For Sale: 1178 Firethorn, San Diego, CA 92154. 5-bedroom 3-bath, 1835 sf, 1980 San Diego $699,999 begin new search
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Overview

Opportunities like this in San Diego are rare—featuring a detached casita, paid-off solar, and a fully built-out entertainer’s backyard designed to impress. This is the kind of home that delivers both lifestyle and long-term value from the moment you walk in. Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence where thoughtful upgrades and elevated design meet seamless indoor-outdoor living. From the moment you enter, you’re greeted by elegant wrought iron staircase detailing and timeless travertine flooring that flows throughout the main level, complemented by plantation shutters and custom movie theater-style seating. The home has been meticulously upgraded with new windows, a new AC and heating system with a wireless thermostat, and a reverse osmosis drinking water system paired with whole-house water filtration for enhanced comfort and efficiency. Step outside to a true entertainer’s dream backyard—complete with built-in BBQ, outdoor refrigerator, kegerator, natural gas fire pit, and installed patio heaters. Whether hosting or unwinding, enjoy elevated balcony views with wrought iron accents, surrounded by lush landscaping, artificial turf, timed irrigation, cooling misters for summer days, and ambient landscape lighting throughout. The outdoor space is further enhanced by a variety of mature fruit trees including lemon, peach, pomegranate, avocado, and orange—bringing both beauty and functionality to your private retreat. Additional highlights include seamless rain gutters, an epoxy-coated garage with built-in storage and attic space, and of course, no HOA. The detached casita offers incredible flexibility—perfect for multigenerational living, guests, or potential rental income. Ideally located with easy freeway access and close to shopping centers and local hospitals, this home truly captures the essence of refined San Diego living.

Address 1178 Firethorn

San Diego, CA 92154
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $699,999
Original Listing $699,999 @ 2026-04-16
Rooms
All Bedrooms Down
Square Footage 1835 sf
Bedrooms 5
Full Bathrooms 3
Location
Directions GPS
Market Area 92154 - Otay Mesa
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Age Restriction 0
Property Type
Mello-Roos Fee $0
HOA Fee $0
HOA Features Curbs
Public Records
County San Diego
Assessor Parcel# 6312772800
Geographic Areas

Airport Compatibility Zone: Brown Field

Community College District: Southwestern CC

Zip Code: 92154

Highway Locator

East of I-5

South of I-8

West of I-805

South of SR-52

Ocean Distance 5.4 miles
Exterior
Style Single Family Residence
Material Not Listed
Lot Size ~ 6,360 sf
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 1
Swimming Pool None
Parking
Other
Total Spaces: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View None
Features
Year Built 1980 (source: Public Records)
Laundry Location In Garage,Electric Dryer Hookup
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling None
Heating
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Living Room (1)
Additional Parcels No
Appliances No
Assessments Yes
Association No
Association Fee 2 0
Attached Garage Yes
Below Grade Finished Area 0
Carport Spaces 0
Common Walls No Common Walls
Cooling No
Entry Location Front
Heating No
High School District Other
Land Lease No
Laundry Yes
Levels Two
Living Area Source Assessor
Living Area Units Square Feet
Lot Features 0-1 Unit/Acre
Lot Size Source Assessor
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Main Level Bathrooms 3
Main Level Bedrooms 5
New Construction No
Number Of Units Total 1
Number Remotes 0
Parking Yes
Patio No
Pool Private No
Property Attached No
Sprinklers No
Tax Model
View No
Well Depth 0
Well Gallons Per Minute 0
Well Pump Horsepower 0
Well Report No
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Property Tax estimate of 1% of listing price does not include local voter-approved bonds/assessments, supplemental taxes for new construction or ownership changes, extra local fees, etc.
Listing Source
Platform CRMLS
AOR Pacific Southwest
MLS Number PT26081308
Courtesy of ShoppingSDHouses
Listing Agent Vernise Juarez & Carlos Elizondo
619-616-1137