$1,300,000
SOLD MAY 16, 2025

5457 Camino Playa Malaga San Diego, CA 92124

Tierrasanta Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,707 Sq Ft
3,612 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$762 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mountain View
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Kumeyaay Elementary School Rated A
  • Private Yard
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac street, this meticulously maintained home offers breathtaking south-facing canyon views. With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and the potential to add a 4th bedroom, this charming Tierrasanta home is perfect for a growing family. Enjoy energy efficiency this summer with fully paid solar panels and a new Heat/Air pump installed in 2022. Step inside to discover high ceilings, a remodeled kitchen, luxury vinyl flooring, new carpet upstairs, and a new staircase banister railing that adds a stylish touch. The private primary bedroom provides a serene retreat, complete with a double sink and walk in closet. The spacious living area flows seamlessly to the covered patio in the back yard, perfect for enjoying nature with no neighbors behind you. Tierrasanta is a hidden gem neighborhood offering hiking trails in nearby Mission trails, Top Rated schools, and a central location to everything San Diego has to offer. A rare find in an unbeatable location, this home is truly move in ready.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Crosby

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #02015966 Listed on: 04/10/2025

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven Wener

eXp Realty of California, Inc. License #01874599

eXp Realty of California, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,989

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 3,612 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Private Yard

HOA Fees

  • $78 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Clay Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,707 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Community Details

  • Association fees include common area maintenance
  • Tierrasanta Norte Association, Phone Number (858) 550-7900

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 373-431-33-00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,989

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$78 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Detached
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Market Area: Metro
  • Cross Street: Avenida Playa Veracruz
  • Neighborhood: Tierrasanta
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 760.98
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 761.57
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 761.57
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1992
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Open To Family Rm
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Fp In Family Room
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X13
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Location: Laundry Room
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1707
  • Total Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Patio: Patio
  • Roof: Tile/Clay
  • View: Greenbelt, Mountains/Hills
  • Exclusive Use Yard: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Non Garage Parking: Driveway
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 4

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Total Fees: 936.0
  • Community: TIERRASANTA
  • Home Owner Association: Tierrasanta Norte
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 78.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 858-550-7900
  • Association Amenities: Hiking Trails

Fee Information

  • Total Monthly Fees: 78

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1-3,999 SF
  • Site: Cul-De-Sac
  • Topography: Level
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 373-431-33-00
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 3612
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.08
  • Map Code Column: J
  • Map Code Page: 1229
  • Map Code Row: 7

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2017
Sold by
Lucchini Peter J and Lucchini Lynn S
Bought by
Lucchini Peter J and Lucchini Lynn S

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2012
Closed on
May 8, 2012
Sold by
Burch Diane M
Bought by
Lucchini Peter J and Lucchini Lynn S
Seller's Agent
Saied Mojabi
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Dulworth
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$519,900
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.14%
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2009
Sold by
Burch Diane M
Bought by
Burch Diane M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,000
Interest Rate
5.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2008
Sold by
Burch Diane M
Bought by
Burch Diane M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2004
Sold by
Burch Diane M
Bought by
Burch Diane M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2000
Sold by
Amara Mostafa and Amara Elizabeth
Bought by
Burch Diane M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
8.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 1999
Sold by
Nathan Han and Joanna Lee Han
Bought by
Amara Mostafa and Amara Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
7.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1998
Sold by
Nathan Han and Joanna Lee
Bought by
Han Nathan and Lee Han Joanna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
7%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 1996
Sold by
Lance Clemsen and Paulsen Jane S
Bought by
Han Nathan and Lee Joanna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,200
Interest Rate
8.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 1991
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $525,000 Equity Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $370,000 Commonwealth Land Title Co
Grant Deed $315,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title
Grant Deed $231,500 American Title Ins Co
Deed $266,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $340,200 New Conventional
Closed $408,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $287,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $285,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $282,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $282,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $282,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $296,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $148,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $185,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $185,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2025 05/16/25 Sold $1,300,000 +0.1% $762 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $1,299,000 +147.4% $761 / Sq Ft
05/29/2012 05/29/12 Sold $525,000 -3.7% $307 / Sq Ft
04/23/2012 04/23/12 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2012 04/23/12 Price Changed $544,900 -0.9% $319 / Sq Ft
04/23/2012 04/23/12 Price Changed $549,900 +5.8% $322 / Sq Ft
04/22/2012 04/22/12 For Sale $519,900 -- $304 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $7,989 $646,485 $194,965 $451,520
2023 $7,808 $633,810 $191,143 $442,667
2022 $7,595 $621,384 $187,396 $433,988
2021 $7,537 $609,201 $183,722 $425,479
2020 $7,445 $602,956 $181,839 $421,117
2019 $7,310 $591,134 $178,274 $412,860
2018 $6,836 $579,544 $174,779 $404,765
2017 $80 $568,181 $171,352 $396,829
2016 $6,563 $557,042 $167,993 $389,049
2015 $6,465 $548,676 $165,470 $383,206
2014 $6,362 $537,929 $162,229 $375,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 250023014

San Diego MLS

APN: 373-431-33