Welcome to this beautifully updated Balboa Ridge condominium nestled in the heart of Clairemont, one of San Diego’s most central and sought-after communities. Ideally situated in one of the premier locations within the gated complex, this move-in ready residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience — all with low HOA fees and easy access to the very best of coastal San Diego. Just minutes from Mission Bay, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, downtown San Diego, and located down the street from an abundance of popular restaurants, cafés, and shopping destinations. Inside, you’ll find tasteful recent upgrades throughout, including new hardwood flooring, freshly painted kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, updated hardware and light fixtures, dual-pane windows, a newer A/C and heating unit, plus newer washer/dryer and refrigerator. The well-designed kitchen features granite countertops, decorative tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, opening seamlessly to the living space for easy everyday living and entertaining. Outside, enjoy your own spacious private fenced yard — an ideal setting for outdoor dining, relaxing, or hosting guests year-round in San Diego’s perfect climate. The generously sized bedroom offers a walk-in closet, while the bathroom is appointed with granite countertops and a tub/shower combination. Residents of Balboa Ridge enjoy resort-style amenities including swimming pools, spa, fitness center, clubhouse, BBQ areas, and picnic spaces.
- Swimming Pool:
- Community/Common
- Heating System:
- Forced Air Unit, Energy Star
- Cooling System:
- Electric, High Efficiency, Wall/Window
- Fence:
- Full, Gate
- Fireplace:
- N/K
- Parking:
- None Known
- Flooring:
- Wood
- Interior Features:
- Recessed Lighting, Shower in Tub, Shower, Bathtub, Open Floor Plan, Storage Space
- Laundry Features:
- Washer Hookup
- Sewer:
- Sewer Connected
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooking, Freezer, Convection Oven, Electric Oven, Electric Cooking, Fire Sprinklers, Electric Stove
- Country:
- US
- State:
- CA
- County:
- SD
- City:
- San Diego
- Community:
- CLAIREMONT
- Zipcode:
- 92117
- Street:
- Balboa Arms Drive
- Street Number:
- 5252
- Longitude:
- W118° 49' 9.3''
- Latitude:
- N32° 49' 26.3''
- Mls Area Major:
- Metro
- Unit Number:
- 177
- Zoning:
- R-1:SINGLE
- Office Name:
- Redfin Corporation
- Agent Name:
- Susan C Mullett
- Association Amenities:
- Barbecue,Club House,Gym/Ex Room,Pool,Spa
- Building Size:
- 582
- Community Features:
- BBQ, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Sauna, Gated Community, Clubhouse/Rec Room, Exercise Room
- Construction Materials:
- Stucco
- Entry Level:
- 1
- Levels:
- 1 Story
- Number Of Units Total:
- 299
- On Market Date:
- 2026-05-28
- Stories:
- 2
- Stories Total:
- 1
- Virtual Tour:
- https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/snd/260012930
- Water Source:
- Available
- Association Fee:
- 330
- Association Fee Frequency:
- Monthly
- Association Fee Includes:
- Common Area Maintenance, Roof Maintenance, Sewer, Gated Community, Termite, Water, Pest Control, Clubhouse Paid, Security, Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Trash Pickup
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 645680
- List Office Mls Id:
- 63967
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional
- Mls Status:
- ACTIVE
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-06-09T14:15:52Z
- Originating System Name:
- SDMLS
- Special Listing Conditions:
- N/K
Residential For Sale 1 Bedroom 5252 Balboa Arms Drive Unit 177, San Diego, CA 92117 - Scottway - San Diego Real Estate
5252 Balboa Arms Drive Unit 177, San Diego, CA 92117
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 260012930
- Price :
- $485,000
- View :
- Courtyard,Trees/Woods
- Bedrooms :
- 1
- Bathrooms :
- 1
- Square Footage :
- 582
- Year Built :
- 2006
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 1
- Property Sub Type :
- Condominium
- Roof:
- Composition, Tile/Clay