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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,954 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 day ago

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738 E 5th,Escondido, CA 92025

 738 E 5thEscondidoCA92025

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    738 E 5th,Escondido, CA 92025
    738 E 5thEscondidoCA92025
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Turnkey Airbnb/Short-Term Rental (STR) Investment Opportunity in the heart of Escondido's Historic District! This beautifully updated two-story residence offers 1,954 sq ft of light-filled living space with breathtaking city and mountain views. Currently generating $80K+ in gross annual revenue. Sold fully furnished with the right offer. The main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, an open-concept kitchen with sleek countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, recessed LED lighting, and ceiling fans. The spacious living room boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace and large sliding glass doors that open to an enormous balcony overlooking the views. The adjacent dining room also accesses the expansive balcony. The private primary suite includes a large walk-in closet, ceiling fan, and luxurious ensuite bathroom with a Jacuzzi soaking tub, double vanity, brand-new frameless glass shower enclosure, and new porcelain tile floors. Downstairs offers excellent flexibility with a separate living area, kitchenette, den, and two additional bedrooms - perfect for guests, extended family, or additional rental income. Step outside to the beautifully remodeled covered patio, separate pool area with seating, outdoor fireplace, fire pit, pool house, and mature orange, avocado, and pomegranate trees. The large, fully fenced, and completely flat backyard provides ample room for future ADU expansion. Additional features include a tankless water heater, new HVAC system, and a full Vivint home automation and alarm system with smart thermostat.

Full Property Details for 738 E 5th

General

  • Price: $899,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SANDICOR
  • MLS ID: 260008799
  • Updated: 4/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Balcony, Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, Home Automation System, Living Room Balcony, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Shower, Track Lighting
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): FP in Living Room, Patio/Outdoors
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Pool/Spa/Equipment, Refrigerator, Shed(s), Solar Panels, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Stove, Electric Cooking
  • Flooring: Linoleum/Vinyl, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Other/Remarks

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Below Ground, Private, Heated with Gas, Fenced
  • Spa Description: Above Ground, Heated, Fiberglass
  • Security/Safety: Eqpt Owned, Security System, Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Awning/Porch Covered, Balcony, Covered, Deck, Slab, Con

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 8
  • Parking Features: None Known

Location

  • Area: ESCONDIDO (92025)
  • County: San Diego
  • Subdivision: SOUTH ESCONDIDO
  • Neighborhood: Old Escondido Historic District

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: N/K

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Forced Air, Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property, Public

Structural Information

  • Detached/Attached: Detached
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Common Walls: Detached
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,954
  • Living Area: 1,954 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Condition: Termite Clearance

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed

Lot Features

  • Property View: City, Evening Lights, Mountains/Hills, Pool, Neighborhood, City Lights
  • Mountain views: Yes
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,400
  • Lot Size: .24
  • Irrigation System: Automatic, Sprinklers
  • Zoning: R-1:SINGLE
  • Fencing (Description): Full, Fair Condition

Financial Considerations

  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Prop. Restrictions: None Known
  • Disclosures/Rstr.: Section 1 Termite
  • Property ID: 230-282-13-00

Listed by Braceland Homes, Inc. (619) 947-3560, Erik J Braceland

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Schools serving 738 E 5th

School Districts:Escondido Union High School District, Escondido Union Elementary School District
NameGradesDistance
Central Elementary School, Escondido, CA
122 West 4th Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
PK-50.6 mi
Del Dios Middle School
1400 W. Ninth Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
6-81.9 mi
Orange Glen High School
2200 Glenridge Road, Escondido, CA 92027
9-121.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 738 E 5th Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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4/15/2026
Listed
$899,000
24.52%
MLS
5/10/2021
Sold
$722,000
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Tax History for 738 E 5th

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,941
4%
$781,032
4%
2023
$8,561
1%
$750,705
2%
2022
$8,470
170%
$735,986
166%
2021
$3,139
1%
$277,062
1%
2020
$3,120
—
$274,222
2%
2019
$3,124
3%
$268,846
2%
2018
$3,038
2%
$263,576
2%
2017
$2,989
2%
$258,408
2%
2016
$2,931
1%
$253,342
2%
2015
$2,907
4%
$249,538
2%
2014
$2,787
—
$244,651
—
2013
$2,787
—
$243,546
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738 E 5th, Escondido, CA 92025 (MLS# 260008799) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 738 E 5th is currently listed for $899,000 and was received on April 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 738 E 5th? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Escondido? You can browse all Escondido real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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