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5397 Balboa Ave
Monthly Rent
$4,200
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
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About 5397 Balboa Ave
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.
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.
5397 Balboa Ave is a townhouse community
Details
Property Information
- 1 unit
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Parking
- Covered--
- Garage--
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
- Garages
- Storage Space
Map of 5397 Balboa Ave
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5397 Balboa Ave 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 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 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.
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit37 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable65 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
Commuter Rail
Old Town Transit Center
11 min Drive


Commuter Rail
Sorrento Valley
13 min Drive


Airport
San Diego International
14 min Drive

Holmes Elementary
Grades K-6
Public
Marston Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Vista La Mesa Academy
Grades K-8
Public
Clairemont High
Grades 9-12
Public
Horizon Junior/Senior High School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Drive: 6 min (1.9 mi)
San Diego Continuing Education
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi)
Drive: 9 min (5 mi)
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Last Updated:
5397 Balboa Ave
Monthly Rent
$4,200
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Protect yourself from scams. Learn More
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
- Garages
- Storage Space
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5397 Balboa Ave 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 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 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.
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit37 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable65 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
Commuter Rail
Old Town Transit Center
11 min Drive


Commuter Rail
Sorrento Valley
13 min Drive


Airport
San Diego International
14 min Drive

Holmes Elementary
Grades K-6
Public
Marston Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Vista La Mesa Academy
Grades K-8
Public
Clairemont High
Grades 9-12
Public
Horizon Junior/Senior High School
Grades PK-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org 2024 © 2024. All rights reserved.

Drive: 6 min (1.9 mi)
San Diego Continuing Education
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi)
Drive: 9 min (5 mi)