
5397 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
What This Townhouse Offers
Freshly Updated 3-Bedroom Townhome in Pacific Bluffs – Central Clairemont
Welcome to your new home in Pacific Bluffs, one of Clairemont's most desirable... communities. This spacious 3 bed / 2.5 bath townhome blends comfort, convenience, and lifestyle — ideal for young professionals and families who want easy access to everything San Diego has to offer.
What You'll Love About This Home
* All-included living: Internet, cable, water, and trash are covered with your rent.
* Private attached two-car garage: rare for the area, with EV-ready power plus a charging station across the street.
* In-home laundry: washer and dryer included.
* Private covered patio: your own outdoor retreat for morning coffee or evening barbecues.
* Modern upgrades: fresh paint, updated kitchen cabinets, recessed lighting, skylights, dual-pane windows, a custom staircase, and built-in cabinetry with plenty of storage. Durable tile flooring makes the home both family- and pet-friendly.
Resort-Style Community Amenities
* Olympic-size swimming pool with swim lanes and a 12-foot deep end
* Shallow children's pool for younger swimmers
* Brand-new playground (completion expected Fall 2025)
* Sports courts for pickleball, basketball, or volleyball
* Fitness center and recreation lounge with pool table, ping pong, and shuffleboard
Central Location
Pacific Bluffs offers the perfect combination of urban and suburban living:
* Walkable to restaurants, coffee shops, groceries, Target, Home Depot, and more.
* Centrally located between the 5, 805, 52, and 8 freeways for easy access across San Diego, including the bay, beaches, UTC, Downtown, and Convoy Street.
* Just 2.5 miles to the Balboa trolley stop on the Blue Line, providing convenient public transit connections.
The Details
* 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | approximately 1,500 sq ft
* Gated pedestrian entries from Balboa, Genesee, and Mt. Alifan
* Renter is responsible for SDGE (gas and electric)
This townhome offers more than just a place to live—it provides a complete lifestyle. With modern updates, resort-style amenities, and an unbeatable Clairemont location, it is the perfect fit for those who want central San Diego living without compromise.
Unit
- $4,200 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,632 sq. ft.
- Available Oct 1
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
Community Features
- Garages
- Storage Space
5397 Balboa Ave Townhome is located in San Diego, California in the 92117 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
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San Diego, CA 92117
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit37 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable65 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
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Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
San Diego Mesa College
Drive: 6 min (1.9 mi)
San Diego Continuing Education
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
University of San Diego
Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi)
The Art Inst., San Diego
Drive: 9 min (5 mi)
Discover Clairemont, San Diego, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5397 Balboa Ave Townhome proximity to Balboa Mesa Shopping Center, Liberty Park Plaza, and Balboa Mesa Center. Balboa Mesa Shopping Center is 0.3 miles away, and Liberty Park Plaza is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 37, 5397 Balboa Ave Townhome has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 19.9 miles. Transit options include Balboa Avenue Station and Clairemont Drive Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5397 Balboa Ave Townhome are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 4.5 miles, including Marian Bear Memorial Park.
Airports
Living in Clairemont provides easy access to San Diego International, located just 14 minutes from 5397 Balboa Ave Townhome.
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