5863 Roswell St, San Diego, California 92114, San Diego, 92114 - 5 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$479,000
5863 Roswell St, San Diego, California 92114
5Beds
2Baths
2,185Sqft
6,128Lot
Year Built
1957
Close
-
List price
$479K
Original List price
$487K
Price/Sqft
$219
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
250039895SD
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
Fairly Priced:The estimated price is in line with the list price. We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $479.0K(1th), sqft - 2185(95th), beds - 5(92th), baths - 2(50th).
Spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering approximately 2,185 square feet of living space. Located in a convenient San Diego neighborhood, this property provides plenty of room and potential for its next owner. The home sits on a residential street with nearby access to schools, shopping, dining, and parks—all within a short 10-minute drive. Downtown San Diego, major freeways, and public transit options are also within easy reach, making commuting and city access simple. Don’t miss this opportunity to acquire a spacious property in a desirable location with great access to the best of San Diego.
Nearby schools
5/10
Johnson Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
5/10
Encanto Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
4/10
Horton Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.0mi
2/10
Millennial Tech Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.0mi
4/10
Bell Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.8mi
4/10
Lincoln High School
Public,•9-12•1.6mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
11/26/25
Price Change
$479,000-0.5%
11/04/25
Price Change
$481,500-0.5%
10/30/25
Price Change
$484,000
09/25/25
Listing
$486,500
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1957, this property is over 60 years old. The listing description explicitly states 'potential for its next owner' and the property analysis highlights 'need for significant modernization or repairs' and 'substantial capital investment will likely be necessary to update the property to contemporary standards.' The absence of interior photos, particularly of the kitchen and bathrooms, strongly suggests these areas are severely outdated and require extensive renovation. While the exterior shows some newer windows, the overall impression, combined with the age and description, indicates that major systems and finishes are likely past their useful life and require substantial rehabilitation to meet modern living standards. It is not a tear-down as the structure is implied to have value, but it is far from move-in ready without significant investment.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Generous Living Space: A substantial 2,185 sqft with 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms provides ample room for diverse family needs or potential for various uses.
Strategic San Diego Location: Conveniently located in a desirable San Diego neighborhood with excellent access to Downtown, major freeways, and public transit, simplifying commuting and city exploration.
Abundant Local Amenities: Proximity to schools, shopping, dining, and parks, all within a short 10-minute drive, enhances daily convenience and lifestyle.
Strong School District Access: Benefits from access to several highly-rated public schools, including two elementary schools with a rating of 5.
Investment Potential: The property's spaciousness, desirable location, and current list price (below estimated value) present a compelling opportunity for value appreciation through renovation and customization.
Cons
Property Age & Condition: Built in 1957, the home is over six decades old, suggesting potential for outdated systems, finishes, and the need for significant modernization or repairs.
Recent Price Reductions: Multiple price drops from the initial listing indicate potential market resistance or an initial overvaluation, which could raise buyer concerns about its true market value.
Renovation Investment Required: While offering 'potential,' this implies that substantial capital investment will likely be necessary to update the property to contemporary standards and maximize its value.