The price now sounds way more possible then 2 years ago. However I think we will to wait a couple of years. Minimum 3 years. Because with the halving in 2020 I think the price can get a really good boost and we may see it reach 10k.
It can happen in 2018 or it can happen in 2020. Anyway, I believe that the five digit mark is just a formality now. The user base is increasing despite of all the issues with confirmations and block size. And as the number of users rise, so does the exchange rates.
If that happens, it may take a long time, because maybe this year's target is $ 3000, and it would be better if more. Even to reach $ 5000 price is still a bit difficult to happen.