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About this home
Discover a hidden gem in South Chula Vista, where privacy, space, and exceptional versatility come together on a sprawling, flat, and usable . 65-acre lot! Tucked away at the end of a private driveway with two gated entrances, this single-level residence offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a rare opportunity to enjoy country-style living with city conveniences. Inside, generous living spaces showcase charming wood-beamed ceilings and distinctive mosaic tile floors. A three-car garage, expansive driveway parking, and ample room for RV or boat storage add to the property's appeal. With abundant usable land and the potential to build an ADU with its own private gated entrance, the property offers exciting possibilities for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, or additional rental income. The expansive grounds create a peaceful, garden-inspired retreat featuring a magnificent mature Jacaranda tree, lush landscaping, grapevines, strawberries, and an impressive collection of fruit trees, including orange, avocado, pineapple guava, banana, almond, and apricot. A 12-zone irrigation system supports the established landscaping, while a storage shed and chicken coop add to the property's distinctive charm. Additional improvements include a 200-amp electrical panel, newer plumbing, updated electrical wiring conveniently rerouted through the attic, and a newer retaining wall. Offering exceptional privacy, flexible living possibilities, and room to expand, this unique property presents a rare opportunity to create your own private retreat while remaining close to everything including shopping, restaurants and easy freeway access!
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$421Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Melissa Goldstein Tucci•DRE #01380034• Melissa Goldstein Tucci
Castle Park, located between I-805 and Bonita Road, is a residential and commercial Chula Vista neighborhood with mid-century ranch streetscapes and a well-used community park. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the intersection of Broadway and E Street, where taquerias, panaderías, barbershops, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Single-story homes and low-rise apartments sit on a tidy grid, with palms and wide driveways shaping the look. Castle Park Community Park and its recreation center set the daily rhythm with courts, fields, and classes. On performance nights, OnStage Playhouse adds a local-arts pulse. Tacos El Gordo and the Chula Vista Brewery anchor the area’s independent food-and-drink scene.
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Market insights
1235 First Ave · $850,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 28 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.1%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$850,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,065,796. (25% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Dishwasher, microwave, gas oven, gas cooktop
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Exterior features
Covered patio
Partial fencing
Shed
Home design
Detached single-family residence
Single story
Entry level 1
Parking
Attached garage with 3 spaces
6 total parking spaces
Construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity available and connected
Cable connected
Phone connected
Electricity and solar
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chula Vista, CA • 91911
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 30% for direct sun exposure in Chula Vista. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1235 First Ave
$849,553
$447 under list price of $850K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $790K to $860K.