For Sale at Clairemont: 5252 Balboa Arms Drive #177, San Diego, CA 92117. 1-bedroom 1-bath, 582 sf, 2006 Clairemont $485,000 begin new search
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Overview

Welcome to this beautifully updated Balboa Ridge condominium nestled in the heart of Clairemont, one of San Diego’s most central and sought-after communities. Ideally situated in one of the premier locations within the gated complex, this move-in ready residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience — all with low HOA fees and easy access to the very best of coastal San Diego. Just minutes from Mission Bay, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, downtown San Diego, and located down the street from an abundance of popular restaurants, cafés, and shopping destinations. Inside, you’ll find tasteful recent upgrades throughout, including new hardwood flooring, freshly painted kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, updated hardware and light fixtures, dual-pane windows, a newer A/C and heating unit, plus newer washer/dryer and refrigerator. The well-designed kitchen features granite countertops, decorative tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, opening seamlessly to the living space for easy everyday living and entertaining. Outside, enjoy your own spacious private fenced yard — an ideal setting for outdoor dining, relaxing, or hosting guests year-round in San Diego’s perfect climate. The generously sized bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the bathroom is appointed with granite countertops and a tub/shower combination. Residents of Balboa Ridge enjoy resort-style amenities including swimming pools, spa, fitness center, clubhouse, BBQ areas, and picnic spaces. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in a prime location, this exceptional home checks all the boxes. Welcome home!

Address 5252 Balboa Arms Drive

Unit# 177


San Diego, CA 92117
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $485,000
On Market Date $485,000 @ 2026-05-28
Listed / On-Market Entered 2026-05-28T13:30:31Z
Original Entry 2026-05-28T13:21:34Z
Rooms
Walk-In Closet, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
Square Footage 582 sf
Flooring Wood
Bedrooms 1
Full Bathrooms 1
Location
Directions Cross Street: Mt Abernathy Avenue.
Market Area 92117 - Clairemont Mesa
Neighborhood Clairemont
Complex Clairemont
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $330
HOA Amenities Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse Paid, Security, Water, Pool, Barbecue, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Trash, Gym/Ex Room, Sewer
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 3612614520
Zoning R-1:SINGLE
Geographic Areas

Airport Compatibility Zone: MCAS Miramar

Airport Compatibility Zone: Montgomery Field

Community College District: San Diego CC

School District: San Diego Unified

Zip Code: 92117

Highway Locator

West of I-15

East of I-5

North of I-8

West of I-805

West of SR-163

South of SR-52

South of SR-56

West of SR-67

South of SR-78

Ocean Distance 4.8 miles
Exterior
Style Condominium
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 000 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Roof Composition
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool Community
Parking
Assigned
Gated
Other
Total Spaces: 1
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 - 1.00
View Trees/Woods, Courtyard
Features
Year Built 2006
Laundry Location Washer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s), High Efficiency
Heating Electric, Forced Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Fireplaces Not Listed (0)
Interior Features Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Storage
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Yes
Assessments No
Association Yes
Association Fee 2 0
Association Fee Frequency Monthly
Attached Garage No
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Construction Materials Stucco
Cooling Yes
Eating Area Area
Heating Yes
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels One
Living Area Source Assessor
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 0
Main Level Bedrooms 0
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 0
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
View Yes
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR San Diego
MLS Number 260012930SD
Courtesy of Redfin Corporation
Listing Agent Susan Mullett