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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 |
| Square Footage | 1835 sf |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Directions | GPS |
| Market Area | 92154 - Otay Mesa |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Age Restriction | 0 |
| Property Type | |
| Mello-Roos Fee | $0 |
| HOA Fee | $0 |
| HOA Features | Curbs |
| County | San Diego |
| Assessor Parcel# | 6312772800 |
| Geographic Areas |
Airport Compatibility Zone: Brown Field |
| Highway Locator |
East of I-5 South of I-8 West of I-805 South of SR-52 |
| Ocean Distance | 5.4 miles |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Platform | CRMLS |
| AOR | Pacific Southwest |
| MLS Number | PT26081308 |
| Courtesy of | ShoppingSDHouses |
| Listing Agent |
Vernise
Juarez &
Carlos
Elizondo
619-616-1137 |
https://www.delmarvalley.com/PT26081308