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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1178 Firethorn
General
- Sold For: $925,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: PT26081308
- Added to Site: 131 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Garage, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Other
Location
- County: San Diego
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Other
Community
- Community Features: Curbs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Location: Front
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Stories Description: Two
- Square Feet: 1,835
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1980
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: None
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.146
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Description: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $504.09
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
Listed by ShoppingSDHouses, Vernise Juarez and ShoppingSDHouses, Enrique Anguiano
Sold by ShoppingSDHouses, Vernise Juarez
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Schools
Schools serving 1178 Firethorn
School Districts:Sweetwater Union High School District (9-12), Chula Vista Elementary School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Juarez-Lincoln Elementary School 849 Twining Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154 | K-6 | 0.4 mi |
Montgomery Middle School, San Diego, CA 1051 Picador Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92154 | 7-8 | 0.8 mi |
Montgomery Senior High School 3250 Palm Avenue, San Diego, CA 92154 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1178 Firethorn
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/23/2026
Sold
$925,000
—
MLS
6/14/2026
Price Increased
$925,000
32.14%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$699,999
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1178 Firethorn, San Diego, CA 92154 (MLS# PT26081308) is a Single Family property that was sold at $925,000 on July 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 1178 Firethorn? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Otay Mesa West? You can browse all Otay Mesa West real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

