$250,000
SOLD MAY 5, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
480 Sq Ft
$235/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$521 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Senior Community
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Controlled Access
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Views
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming 55+ Condo in San Diego’s College Area! Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this delightful 55+ community, nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street in the heart of San Diego’s College area. Just minutes from SDSU, Lake Murray, shopping, dining, and cozy coffee spots, this top-floor condo offers the best of city living with a tranquil touch. This unit has been meticulously cared for and is move-in ready and features ample storage, with multiple closets—including two in the bedroom—and built-in shelving. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private balcony, overlooking serene green space, or take advantage of the community amenities, which include a spacious laundry room and two activity rooms for social gatherings. Conveniently located near the elevator, this unit offers both accessibility and comfort. Parking is available on a case-by-case basis, with plenty of non-metered street parking nearby. VA buyers are welcome, and the property may also qualify for Bank of America’s down payment grant program. Some photos virtually staged. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a charming San Diego home for under $300K! (Bedroom and living room photos are virtually staged.)

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jan Farley

San Diego Living Brokerage Email: jan@janfarley.com License #00480913 Listed on: 03/25/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ryan Branco

Valus Realty License #01467757

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,172

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

HOA Fees

  • $235 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 480 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Laundry Room
  • Property Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Hot Water Heating System

Additional Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Two or More Common Walls

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Tract Number 9753
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4681802036
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Master Insurance
  • 51 Units
  • Amherst Springs Association, Phone Number (619) 589-6222
  • Helm Management Elizabeth HOA
  • Amherst Springs
  • Maintained Community

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,172

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$235 per month

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Park Name: Amherst Springs
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE FAM-RES
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 4681802036
  • Year Built: 1984
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 480.00
  • Stories: 3
  • Entry Location: front door on ground floor
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Appliances: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Price Per Square Foot: 520.83
  • Room Type: Main Floor Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Fence: No
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: No

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: No
  • Heating: No
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Community
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Controlled Access, Hot Water, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 235.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Amherst Springs
  • Phone: 619-589-6222
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Helm Management - Elizabeth

Schools

  • School District: San Diego Unified

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 51

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract Number: 009753

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2016
Sold by
Palmas Rudy and Palmas Rocio
Bought by
Palmas Rudy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Outstanding Balance
$39,768
Interest Rate
3.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$222,437

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2016
Sold by
Alain Nancy
Bought by
Palmas Rudy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2000
Sold by
Evans Neva D
Bought by
Wise John S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 1985
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- American Coast Title
Grant Deed $80,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $42,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Deed $45,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $80,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $17,873 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Sold $250,000 -5.3% $521 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Price Changed $264,000 -1.9% $550 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $269,000 -- $560 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $1,172 $92,841 $34,815 $58,026
2023 $1,146 $91,022 $34,133 $56,889
2022 $1,116 $89,238 $33,464 $55,774
2021 $1,108 $87,489 $32,808 $54,681
2020 $1,095 $86,593 $32,472 $54,121
2019 $1,076 $84,896 $31,836 $53,060
2018 $1,008 $83,232 $31,212 $52,020
2017 $984 $81,600 $30,600 $51,000
2016 $656 $53,447 $19,086 $34,361
2015 $646 $52,645 $18,800 $33,845
2014 $637 $51,615 $18,432 $33,183
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PTP2502131

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 468-180-20-36