5493 Gala Ave San Diego, CA 92120
Allied Gardens Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,242
Sq Ft
6,316
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- Marvin Elementary School Rated A
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Property is Fully Fenced
About This Home
As of June 2023Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath single family house on a corner lot! Feel good from the moment you enter the home. The house sits on a LARGE LOT and offers a big backyard with many areas to enjoy (Beautiful weddings have happened in this backyard), and Mountain Views! Other features include Hardwood floors, a quaint kitchen, a two-car garage with lots of storage, Air-conditioning, and Paid solar panels. The Hardscape on the right of the property is manicured and ready for your RV or boat! This home feels like you are safe and in your own private haven, yet close to all, and very centrally located! Washer and Dryer is under protective box in back yard. There are several electric outlets in the backyard as well as sprinklers if you want to change back to grass. There is a sub panel in the garage - 30 amp for RV. If you are looking for a home that has indoor outdoor living with plenty of space for your RV and/or other fun toys - this is it!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,371
Year Built
- Built in 1956
Lot Details
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,242 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Oven or Range
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
Additional Features
- Solar Power System
- Separate Water Meter
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 672-070-06
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 26, 2023
Sold by
Wright Carl and Wright Lea
Bought by
Wright Carl and Wright Leah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$19,600
Outstanding Balance
$18,891
Interest Rate
7.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,084,430
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2023
Closed on
May 15, 2023
Sold by
Fomarotto & Taylor Family Trust
Bought by
Wright Carl and Wright Leah
Seller's Agent
Gail Feldman
LPT Realty,Inc
Buyer's Agent
Zachary Plumb
HomeSmart Realty West
List Price
$929,000
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.58%
Views
35
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.65%
Original Mortgage
$724,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2020
Sold by
Fornarotto Louis and Taylor Nancy
Bought by
Fornarotto Louis Paul and Taylor Nancy Kay
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2012
Sold by
Fornarotto Louis and Taylor Nancy
Bought by
Fornarotto Luis and Taylor Nancy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2007
Sold by
Westlake Mark Steven and Westlake Felisa M
Bought by
Fornarotto Louis and Taylor Nancy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,600
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 1995
Sold by
Ryerson Maxine L
Bought by
Westlake Mark Steven and Westlake Felisa M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$151,980
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Assumption
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Grant Deed | $905,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $450,000 | Stewart Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $149,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $19,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $724,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $299,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $335,088 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $44,600 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $356,800 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $259,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $190,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $151,980 | Assumption |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | 0.0% | $688 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -4.0% | $688 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $1,249,000 | +38.0% | $717 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2023 06/02/23 | Sold | $905,000 | -2.6% | $729 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2023 05/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | For Sale | $929,000 | -- | $748 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Diego MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $11,371 | $941,560 | $633,337 | $308,223 |
| 2024 | $11,371 | $923,099 | $620,919 | $302,180 |
| 2023 | $6,846 | $563,055 | $378,737 | $184,318 |
| 2022 | $6,662 | $552,015 | $371,311 | $180,704 |
| 2021 | $6,615 | $541,192 | $364,031 | $177,161 |
| 2020 | $6,534 | $535,644 | $360,299 | $175,345 |
| 2019 | $6,416 | $525,142 | $353,235 | $171,907 |
| 2018 | $5,823 | $500,000 | $353,000 | $147,000 |
| 2017 | $5,272 | $455,000 | $322,000 | $133,000 |
| 2016 | $5,114 | $440,000 | $312,000 | $128,000 |
| 2015 | $4,881 | $420,000 | $298,000 | $122,000 |
| 2014 | $4,782 | $410,000 | $291,000 | $119,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ronda Hopper
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ronda Hopper
Keller Williams Realty
(619) 302-3119
2 in this area
109 Total Sales
-
Gail Feldman
Seller's Agent in 2023
Gail Feldman
LPT Realty,Inc
(877) 722-8085
3 in this area
103 Total Sales
-
T Antonio
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
T Antonio
LPT Realty,Inc
(877) 722-8085
2 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Zachary Plumb
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Zachary Plumb
HomeSmart Realty West
(619) 438-5585
7 in this area
165 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Diego MLS
MLS Number: 230006835
APN: 672-070-06
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