 2020 | $1,326 | $112,121 | $42,853 | $69,268 |
| 2019 | $1,301 | $109,923 | $42,013 | $67,910 |
| 2018 | $1,216 | $107,769 | $41,190 | $66,579 |
| 2017 | $80 | $105,657 | $40,383 | $65,274 |
| 2016 | $1,164 | $103,587 | $39,592 | $63,995 |
| 2015 | $1,146 | $102,032 | $38,998 | $63,034 |
| 2014 | $1,127 | $100,035 | $38,235 | $61,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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James Ritter
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Josette Alvarez
Seller's Agent in 2025
Josette Alvarez
Compass
(619) 244-3934
9 in this area
91 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Robert Lopez
Compass
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Dana Garcia
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Dana Garcia
eXp Realty of California Inc
(888) 584-9427
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
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Devin Fuller
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Devin Fuller
Compass
(209) 277-9623
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 250038648
APN: 461-460-07
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