MLS# PTP2602168 – 5861 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120

Open House
Sat March 28th  7:00pm — 10:00pm (1 more…)
Sun March 29th  7:00pm — 10:00pm
Price: $1,299,900
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Living Area SqFt: 1,875
Status: Active
Property Type: Detached
Lot Size Acres: 0.68
Lot Size SqFt: 29,800
Year Built: 1958
Days on Website: 3

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Michael Najar 619-277-1230

Property Description

Opportunity meets location in this rare College Area property just minutes and even walking distance to SDSU. Situated on an expansive 0.68+ acre lot and zoned RS-1-7, this property offers incredible flexibility for those looking to create long-term income, explore future development potential, or build a true multi-generational compound in one of San Diegos most sought-after university-adjacent neighborhoods. As you enter the home, youre welcomed by a striking mid-century modern fireplace that anchors the living space with timeless character and warmth. Natural light fills the interior, blending classic architectural charm with everyday comfort. The fully owned solar system adds immediate value and efficiency, helping reduce operating costs while supporting sustainable living. Large parcels like this are rarely available near SDSU, making it an exceptional opportunity for homeowners, investors, or visionaries looking to maximize the potential of a prime location. Whether you envision expanding, adding additional living spaces, or simply enjoying the generous lot size and proximity to shopping, dining, freeways, and campus life this is a property with both presence and possibility.

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Property Details and Features

  • Bathrooms
  • 2 total bathrooms
  • 2 full bathrooms
  • Bedrooms
  • 3 total bedrooms
  • 3 possible bedrooms
  • Building
  • Built in 1958
  • Building area total: 1875
  • 1 stroy
  • 1 story total
  • Living area: 1875
  • Living area units: Sqft
  • Building area units: Sqft
  • Entry level: 1
  • “No Common Walls”
  • “1 Story”
  • Community
  • 1 unit in community
  • Cooling
  • “Central Forced Air”
  • Fireplaces
  • “FP in Family Room”
  • Garage
  • 2 spaces
  • Listing
  • Listing ID: PTP2602168
  • List price: $1,299,900
  • 5 days on market
  • Listing contract date: 2026-03-21
  • Special listing conditions: “Standard”
  • “Cash”
  • “Conventional”
  • “VA”
  • Lot
  • 29,800 size sqft
  • Size area: 0.6841
  • Size units: Acres
  • Parking
  • Total: 2
  • Pool
  • “N/K”
  • Property
  • Property subtype: Detached
  • Property type: Residential
  • Zoning: RS-1-7
  • “N/K”
  • Schools
  • High school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
  • Middle or junior school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
  • Elementary school district: San Diego Unified School Distric
  • Sewer
  • “Public Sewer”

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$1,299,900 – 5861 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120

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MLS# PTP2602168 – 5861 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120