5252 Balboa Arms Dr

5252 Balboa Arms Dr

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San Diego, CA 92117

$399,000
NEW — 1d

Soft Appraisal Value: $397,400 · 0.4% above estimate

Beds

1

Baths

1

Sqft

564

Year Built

1995

Days on Market

1

Property Type

Condo

HOA/mo

$330

MLS ID

260017519SD

This property is in San Diego (92117). View neighborhood stats →

About This Property

Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a private, light-filled residence in one of central San Diego's most convenient locations! Located at 5252 Balboa Arms Drive, this inviting one-bedroom home combines an open, airy interior with valuable features that enhance both everyday living and long-term investment potential. The home welcomes you with dramatic ceiling height, elevated windows, soft natural light, and a comfortable open-concept floor plan. The living room offers ample space for large furnishings, a home office area, and entertaining, while maintaining a warm and intimate atmosphere. The adjacent kitchen is equipped with granite counters, updated appliances, abundant wood cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar suitable for casual dining. The bedroom feels calm and private, with generous proportions, closet storage, air conditioning, and access to the balcony, which extends the living space outdoors and offers a quiet place to enjoy morning coffee. The residence also includes in-unit laundry, air conditioning, assigned parking, and additional storage features that are increasingly difficult to find in centrally located one-bedroom homes. Set within the desirable Balboa Ridge community, residents enjoy a well-maintained community amenities including a swimming pool, spa, Gym, BBQ areas, landscaped common spaces, and controlled community access. HOA Covers Exterior Insurance, Roof Repairs, Pest Control, Trash, and More! Savings hundreds of dollars per month. Everyday conveniences are close at hand and quick access to all of San Diego!

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Est. Monthly Payment

$2,863

Principal & Interest$2,018
Property Tax$399
Insurance$116
HOA$330
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Location

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Investment Score

54B
Est. Monthly Rent
$2,252
Monthly Cashflow

Rent − PITIA

$-611
Full Cashflow

Incl. vacancy, PM, maint, capex

$-1,461

Mortgage (P+I)
$2,018
Cap Rate
1.67%
Cash-on-Cash
-21.97%
DSCR

Need ≥ 1.25 for DSCR loan

0.79
Break-even Rent
$4,149

NOI (Annual)
$6,678
Price-to-Rent

Lower = better for investors

14.8

* Defaults: 20% down, 6.5% rate, 30yr.

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