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$899,000
6 Days On Site

738 E 5Th
Escondido, CA 92025

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1,954
SqFt
$460
/SqFt
1952
Built
Subdivision:
SOUTH ESCONDIDO
County:
San Diego
Listed by Erik J Braceland of Braceland Homes, Inc. (619) 947-3560

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Turnkey Airbnb/Short-Term Rental (STR) Investment Opportunity in the heart of Escondido’s Historic District! This beautifully updated two-story residence offers light-filled living space with breathtaking city and mountain views. Currently generating $80K+ in gross annual revenue at 69% occupancy. Sold fully furnished with the right offer. Main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring, open-concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, recessed LED lighting, wood-burning fireplace. Large sliding glass doors open to an enormous balcony with panoramic views. Primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and luxurious ensuite bath with Jacuzzi tub, double vanity, and new frameless glass shower. Downstairs offers a flexible living area with kitchenette, den, and bedrooms. Outside: remodeled covered patio, sparkling pool, outdoor fireplace, fire pit, pool house, and mature fruit trees. Large, flat, fully fenced backyard with excellent ADU potential. Additional highlights: tankless water heater, newly installed HVAC, Vivint smart home system, and extra-long driveway for 8 cars or RVs. Walk to historic downtown Escondido, close to I-15 and Hwy 78. Complies with 500-ft STR rule (permits do not transfer). Pre-Inspected for Buyer Confidence: property has undergone comprehensive pre-listing inspections including general home, sewer scope, pool, and termite evaluations. Reports available upon request. Minor deferred maintenance items identified and priced accordingly. Solar energy system installed for improved energy efficiency. Please inquire for details.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$899,000
Days On Site 
6 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,954 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.24 Acres
Year Built 
1952
MLS® Number 
260008799
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
19 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
6 days agoStatus changed to Active
6 days agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Disclosures 
Section 1 Termite
Energy Features 
Solar
Number Of Stories 
2
Parking Spaces 
8
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Security SystemCarbon Monoxide Detector(s)Smoke Detector(s)
SqFt Total 
1954
Utilities 
Sewer Connected
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
R-1:SINGLE
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherElectric OvenElectric RangeElectric CooktopGas Water HeaterTankless Water HeaterWater Heater
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Living RoomOutside
Fireplaces 
1
Flooring 
LinoleumVinyl
Heating 
Forced AirElectric
Interior 
Ceiling Fan(s)
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Stucco
Exterior 
Balcony
Fencing 
Full
Other Structures 
Shed(s)
Patio And Porch 
CoveredDeckPatioAwning(s)Porch
Pool Features 
PrivateFencedIn GroundGas Heat
Private Pool 
Yes
Roof 
Shingle
Spa Features 
Above GroundHeatedFiberglass
View 
CityPoolNeighborhoodCity LightsMountain(s)
Waterview 
CityPoolNeighborhoodCity LightsMountain(s)
Community Features
Accessibility Features 
Smart Technology
Community Features 
Sidewalks
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalFHAVA Loan
MLS Area 
North County
Listed by Erik J Braceland of Braceland Homes, Inc. (619) 947-3560



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