5533 Elgin Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
Single-family home
Sold August 2026
Listing Agent: Jessica Snyder (DRE #01879267) · Listing Office: CA-RES · Bought with: Emil Ayoub · LPT Realty, Inc · MLS #260014690SD · Source: CRMLS
How this sale compares
5533 Elgin Ave sold for $941,000 in August 2026, 0.2% over its $939,000 list price, after 15 days on the market. That works out to $560 per square foot on 1,679 square feet. Across 145 closed sales in 92120 over the last 12 months, the median sold price is $1,000,000 and the median is $649 per square foot, 16% above this sale's $560.
| Quarter | Closed sales in 92120 | Median sold price |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | 14 | $1,041,250 |
| Q2 2026 | 60 | $1,080,000 |
| Q3 2026 | 69 | $975,000 |
| Q4 2026 | 2 | $665,500 |
Figures are MLS-reported closed sales (CRMLS); ZIP medians cover the last 12 months. Nalren does not estimate values. Recently sold in San Diego · Homes for sale in 92120
Description
Opportunity awaits in Allied Gardens! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers 1,679 sq.ft. of living space, including a generous 475 sq. ft. family room. Enjoy a large backyard perfect for gatherings and outdoor entertaining, complete with a large producing avocado tree and a mature orange tree. A rare 74-foot driveway leads to the 400 sq.ft. detached garage, providing ample space for RV, boat, or additional vehicle parking. This home can be comfortably lived in as-is while you update over time, or bring your design ideas and transform this classic property into a modern masterpiece while adding value through renovation. Excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a home with upside potential; property to be sold in its present 'as-is' condition.
Listing description from the August 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.
Sale history
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