952 W 5th Ave, Escondido, California 92025, Escondido, 92025 - 2 bed, 3 bath
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Escondido, California 92025
This Hillside Retreat is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $927,000—positioned well below the $989,070 Fair Market Value by 6%. This valuation gap offers $62,070 in Instant Equity for the buyer. Featuring an updated kitchen, owned solar, and a private pool and spa, the home maintains a Condition Rating of 3. The unique bonus workshop provides versatile space, making this an ideal acquisition for Owner-Occupants seeking a lifestyle property or savvy investors looking for a move-in ready asset with panoramic views.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 952 W 5th Ave Subject | $887,000* List Price | 2 | 3 | 1,783 | $520 | - |
A 944 W 5th Avenue Sold | $789,999 | 3 | 2 | 1,244 | $635 | 0.0 mi |
B 1305 Kiso Glen Sold | $690,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,216 | $567 | 0.6 mi |
C 940 S Upas St Sold | $799,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,246 | $641 | 0.3 mi |
D 135 E 10th Sold | $985,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,670 | $590 | 0.9 mi |
E 610 W 11th Avenue Active | $749,900 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,444 | $519 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
While built in 1965, the home has undergone significant renovations within the 5-15 year range. The kitchen is modernized with marble countertops and stainless appliances, and the bathrooms feature updated vanities and barn doors. Systems are well-maintained and upgraded, including central HVAC, owned solar, and a whole-house fan, making it move-in ready.
The property boasts an elevated hillside position offering stunning mountain views, paired with a private backyard retreat featuring a pool, spa, and mature fruit trees.
Value is significantly enhanced by owned solar panels and a whole-house fan, alongside a stylishly updated kitchen featuring marble countertops and stainless-steel appliances.
A unique workshop located beneath the home includes its own full bathroom and direct pool access, providing excellent flexibility for a guest suite, home office, or hobby room.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 2, other record bedroom count = 3.
Despite having over 1,700 square feet and three bathrooms, the home only offers two bedrooms, which may restrict its appeal to larger families or those requiring more traditional sleeping quarters.
The majority of the assigned public schools for this address carry lower to average ratings (ranging from 3 to 5), which could be a drawback for education-conscious buyers.
Welcome to this private hillside retreat offering panoramic mountain views and a flexible floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining. This well-maintained home features two spacious living rooms, providing multiple gathering spaces for family and guests, along with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and a convenient gas fireplace. The updated kitchen showcases marble countertops, a farmhouse sink, and stainless-steel appliances, creating an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. The upper level offers two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while a bonus workshop located beneath the home includes its own full bathroom with direct access to the pool area. Enjoy year-round comfort with central air conditioning, forced-air gas heating, a whole house fan, owned solar, and a reverse osmosis water filtration system. Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring a pool and spa, mature fruit trees including grapefruit, plum, and pomegranate, and a newer fence. The elevated setting provides exceptional privacy while capturing stunning mountain and panoramic views. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and downtown Escondido, this unique property offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and indoor-outdoor Southern California living.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.8 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.4 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 1,783 | 2,028 |
| Lot Size | 6,800 | 10,454.4 |
| Price | $887.0K | $936.5K |
| Price per sq ft | $497 | $486 |
| Built year | 1965 | 1985 |
| HOA | $0 | $225 |
| Days on market | 27 | 46 |
Jul 15, 2026
$887,000
$899,000
-1% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jul 7, 2026
$899,000
$917,000
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jul 4, 2026
$917,000
$927,000
-1% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jun 25, 2026
$927,000
Initial Listing
Feb 26, 2010
$290,000
Public Record
Apr 26, 2006
$560,000
Public Record