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$998,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,104 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Beautifully refreshed home in the highly desirable College Area! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence has been thoughtfully updated inside and out, featuring brand-new flooring throughout, freshly painted interiors and exteriors, and fully refinished cabinetry. Bathrooms shine with reglazed tubs, a new exhaust fan, and modern light fixtures. Additional upgrades include fresh paint, new interior doors, fencing for added curb appeal and privacy, and more! With its open floor plan, abundant natural light, and prime location minutes from SDSU, shopping, dining, and freeway access, this home is perfect as a primary residence or an investment opportunity. Move-in ready and waiting for its new owner!

Full Property Details for 5996 College Ave

General

  • Sold For: $998,000
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: OC25215348
  • Added to Site: 106 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Location

  • County: San Diego
  • Subdivision: San Diego
  • Driving Directions: From Interstate 8 (I-8), take Exit 10 for College Avenue. Head south on College Avenue. Continue straight for about 0.5 miles, and 5996 College Ave will be on your right.

School Information

  • School District: San Diego Unified

Community

  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Stories Description: Two
  • Square Feet: 2,104
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Year Built Source: Public Records

Lot Features

  • Property View: Neighborhood
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1607
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $474.33

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard

Listed by Mainstay Brokerage Inc., Benjamin Hitchins
Sold by Rise Realty, Raj Kochhar

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— 5996 College Ave —

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    Mainstay Brokerage Inc.

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Schools serving 5996 College Ave

School District:San Diego City Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Hearst Elementary School
6230 Del Cerro Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92120
K-50.2 mi
Lewis Middle School
5170 Greenbrier Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120
6-81.2 mi
Patrick Henry High School
6702 Wandermere Drive, San Diego, CA 92120
9-121.1 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5996 College Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Sold
$998,000
-9.27%
MLS
10/14/2025
Price Increased
$1,100,000
4.76%
MLS
10/03/2025
Listed
$1,050,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Mainstay Brokerage Inc., Benjamin Hitchins
Sold by Rise Realty, Raj Kochhar

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5996 College Avenue, San Diego, CA 92120 (MLS# OC25215348) is a Single Family property that was sold at $998,000 on November 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 5996 College 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.