5151 Ewing St, San Diego, CA 92115
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FOR SALE
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0.28 ACRES

$949,000

Original price: $1,025,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,077 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

5151 Ewing St, San Diego, CA 92115

College East
Est. Mortgage $5,874/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1951
0.28 acre lot
$881/sqft
1 Parking Spaces

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Exceptional investment and redevelopment opportunity in the heart of the College Area. Situated on a 12,100 sq. ft. lot with canyon views, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers immediate rental income today and outstanding long-term potential under the recently adopted College Area Community Plan, allowing for 5–9 units per acre (buyer to verify). Whether you're looking to add to your investment portfolio, develop additional units, or hold for future appreciation, this property offers exceptional flexibility in one of San Diego's strongest student housing markets. While planning your future project, this charming home is ready to rent and features a functional layout, abundant natural light, bamboo flooring, fresh interior paint, wall-unit air conditioning, and off-street driveway parking—an invaluable feature in this permit parking neighborhood. The home also offers wonderful curb appeal, and the timeless character buyers love in the College Area, including a large mid-century picture window that fills the living room with natural light and the original interior doors that adds to its classic charm. The converted garage expands the home's living space with a kitchen, dining area, and laundry room, while an additional bonus space between the kitchen and living room offers flexibility for a home office, study area, or extra storage. The expansive backyard, canyon views, and existing pool provide the perfect setting to renovate, reimagine, or incorporate into a future redevelopment project. Located within walking distance of San Diego State University and just minutes from restaurants, shopping, parks, and public transportation, this property offers the rare combination of immediate cash flow, redevelopment potential, and an unbeatable location. Rent it today while planning your next project or maximize the full potential of this oversized College Area lot.
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Sarah E Ward DRE #01943308, (858) 431-6043
Fine & Coastal Real Estate
Emily Ward DRE #02231450, (909) 856-0282
Fine & Coastal Real Estate
Originating MLS: SDMLS
Source: SDMLS, MLS#260019306
Also Listed on SDMLS.

Home Details for 5151 Ewing St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1077 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas RangeDryerLaundry: Other/RemarksRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall/GravityAir Conditioning: Wall/WindowHeating Fuel: Wall Gravity
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Levels: 1 Story

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: Other/Remarks
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 1Parking: Converted
Pool
Pool: Below Ground
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Sewer Connected

Days on Market

Days on Market: 34

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Parcel Number: 4670840300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $949,000Price Per Sqft: $881

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: San DiegoCommunity: SAN DIEGO

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 260019306

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1077 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: SDMLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 260019306Showing Service Name: ShowingTime

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about College East

At least 121 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 34 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 32 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say kids play outside

  • 19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • KR
    "Close to El Cajon blvd and the 8 freeway easy to get around a lot of hills here and different kinds of nature "
  • Trulia User
    "I have family members and children that live in area I love it! I can not wait to make this community mine🥰"
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dog owners and they seem to be leashed and well maintained. They clean up after their pets as well."
  • Gabriel J.
    "easy trolley at 70th and at the college,plus all the el cajon blvd. busses.the1,15,215and more and plus lyft and uber all the way"
  • Midnight S. M.
    "As a younger mother of two, I love living here because of the elementary school, the people in this area are friendly and mostly keep to themselves or their crew but everyone has a sense of respect and we have had a lot of fun living here. It is a college town though, so you have be cool with that! It’s nostalgic for me so I don’t mind! "
  • Tianna N.
    "Having multiple parks in the area makes this community inviting. Many outdoor activities around to keep everyone busy"
  • Vada R.
    "Majority of residents own Dogs. You will see tons of owners walking their pets in the area. You better love animals ❤"
  • Nathan A.
    "I lived here for 2 years before, and currently for over half a year.... More homeless in the area than before is the only drawback. "
  • Annablottinart
    "There are many families but not very much holiday spirit. There are a lot of homelessness and drug addicts roaming around. Cars drive very fast I would NOT let my kids play outside unless it’s a secured, fenced yard. listened to police scanner and heard nothing but shocking events all nearby."
  • Viviana L. .
    "nothing makes this neighborhood unique. the college kids have parties and leave broken bottles all over place. "
  • Alan A
    "The neighborhood is rather quiet and pleasant, you can easily walk to a grocery store and coffee shops. Lake Murray is a 5 minutes drive."
  • Neighbors
    "There are two pleasant parks in this neighborhood. Lots of other dog owners. Pleasant to walk around campus on the weekends. "
  • Vianuvia D.
    "Good area for dog owners. Lots of dog parks. Area is always clean. Dog owners do pick up after their pets! "
  • Tom L
    "The College Area is an area of nice quality mid-century homes on large lots. The access to mass transit is great with the trolley on the north and access to major bus routes to the south. Great selection of ethnic foods and very walkable."
  • Kerry G
    "There are many families in the neighborhood. Kids playing outside all the time and families walking dogs. "
  • Ken S.
    "Literally an extension of SDSU frat houses full of college kids everywhere. Slowly every house is being improved. Great place for an investment or first time homebuyer. "
  • Garrett V.
    "close to food, stores, SDSU and pretty easy access to the freeways. does get busy during peak school times, events and evening traffic"
  • Enginmu
    "Close to sdsu full of Students and student housings . Flat, good for bycycle and scooter. Generally old houses"
  • Viviana M.
    "while you do see a lot of people walking their dogs, its really unsafe because there are college kids that have no respect for others and are always throwing beer bottles and what not on the sidewalk so theres always broken glass. have also found used condoms and food that's poisonous for animals. "
  • Viviana M.
    "We dont really do anything special. just are friendly and neighborly towards one another by saying hello and bye when we see one another. "
  • Ken S.
    "not too many families here. frat houses and loud parties are the norm around here. oh yeah and the have a half way house full of rehabilitating tweakers who walk around aimlessly."
  • Viviana M.
    "lived here for a couple of years and having college kids come and go is interesting and fun to experience."
  • Kay H.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for a year. Standard college area really, not really a neighborhood feel to it but some families around. "

Market trends in San Diego

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$967K
$19K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$687
$1
MoM
Available listings
3546
106
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$943K
Since last month
Increased$22K (+2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$78K (+9%)
Since last sale
Increased$790K (+516.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +111% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$943K
August 2026$1.02M
July 2026$921K
June 2026$921K
May 2026$974K
April 2026$985K
March 2026$971K
February 2026$958K
January 2026$903K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,235,000
03/05/26
2
1
1,246
0.18
Single-Family Home
$800,000
04/01/26
2
1
900
0.12
Single-Family Home
$935,000
09/15/25
2
1
936
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,170,000
02/10/26
2
1
1,060
0.17
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
09/15/25
3
1
1,036
0.58
Single-Family Home
$680,000
02/23/26
2
1
874
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,085,000
10/17/25
3
2
1,646
0.26
Single-Family Home
$847,500
07/22/26
2
2
1,296
0.50
Single-Family Home
$875,000
11/06/25
2
1
1,162
0.59
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/07/26
2
1
834

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$1,075,200
2
1
1,176
Off Market
0.04
$1,447,800
3
1
1,098
Off Market
0.04
$1,264,300
2
1
936
Off Market
0.06
$1,235,000
2
1
1,246
Recently Sold
0.06
$1,110,400
4
2
1,757
Off Market
0.08
$2,068,700
9
4
2,691
Off Market
0.08
$1,416,200
3
2
1,646
Off Market
0.09
$1,977,300
9
4
2,800
Off Market
0.12
$949,000
2
1
936
For Sale
0.11
$1,205,400
4
2
1,239
Off Market
0.13
$1,916,500
4
4.5
3,021
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 5, 2026
Source: SDMLS #260019306
PriceChange
$949,000
Price decreased by 7%
Aug 6, 2026
Source: SDMLS #260019306
Listed For Sale
$1,025,000
Sep 6, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$2,195
Aug 17, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$2,195
Sep 30, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$153,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Sarah E Ward, Fine & Coastal Real Estate
Agent Phone: (858) 431-6043
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Frequently asked questions about 5151 Ewing St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 5151 Ewing St?
    Based on a $949,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 5151 Ewing St in San Diego, CA is approximately $6,070 (about $5,070 principal & interest, $925 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 5151 Ewing St compare to homes in San Diego?
    5151 Ewing St in San Diego, CA is listed at $949,000, about 2% below the $967K median sale price in San Diego.
  • What do residents say about the College East neighborhood?
    Residents describe the College East neighborhood in San Diego, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in College East, San Diego.
  • What are the closest schools to 5151 Ewing St?
    The closest schools to 5151 Ewing St in San Diego, CA are Clay Elementary School (rated 6/10), Hardy Elementary School (rated 10/10), Lewis Middle School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 5151 Ewing St have a pool?
    Yes, 5151 Ewing St in San Diego, CA has a pool.
  • Does 5151 Ewing St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5151 Ewing St in San Diego, CA has in-unit laundry.
5151 Ewing St, San Diego, CA 92115 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,077 sqft single-family home built in 1951. 5151 Ewing St is located in College East, San Diego. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by SDMLS on Aug 6, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 260019306.