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$1,189,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,462 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 7 days ago
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New Price, Same Adorable Home! Beautifully updated and move-in ready in the heart of Allied Gardens! This bright and inviting home offers abundant natural light, modern updates, and thoughtful improvements throughout. The major upgrades have already been completed for you, including a new roof (2025), tankless water heater (2025), remodeled kitchen (2023), beautifully updated primary bathroom (2026), fresh interior and exterior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, new carpet, updated bathroom fixtures, new medicine cabinets, and stylish finishes throughout. Simply move in and appreciate a home that has been thoughtfully updated and well maintained. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for year-round enjoyment with artificial turf, mature citrus trees, avocado trees, and plenty of space to relax or entertain. Ideally located in the highly desirable Allied Gardens neighborhood, this home is minutes to Lake Murray, Mission Trails Regional Park, shopping, dining, parks, top-rated schools, major freeways, SDSU, with close proximity to downtown San Diego, and the beaches. This turnkey home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the best of the San Diego lifestyle.

Full Property Details for 5551 Gala Ave

General

  • Price: $1,189,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: NDP2607050
  • Updated: 9/3/2026
  • Days on Market: 48 days
  • Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Entry, Office, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Primary Bathroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Raised Hearth, Masonry, Gas Starter, Family Room

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Garage, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Location

  • County: San Diego
  • Driving Directions: GPS

School Information

  • School District: San Diego Unified

Community

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Suburban

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 1,462
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

  • Property View: None, Neighborhood
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Lot Description: Landscaped, Level, Garden, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Yard

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $813.27

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Inclusions: Range, refrigerator, microwave

Listed by Willis Allen Real Estate, Dawn Surprenant

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  • Dawn Surprenant

    Willis Allen Real Estate

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Schools serving 5551 Gala Ave

School District:San Diego City Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Marvin Elementary School, San Diego, CA
5720 Brunswick Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120
K-50.3 mi
Lewis Middle School
5170 Greenbrier Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120
6-80.6 mi
Patrick Henry High School
6702 Wandermere Drive, San Diego, CA 92120
9-121.1 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5551 Gala Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/03/2026
Price Reduced
$1,189,000
-2.46%
MLS
8/18/2026
Price Reduced
$1,219,000
-2.4%
MLS
7/25/2026
Listed
$1,249,000
38.62%
MLS
3/10/2023
Sold
$901,000
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Tax History for 5551 Gala Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,288
9%
$956,145
2%
2024
$11,321
10%
$937,398
12%
2023
$10,294
3%
$837,520
2%
2022
$10,020
38%
$821,099
38%
2021
$7,258
3%
$593,337
3%
2020
$7,018
3%
$575,000
3%
2019
$6,846
9%
$560,000
6%
2018
$6,258
6%
$530,000
6%
2017
$5,880
4%
$500,000
4%
2016
$5,666
4%
$480,000
4%
2015
$5,433
4%
$460,000
5%
2014
$5,218
13%
$440,000
13%
2013
$4,631
—
$389,000
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5551 Gala Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120 (MLS# NDP2607050) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5551 Gala Avenue is currently listed for $1,189,000 and was received on July 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 5551 Gala Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in El Cerrito? You can browse all El Cerrito real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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